Michelle Lowery
Finance Writer and Editor
Michelle Lowery has written and edited content for a variety of companies, including Disney, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Apartments.com, Petfinder, and Semrush. She’s covered topics ranging from B2B tech, legal, medical, and pets to real estate, small business, finance, and more. She’s also built and managed content teams for organizations such as Skillshare and ChamberofCommerce.com. She is a published author and Air Force veteran.
Articles by Michelle Lowery
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How to build a startup budget in 7 steps
A startup budget is a 12-month financial plan that maps out one-time expenses and ongoing operating costs to guide resource allocation and cash flow.
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Non-dilutive funding: A complete guide
Non-dilutive funding is capital raised without giving up equity, ownership, or voting control—including grants, venture debt, and revenue-based financing.
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WEX Fleet Card alternatives in 2026: A comparison guide
The best WEX Fleet Card alternatives for 2026, compared by network coverage, fees, discounts, and fleet size fit.
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Marathon business fleet cards: Rebates, fees, and how to apply
Marathon business fleet cards help fleets manage fuel spend with rebates, purchase controls, reporting tools, and broad station acceptance.
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What is 4-way matching in accounts payable?
4-way matching is an accounts payable process that verifies a purchase order, goods received note, inspection report, and invoice before payment.
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Duplicate invoices: What they are and how to prevent them
Duplicate invoices are repeat bills for the same transaction that cause overpayments, cash flow issues, and fraud risk in accounts payable.