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Why You Should Transition Your Freelancers Off of Upwork
Learn why companies should move freelancer relationships off Upwork. Discover the benefits of direct contracts, reduced costs, flexible payment terms, and stronger partnerships. See how LiquidTrust helps streamline onboarding, invoicing, compliance, and global payments.
What are Payment Terms? What is NET 30?
Learn what payment terms like Net 30, Net 7, and Due Upon Receipt mean, how they impact cash flow, and why they matter for freelancers, vendors, and small businesses. Discover how to set and manage flexible payment terms in LiquidTrust to streamline invoicing and keep projects running smoothly.
8 Reasons You Shouldn’t Pay Your Freelancers Through Venmo
Think twice before using Venmo for business. Learn the risks of paying employees and freelancers with the app, from tax and compliance issues to commingling funds and a lack of detailed record keeping. Discover why a proper payment system is a safer, more reliable solution.
Can you pay a freelancer or independent contractor a bonus?
Yes, you can pay bonuses to freelancers and independent contractors if structured correctly. Learn how to include bonuses in contracts, handle tax reporting with Form 1099-NEC, and manage bonus payments in LiquidTrust to stay compliant while rewarding great work.
4 Ways Small Businesses Save Money with Payments
Save money and boost cash flow with smarter payment options for your small business. Learn how ACH transfers, automated approval workflows, credit cards, and early payment discounts cut costs and save time. LiquidTrust makes it simple to pay vendors and contractors in the US and worldwide.
How to Choose the Best Quickbooks for Your SMB
QuickBooks helps SMBs manage accounting, invoicing, payroll, and taxes, with QuickBooks Online offering more features, lower costs, and cloud access than QuickBooks Pro. QuickBooks isn’t a payment service, LiquidTrust fills the gap—enabling secure global payments and integrations with QuickBooks.
What are ACH Transfers and How Do They Work?
Learn all about ACH transfers, a secure and electronic way to move money bank-to-bank. From direct deposits to paying bills online, discover how this cost-effective method works, its benefits over checks and wire transfers, and how you can use it for your business payments.
What is a SWIFT/BIC Code?
A SWIFT/BIC code is an international bank identifier required for sending and receiving global payments. Learn how SWIFT codes work, their format, and where to find them. Discover how LiquidTrust simplifies cross-border payments to 200+ countries—fast, secure, and fee-free for vendors.
What are International Bank Wire Transfers?
Learn how international bank wire transfers work, including fees, exchange rates, and processing times. Discover what SWIFT codes and IBANs are, how to safely pay overseas freelancers and vendors, and how LiquidTrust makes global payments easier with low fees and support for multiple currencies.