Category Archives: Help

How do I Know if my Bank Reconciliation is Accurate?

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How do I know if my bank reconciliation is accurate? You have been doing the reconciliations in your accounting software but do not know if they are accurate. You do them because you have always heard that doing the bank reconciliations for your business accounts is important.  What is the purpose of reconciling your accounts? […]

Four Steps to Ensure Accurate Year-End Reports

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Financial reports are essential for understanding your business’ financial health. However, verifying their accuracy is critical to make informed decisions. Accurate reports at year end are incredibly useful to your tax accountant as well. Your financials can help them build a basis for an effective tax strategy throughout the year. In this article, we will […]

I am switching payroll providers – what should I know?

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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 […]

How can I keep my money protected?

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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 […]

How can paying taxes be less painful?

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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 […]

Which parts of my business are profitable?

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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 […]

What to know before you enter a partnership

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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 […]

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, […]

How should I pay myself as an owner?

How should I pay myself?

When you work as an employee, things are simple; receive a paycheck and file your taxes at the end of the year. When you own a business, compensation becomes more complicated. How should you pay yourself as an owner? Let’s discuss four important questions to help you decide.   What is your business type? Depending on […]