Resources & tools

Services we'd recommend to a friend starting their business. Some links pay us a small referral — that keeps the guides free.

⭐ Most requested resource

Get time back — hire a virtual assistant

A dedicated full-time VA handles admin, scheduling, social media, and client follow-up so you can focus on the work that earns. Starting around $400–$800/month.

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Business Insurance

Most small businesses can get a GL quote and download a COI in under 5 minutes.

Surety Bonds

Contractors & Notaries

Required for most state contractor and notary licenses.

Contractor Surety Bond

License bonds, permit bonds, and bid bonds — same-day online issuance for contractors.

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Notaries

Notary Bond

Required in most states before commissioning. Same-day notary bond issuance online.

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Payroll

Direct deposit, payroll taxes, W-2s, and 1099s — done automatically every pay period.

Gusto

Full-service payroll for small businesses. Handles taxes, compliance, and benefits automatically.

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Hosting, Email & Websites

Get a professional website and a real business email address — no more @gmail.com.

Business Hosting & Email

Managed hosting, professional email, WordPress, free SSL, daily backups, and 24/7 support.

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Royalty-Free Images, Videos & Creative Assets

Stock photos, video clips, music, sound effects, fonts, and website templates for marketing, social posts, and websites.

Envato

Millions of royalty-free stock images, videos, music tracks, sound effects, fonts, and website templates — all under one subscription. Ideal for social content, website builds, ads, and presentations.

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Hotel Deals

Discounted rates for business travel, client site visits, and work trips.

Hotel Room Discounters

Save on thousands of hotels nationwide — ideal for contractors, event pros, and business travelers.

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