Experience
Marianne Hayes is a small business owner and longtime freelance writer who’s been covering personal finance for nearly a decade. She specializes in small business news, budgeting, saving, and wealth management. Marianne has written for Forbes, CNBC, LendingTree, Experian, Mint, LearnVest, The Daily Beast, HuffPost, and more. When she isn’t writing about small business and finance, she’s teaching creative writing workshops and curling up with a good book. She lives in Florida with her husband, three daughters, and miniature dachshund.
Education
Marianne has a degree in journalism and creative writing from the University of Central Florida.
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Articles by Marianne Hayes
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Business Bank Accounts
Best Banks for Small Business in Georgia
If you own a business in the Peach State, you may be looking for the best banks for small business in Georgia. Compare features and fees here.
Small Business Loans
5 Best Crowdfunding Sites for Nonprofits
Using crowdfunding sites for nonprofits is a viable way to bring in much-needed financial resources. These sites collect small donations from a large group of individuals.
Business Operations
Best Free Appointment Scheduling Software
These top seven free appointment scheduling software providers will streamline your business operations without cutting into your budget.
Business Operations
5 Best Free Property Management Software
Opting for a free property management software can help streamline your responsibilities and make your business run more efficiently.
Business Operations
5 Best Free Employee Scheduling Software
Managing employee schedules may feel like a chore, but free employee scheduling software can make life a little easier—without cutting into your budget.
Business Operations
7 Tips to Make Sure Your Home Business Is Operating Legally
Home-based businesses aren’t immune to legal challenges. Learn how to run a business from home legally with these seven tips.