Resources and inspiration for ambitious builders
Mercury applies for OCC national bank charter to become the bank for builders
The application underscores our profitability and long-term vision to create a regulated, software-led financial institution for ambitious companies and individuals.
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2025 Ecommerce Holiday Report: Headwinds, High Hopes, and AI Acceleration
How 750 ecommerce businesses are planning for the holiday sales season after a turbulent year.
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Practical learnings, resources, and guides to help you build your business
Should you launch on eBay? A viability checklist by product category
We break down the pros, cons, and unit economics of launching on eBay to help you decide if it’s the right go-to-market strategy for your business.
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Shopify Balance review: Pros, cons, and alternatives for ecommerce companies
Embedded finance offers speed, but does it offer scale? We break down the features, limits, and best alternatives for high-growth merchants.
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You hit $10K MRR. Now what? A 6-month roadmap for SaaS founders
A month-by-month look at how to scale a SaaS business, from early traction to steady growth.
Structuring your finances in preparation for a big fundraise
Raising a round is exciting, but preparation is critical. Here’s how founders can manage their finances before and after a fundraise.
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The best time in your company’s lifecycle to apply for a business credit card
If you’re a founder or early-stage business owner planning financing moves, here’s when and why to apply for a business credit card.
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How to use your first customer testimonials to grow your business
Customer testimonials help to prove product value, build trust, and influence buying decisions. Here’s how and where to collect them to attract more customers and grow your business.
Turning real-time financial insight into an ecommerce advantage
How Verve Market leverages digital fund attribution to shorten the cash conversion cycle
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Sunsetting your legacy bank: A step-by-step plan for migrating to modern spend management
Need to update your financial systems? Here’s how to plan and execute a migration from a legacy bank to a modern spend management solution.
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When your startup actually needs multiple bank partners
Wondering if your business might need more than one bank account or banking partner? Here are scenarios where this might make sense.
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The 8 most common inventory mistakes (and how to fix them)
If you’re trying to prevent stockouts and overstocking, reduce cash flow issues, and build operational resilience, be aware of these eight common inventory mistakes.
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PayPal Working Capital: What you need to know (+ alternatives)
Understand common working capital loan types for covering your inventory, rent, utilities, and more.
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What your first consulting retainer agreement should cover — but often doesn’t
Learn how to structure a strong consulting retainer agreement to ensure a well-defined scope and clear client expectations.
The best banks for agencies and consultants: How to find the right fit for your business
Learn how business accounts at fintechs and traditional banks meet the needs of agency founders and independent consultants managing client revenue.
Dwarkesh Patel’s lessons for founders
Exploring what’s made Dwarkesh Podcast so successful and how that translates for building any business.
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Business credit card vs. line of credit: The best option for your business
A clear guide to choosing between a business credit card and a business line of credit.
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What is WIP accounting?
A simple, real-world explanation of work-in-progress accounting: what it is, why it matters, and how to manage it without getting lost in the numbers.
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Wix vs. WordPress: Choosing the right platform for your first website
A startup-friendly guide to choosing the right website platform so you can launch with confidence.
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Are business credit card rewards taxable?
Learn how the IRS views rebates, bonuses, and reward redemptions.
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Squarespace vs. WordPress: Which platform fits your goals?
A practical guide for founders and small business owners to build a site that grows with them.
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Sole proprietor or LLC when applying for a business credit card?
We get into the nitty gritty of getting a business credit card as a sole proprietor or LLC, and break down how your business structure can impact the way lenders view your company.
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Move fast and build trust: Anarghya Vardhana’s tips for early-stage startups
Vanta’s investor in residence on embracing transparent communication and cultivating strong culture — and how that can impact your startup’s growth potential.
Breaking through the noise: The new rules of startup brand building
Two operators-turned-investors on how founders can build authentic, durable brands in an era of endless content.
Shopify vs. Squarespace: Which helps you scale faster?
Compare Shopify and Squarespace to find the best fit for your store’s goals and growth.
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2025 Ecommerce Holiday Report: Headwinds, High Hopes, and AI Acceleration
How 750 ecommerce businesses are planning for the holiday sales season after a turbulent year.
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Stories to engage and explore the entrepreneurial imagination
Building marketplaces with Sara Mauskopf
Six years into Winnie, Mauskopf shares learnings, challenges, and thoughts on the road ahead.
Charles Hudson is optimistic about outliers
Find out how one investor finds success in the margins.
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Carolynn Levy, inventor of the SAFE
Levy shares how she wrote the five-page document that underpins much of early-stage venture capital today.
Ryan Hoover errs on the side of curiosity
How the founder and investor’s inquisitive nature charts his course.
Company and product updates, plus glimpses behind the scenes
Accelerating our ambitions
Today, we’re announcing Mercury's $300M Series C — a mix of primary and secondary funding — at a $3.5B valuation, led by Sequoia Capital.
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