# Business Guides

- [Getting Started](https://help.commercenavigator.com/0/guides/getting-started.md)
- [Choosing the Right eCommerce Platform and Marketplace](https://help.commercenavigator.com/0/guides/getting-started/choosing-the-right-ecommerce-platform-and-marketplace.md): If you’re starting a new business, here is what to know about choosing the right eCommerce platform and marketplace. Remember to start bookkeeping from the onset. Start for free with CommerceNavigator
- [eCommerce Startup Costs to Plan For](https://help.commercenavigator.com/0/guides/getting-started/ecommerce-startup-costs-to-plan-for.md): eCommerce startup costs depend on many factors, including business model and platform. Track and manage your upfront and recurring business costs with CommerceNavigator. Start for free now.
- [What You Need to Create an Amazon Seller Account](https://help.commercenavigator.com/0/guides/getting-started/what-you-need-to-create-an-amazon-seller-account.md): An Amazon Seller account helps you to start an online business quickly. CommerceNavigator manages your new business' finances so you can grow. Start for free now.
- [What You Need to Create an eBay Seller Account](https://help.commercenavigator.com/0/guides/getting-started/what-you-need-to-create-an-ebay-seller-account.md): Create an eBay seller account to start selling for free. CommerceNavigator simplifies your business' finances so you can grow quickly. Start for free now.
- [Understanding Amazon Selling Fees and Fulfilment Options](https://help.commercenavigator.com/0/guides/getting-started/understanding-amazon-selling-fees-and-fulfilment-options.md): Amazon selling fees vary depending on the account type, fulfillment method, product category, and shipping. Track your business income and expenditure for free with CommerceNavigator.
- [Understanding eBay Selling Fees](https://help.commercenavigator.com/0/guides/getting-started/understanding-ebay-selling-fees.md): Understanding eBay selling fees will prepare you best for tax season and ensure you don’t run at a loss. Track your business income and expenditure for free with CommerceNavigator.
- [Taxes](https://help.commercenavigator.com/0/guides/taxes.md): Ready for some fun? Let's learn more about taxes.
- [Federal Taxes](https://help.commercenavigator.com/0/guides/taxes/federal-taxes.md): Taxes: nobody likes ‘em but most of us have to pay ‘em. Today, we’re going to learn how to reduce your tax liability and make tax season less of a headache.
- [Sales Taxes](https://help.commercenavigator.com/0/guides/taxes/sales-taxes.md): So...the federal government got their piece of the pie, but now the state wants some of the action. We'll help you understand how to manage another scary topic.
- [Tax Deductions](https://help.commercenavigator.com/0/guides/taxes/tax-deductions.md): Learn about how one of the most American concepts ever effects your eCommerce business.
- [What Online Sellers Need to File Taxes](https://help.commercenavigator.com/0/guides/taxes/what-online-sellers-need-to-file-taxes.md): Here is a quick guide on what online sellers need to file taxes. CommerceNavigator allows you to track all business income and expenses and appropriately fill out your Schedule C form. Start now.
- [Tracking Mileage for eCommerce Sellers](https://help.commercenavigator.com/0/guides/taxes/tracking-mileage-for-ecommerce-sellers.md): Tracking mileage qualifies you for tax deductions and helps you separate business and personal finances. CommerceNavigator’s mileage tracker helps you to stay on top of your business miles.
- [I Got a 1099-K: Now What?](https://help.commercenavigator.com/0/guides/taxes/i-got-a-1099-k-now-what.md): Form 1099-K applies to business transactions, not personal ones. CommerceNavigator has a built-in Schedule C Worksheet and helps you separate business and personal transactions. Start for free now.
- [2022 Tax Law Changes](https://help.commercenavigator.com/0/guides/taxes/2022-tax-law-changes.md): You may have heard about changes the IRS is making to ensure online sellers pay the taxes they owe. Read more about these changes in this article.
- [Shipping](https://help.commercenavigator.com/0/guides/shipping.md): Shipping: one of the biggest initial headaches in eCommerce that can become fun!
- [Finding the Best eCommerce Fulfillment Model](https://help.commercenavigator.com/0/guides/shipping/finding-the-best-ecommerce-fulfillment-model.md): 3PL, FBA, shipping on your own...what do all of these things mean and how can you find the right combinations to make your business as efficient as possible? Let's find out!
- [Getting Started With Dropshipping](https://help.commercenavigator.com/0/guides/shipping/getting-started-with-dropshipping.md): Dropshipping gives you the flexibility to start a small business with little to no upfront cost.
- [Becoming a Packaging Professional](https://help.commercenavigator.com/0/guides/shipping/becoming-a-packaging-professional.md): Learn how to spruce up your packaging and take your shipping game to the next level.
- [Finances](https://help.commercenavigator.com/0/guides/finances.md): Make your money...and keep it too!
- [Banking and Credit Cards](https://help.commercenavigator.com/0/guides/finances/banking-and-credit-cards.md): As a business owner, you need a professional banking solution. Today, we’re going to help you find one.
- [Creating a Budget](https://help.commercenavigator.com/0/guides/finances/creating-a-budget.md): A well-thought-out and accurate budget is the foundation of a successful eCommerce business.
- [Separating Business and Personal Transactions](https://help.commercenavigator.com/0/guides/finances/separating-business-and-personal-transactions.md): Separating business and personal transactions saves money and protects assets. CommerceNavigator tracks your business and personal expenses. Start for free now.
- [Discounts](https://help.commercenavigator.com/0/guides/discounts.md): Who's ready to save some money and live better?
- [Fraud](https://help.commercenavigator.com/0/guides/fraud.md): In this fraud focused guide, we'll discuss steps you can take to mitigate your losses from fraud and keep yourself safe.


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