Category Archives: Tips for Business Owners

Prepping for Taxes: How to Reduce Time & Stress During Tax Time

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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 […]

6 Simple Tips to Organize Your Chart of Accounts

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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 […]

Accounting Accuracy: How to Know Your Numbers Are Right

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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 […]

How to Find Revenue in QuickBooks and Track Top Sellers

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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 […]

Why You Should Open A Business Savings Account For Your Business

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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 […]