Michael Peck
Finance Writer and Editor
Michael Peck has written, edited, and overseen content marketing for organizations ranging from Salesforce, Morningstar, and Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management to Rand McNally and TV Guide.com. He’s covered B2B tech, sales, leadership and innovation, travel, entertainment, social media, retail, and more. He’s also an author of award-winning fiction and is a graduate of Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications.
Education
B.S., Communications, S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University
Articles by Michael Peck
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Cross-border fees and how to minimize them
A cross-border fee is a charge triggered when payment banks sit in different countries. Rates vary by network, and smarter routing can cut the cost.
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QBI deduction: How it works and who qualifies in 2026
The QBI deduction lets pass-through business owners deduct up to 20% of qualified business income, subject to 2026 income thresholds and SSTB rules.
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What is a ghost card? Benefits, risks, and uses
A ghost card is a digital corporate card number assigned to a department, vendor, or purpose instead of an individual, centralizing shared or recurring spend.
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What is vendor compliance? A guide for finance teams
Vendor compliance is the process of ensuring vendors meet your legal, security, and contractual standards to reduce risk, costs, and operational disruptions.
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How to create an invoice in 9 simple steps
Creating an invoice means listing business and client details, an invoice number, issue and due dates, itemized charges, the total owed, and payment terms.
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What is a payroll account? Definition and setup guide
A payroll account is a dedicated business bank account used to fund and track employee wages, payroll taxes, benefits, and related payroll payments each cycle.