From Check Registers to QuickBooks: How Childhood Sparked My Passion for Numbers There’s something magical about seeing order in the midst of chaos. Some kids play house. Others draw superheroes. But me? I was solving math problems during Sunday church sermons while sitting beside my grandma. I didn’t know it then, but that small act—her […]
Category Archives: Tips for Business Owners
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Mar
Mar
Credit cards have become the default way for many companies to pay bills. For some transactions and purchases, this makes logical sense. Paying off the balance on time every month can work well for many of the service-based businesses we provide bookkeeping. Several have rewards, cash back, and travel rewards, so often, this is the […]
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Feb
Feb
Many people dread the first quarter of the year and just the thought alone of prepping for a tax return produces hives and panic. The following are tried and true tips, practices, and advice from a Certified Professional Organizer and an Advanced Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor. Put those two levels of expertise together and it gives […]
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Oct
Oct
What is the chart of accounts inside QuickBooks? Why should it be organized? Does the chart matter? The simple answer is that it completely matters, and organization is the key to using it effectively. The chart of accounts is a chart of categories and titles where money is organized into inside financial software. Without accurate […]
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Jul
Jul
You’ve probably heard the famous quote “Measure a thousand times and cut once.” Accuracy is crucial, and there are merciless consequences when it’s neglected. When we acquire new customers, we often find technical errors and inaccuracies. Our first step when working with new customers is to conduct a diagnostic review to assess the state of […]
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Apr
Apr
I’m sure you’ve heard of the wildly popular sites such as Fiver and Upwork. On these sites, you can find just about any contract talent work that you need. People showcasing how they can help your small business on a project basis. Most of us also hire out web designers and a tax attorney or […]
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Feb
Feb
Should I have a business savings account for my small business? Yes! Here are a few reasons why you should consider using a business savings account: 1.Save money for taxes. Instead of reacting to a tax bill, proactively save to pay your tax bill. There’s nothing worse than completing a full robust year of business […]
