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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.
What is the definition of a US Company? What is the definition of a US financial account?
What's the difference between a US company and a US financial account? Learn the specific definitions, including how US territories are treated differently for each. This is crucial for vendor payments and choosing the correct tax form for your business, like a W-9 vs. a W-8.
What is a W-8 and why do you need foreign freelancers and vendors to fill out W-8BEN / W-8BEN-E?
Learn about IRS Form W-8, required for paying foreign freelancers and vendors. Discover the types of W-8 forms, how they reduce the 30% withholding tax, and the difference from Form W-9. Ensure compliance by collecting the right forms and securely managing international payments.
5 Reasons Why You Need an NDA (Non-Disclosure Agreement)
Protect your business with a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). Learn what an NDA is, key elements to include, and why freelancers should sign one. Discover how NDAs safeguard confidential information, establish trust, and provide legal protection for your company and projects.