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Does closing my books mean that I cannot make any changes?

You have finalized your bookkeeping and have closed or locked your books for last year. But what needs to be done if you discover that something needs to be changed in your closed books? Does closing the books mean that you cannot change any of the information from the past? Closing your books protects you […]

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Do I need to save bank statements?

You receive bank statements every month either electronically or in the mail. Saving all your statements seems unnecessary. Do you really need to save them? Keeping your bank statements is always a good idea. What are the benefits of holding onto your bank statements? Is there any way to make statement storage simpler? We will […]

How can I create custom reports in QBO?

If you are using Quickbooks Online (QBO), you know their solution offers a wide selection of standard reports. While having the ability to create reports on-demand is great, what if you need a custom report? How can you create custom reports in QBO? Financial reports tell the story of your business. You may want customized […]

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Are your accounting reports accurate?

You know you need accurate information to make good business decisions. You have been using an accounting system and are able to generate reports. Your reports should provide you with the information you need but you are unsure if your numbers are accurate. Two of the most common accounting reports are the balance sheet and the profit […]

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What happened to my profit?

According to your profit and loss (also known as an income statement), your business is showing a profit. However, when you look at your bank balance, it shows a lot less than the amount of profit you supposedly made. What happened to your profit? When reviewing reports with our clients, this question comes up often. […]

Do I need to save receipts?

For most every purchase, you receive a receipt, either paper or electronic. They pile up and you do not know what to do with them. Do you really need to save all your receipts? In short: a resounding YES. While saving every receipt may sound tedious, the advantages far outweigh any inconvenience. Here are some […]

How do I reconcile my bank accounts in QBO?

In the past, we have shared the importance of reconciling your bank accounts. At this point, you know you should do them. However, if you are a QuickBooks Online (QBO) user, running a bank reconciliation seems time-consuming and overwhelming. How do you reconcile your bank account in QBO? While it is true that reconciling your bank […]

Which accounting software should I use?

You know you need accurate and up to date information to successfully run your business. You want to use accounting software that will work for you. Which accounting software should you use? No matter which accounting software solution you choose, you need to determine your bookkeeping needs and make sure that the solution will satisfy […]

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How do I find the bookkeeper that’s right for me?

When finding the right bookkeeper, it’s important to look for someone whose values match your own. Just like in any relationship, if you share the same values, your professional partnership with them will be healthy. Which values are important in a bookkeeper? Here are some of the core values we share with our best clients. […]

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How do I file 1099s?

The preparing and filing of your 1099s can be time-consuming at best and frustrating at worst. We prepare hundreds of 1099s every year and have learned some lessons along the way. Here is what we have learned to make preparing and filing 1099s a little less painful. Make the preparation of your 1099s this year […]

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