# Blog

Get information, inspiration, and ideas to help you and your business level up from our articles!

## **What is Payroll and How Does a Payroll System Work?**

4 minute read  
Payroll systems help entrepreneurs and businesses pay their staff in a timely and efficient manner. We look at the payroll process in more detail and share tips on choosing payroll management software.  
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## **Xero Accounting Software Tutorial: Pricing and Features Guide**

6 minute read  
Business accounting can be overwhelming if you don’t have the right tools. Xero is a robust accounting software that can help you streamline essential accounting processes. In this article, we’ll introduce Xero and how you can benefit from it.  
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## **eCommerce HK: 4 Tips for Starting an Online Store in Hong Kong**

4 minute read  
Whether you’re selling on Instagram or running a Shopify store, you’ll need to register your business and set up an accounting system. In this article, we share four tips for starting an online store in Hong Kong.  
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## **Pilot vs Bench vs BINERY: Full Comparison Guide**

6 minute read  
Pilot and Bench are two well-known online bookkeeping services. But which one is the best? Check out BINERY’s full comparison guide.  
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## **The 4 Best Receipt Management Apps & Software**

5 minute read  
Receipt management apps and software can help you manage your receipts by automating much of the process for you. Check out our curated list of receipt management apps.  
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## **What is a Company Chop? Common Seal vs Company Chop Explained**

6 minute read  
In this article we break down the difference between a company chop and a common seal for business owners to understand, and which chops you should consider getting for your business.  
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## **5 Best Free Accounting Courses to Learn Online (For Small Business Owners)**

5 minute read  
Looking for a way to learn accounting on your own time and at your own pace? Check out our list of the best free accounting courses online.  
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## **What is Cost Accounting? Definition, Advantages, and Types**

6 minute read  
All businesses have to monitor their costs to ensure the most profit for their cost. In this article, we look at what cost accounting is and different types businesses can use, as well as the advantages of this form of accounting.  
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## **What is a SWIFT Code? SWIFT Codes for Banks in Hong Kong**

3 minute read  
You may have been asked for SWIFT codes when moving money internationally, but what are they? We explain what SWIFT codes are and provide a list of common SWIFT codes used by Hong Kong Banks.  
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