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The Transformation of Accounting in My Lifetime

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Accounting has transformed dramatically in my lifetime. We have gone from clunky desktop software to cloud-based solutions with endless apps. Most folks do not dream about accounting or software; I don’t either as a rule. However, last night I did. And upon waking, I realized just how far we have come. How much transformation have […]

Four Steps to Start Your Own Business

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Starting your own business can feel overwhelming. But don’t worry! You don’t need to be a financial expert to get your business started. With a little planning and a step-by-step approach, you can set yourself up for success from the beginning. Here are four simple steps to get you started: 1. Define your Service and […]

New Features in Dext – Enhance Your Efficiency!

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One of our favorite accounting apps is Dext Prepare. We love the ability it gives our clients to upload receipts and manage expenses in their accounting software. Dext Prepare continues to innovate and provide tools that streamline your bookkeeping and accounting processes. Let’s dive into some of the newest features they have released.  The Supplier […]

What are the KPIs for your business?

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You’ve heard about KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) and know that other businesses use them to measure success. Should you be tracking them? This guide will explain what KPIs are, provide some examples, and give advice on how to use them to make better decisions. What are KPIs? KPIs are metrics that measure how effectively a […]

Going Beyond: Insurance Management

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If you own a small business, you have business insurance. Depending on the type of business you own, the various kinds of insurance policies you need to carry may seem overwhelming. Fortunately, our team at Beyond can keep you organized with our insurance management services.  This article discusses the typical types of insurance a small […]

Going Beyond: Fixed Asset Management

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Here at Beyond Balanced Books, we aim to go further, or beyond, traditional bookkeeping. We actively look for ways to help our clients create the best outcome for their business. One way we do this is by providing fixed asset management services. What do fixed asset management services entail? And why should you be interested […]

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 is Depreciation?

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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? […]