Lauren (Hansen) Holznienkemper is a lead editor for the small business vertical at Forbes Advisor, specializing in HR, payroll and recruiting solutions for small businesses. Using research and writing ...

I write about money. I’ve been reviewing tax software and services as a freelancer for PCMag since 1993. Along the way, I took on reviews of other types of business and personal finance technology.

Wave offers competitive accounting software, and is a great choice if you’re running a side hustle and can do without the bells and whistles that come with pricier options. In fact, with free ...