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I am switching payroll providers – what should I know?

You have decided it’s time to switch your payroll provider. After accessing your payroll needs and researching your options, you have settled on a solution. It should be smooth sailing from here on out – right? Not so fast. Switching payroll service providers can be a big move for your business. Whether you’re doing it […]

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How can I keep my money protected?

Business is going well, and you have some substantial cash in your bank account. How do you keep it safe? In this article, we discuss some practical steps business owners can take to keep their money protected. Open a savings account This first step seems almost too simple, but it is important. You may be […]

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How can paying taxes be less painful?

You just received your business tax return. You are distressed because you owe taxes. Every year tax time is stressful because you are scrambling to come up with the money for the taxes owed. You promised yourself this would not happen again, but you do not know how to change things. Let’s discuss the positive […]

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Which parts of my business are profitable?

If you have been in business for a while, at some point, you will need to make the transition from surviving to thriving. One important way to get there is to identify which parts of your business are profitable. Many conversations with our clients revolve around this topic. We are sharing some of the suggestions […]

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What is Depreciation?

You often hear about depreciation in reference to your taxes. What exactly is it though? Is it important? How does it affect your business? In this article, we will discuss what depreciation is and why should you care about it. Our goal is to make this mysterious accounting term easier to understand. What is depreciation? […]

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What to know before you enter a partnership

Starting a business is an exciting, if not overwhelming, venture. Starting a business with another person doesn’t have to be daunting. We discuss what you should know before you enter a business partnership. Just follow these steps and you can enter a business partnership with confidence. Ensure your values and goals align The will to […]

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How do I create a budget in QBO?

One of the best goals for a new year is to plan a budget for your business. You already know the reasons why a budget is a good idea. You may even have a draft budget ready to go. But adding the budget into QBO (QuickBooks Online) seems overwhelming and difficult. How can you create […]

When should I create a budget?

When should I create a budget?

You want to operate your business with less uncertainty and stress. A budget is a simple yet effective way to plan for your company’s future. When should you create a budget? This article discusses three common scenarios where budgets can be the most useful. When planning for the next year You may be asking yourself, […]

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How do I manage employee advances?

You trust your employees and want to help them in times of need. In some cases, that may mean extending to them a payroll advance. However, trust is a two-way street. While you want to be helpful, you also want to trust that your employees will pay you back. What is the best way to […]

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When should I use classes in QBO?

Most business owners do not like reading financial reports. That is why they hire us! You know your financial statements will help you make better decisions, but they are so difficult to understand. Is there a way to see the parts of the business that matter the most to you? One way to solve this […]

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