Run a better team with smarter scheduling. Optimize your schedule and keep your team in sync with Homebase. Learn more Keep your team’s spirits high. Employee morale is a critical factor in the success of any small business, especially when it comes to hourly workers. These employees often form the backbone of your operation, interacting directly with customers and ensuring that daily tasks are completed efficiently. Keeping your team engaged and motivated comes with its share of challenges. When hourly workers feel disconnected from a company’s mission, undervalued, or lacking in growth op ..read more

Running a small business is no easy feat. Between managing a team, keeping customers happy, and staying on top of your finances, it’s easy to feel stretched thin. But with the right toolkit, you can simplify your operations, boost efficiency, and set your business up for long-term success. You might be wondering where to begin. What do you really need to get your business off the ground? And how can you find solutions that will grow with you as your business evolves? That’s where this guide comes in. We’ll walk you through the essentials every small business owner needs, whether you’re just op ..read more

Starting a business is a dream come true for many small business owners who set out to take their passion and turn it into a thriving business. But it often comes with a big question: how do you finance it? The good news is that there are plenty of options out there, from traditional loans to grants and alternative funding sources. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the ins and outs of small business funding, so you can make informed decisions and see your vision come to life.  Traditional financing with small business loans. When it comes to funding your small business, loans are ofte ..read more

As a small business owner, you know that every day brings new challenges. From overseeing operations to managing employees, responsibilities pull you in every direction. Effective time management can feel like an uphill battle, but failing to improve it can waste valuable resources and money. Are you struggling to get your labor costs under control? Discover the common causes behind time management issues and high labor costs, and learn how one Homebase customer uses our solution to manage these expenses effectively. Run a better team with smarter scheduling. Optimize your schedule and keep y ..read more

This year, we’re thrilled to recognize our local shops, restaurants, and services for all they do to create workplaces where teams feel valued and connected. The Homebase Top Local Workplace Awards celebrate the unsung heroes who continue to show up, innovate, and serve their neighbors with heart. Through economic ups and downs, changing consumer preferences, and the daily challenges of running a business, these small businesses continue to make a big impact in their communities. Small businesses are the lifeblood of our communities, the heart and soul of our neighborhoods. They are the embodi ..read more

Homebase makes payroll painless. Onboard employees, track their time, and pay them — all in one place. Learn more Cutting through the tax compliance clutter Have you ever tried reading an IRS instruction form? You know the ones with three columns and tiny print that are written as dry as a desert? Unless you have the patience, time, or a degree in accounting, it’s likely you find reading these forms boring, confusing, exhausting, and frustrating. Which makes it tough to get answers when you have a tax compliance question about your small business!  Unlike enterprise or even mid-sized b ..read more

Workers’ compensation for small business employees can feel overly complicated, dauntingly official (see: fines and liability), and pretty darn expensive. But embracing a workers’ comp plan is also the best way to unlock workplace safety and employee loyalty—especially if you support your workers’ rights beyond what the government requires. A solid workers’ comp plan protects your workers in case of workplace accidents or injuries, and shows them that you’ve got their back. But if it feels overwhelming to start (or make sure you’ve got your bases covered)—don’t worry. Here’s everything you nee ..read more

One easy app to manage your hourly team. Get your team in sync with our easy-to-use, all-in-one employee app. Get started for free with Homebase Employee wellness is the heart of every great small business. But what about employee financial wellness? Financial health is a private affair. But we don’t need to know the details about someone’s life to support them—especially when 72% of Americans regularly experience financial stress. Stress that leads to an estimated $300 billion annual loss in productivity! As a business owner, reducing your team’s financial stress is a win-win. By supportin ..read more

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