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Business Advisory Services: A Real Contractor Success Story

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Last Updated: July 27th, 2026 • Amber Malone

Business advisory services help small business owners know their numbers so they can make great decisions. Watch how one general contractor paid off his line of credit, planned for his taxes, and started tracking his true profit in just six months.

10 Factors that Drive Your Monthly Bookkeeping Price

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Last Updated: July 27th, 2026 • Amber Malone

Discover the 10 factors that determine your monthly bookkeeping price at Amber's Accounting & Bookkeeping, from transaction volume and account count to payroll complexity and advisory time.

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The Best Bookkeeping Services in Chicago: Reviews and Ratings

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Last Updated: July 24th, 2026 • Amber Malone

Not sure which bookkeeping service in Chicago is right for your business? This guide reviews top-rated firms across the city's neighborhoods, breaks down pricing, and explains what to look for before you hire so you can find a bookkeeper who keeps your numbers clean and your business moving forward.

Amber Malone explains why a business budget is a planning tool, not a restriction

Your Business Budget Is a Plan, Not a Restriction

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Last Updated: July 23rd, 2026 • Amber Malone

A business budget is not a list of things you cannot buy. See why it is really a planning tool that gives you room to move money when priorities change.

Amber discussing business cash flow, business savings, and what to do with extra money in your business.

Why Extra Business Cash Needs a Job to Stick Around

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Last Updated: July 14th, 2026 • Amber Malone

Is extra money sitting in your business checking account? Learn why business cash without a plan isn't true savings and how intentional cash planning can help you prepare for growth, major purchases, and future business expenses.

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Bookkeeping Advisory Services: Which Firms Are Worth It?

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Last Updated: July 13th, 2026 • Amber Malone

An honest guide to bookkeeping firms with advisory services: who each one is right for, what it costs, and who should not buy advisory at all.

An overstuffed suitcase that will not close, like two businesses crammed into one QuickBooks file.

Can I Put More Than One Business in a Single QuickBooks Subscription?

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Last Updated: June 30th, 2026 • Amber Malone

Can you run two businesses under one QuickBooks subscription? You can, but you shouldn't. Here's the one rule that decides it, and what combining your books really costs you.

What Happens After You Sign With Amber’s Accounting & Bookkeeping

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Last Updated: June 29th, 2026 • Amber Malone

Last Updated April 8 2026 If you’ve just signed with Amber’s Bookkeeping, or you’re about to, this video walks you through exactly what to expect in your first 90 days. You will see how onboarding works, how we communicate each month, and what we need from you to keep your books accurate, on time, and useful for decision-making.

How Much Does Bookkeeping Cost For A Small Business in 2026

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Last Updated: June 29th, 2026 • Amber Malone

Last Updated April 9 2026 How much does bookkeeping actually cost for a small business? If you're asking that question, you deserve a clear and direct answer. At Amber’s Accounting & Bookkeeping, we believe pricing should never feel confusing, hidden, or guarded. When pricing isn’t clear, trust breaks down before the relationship even starts.