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The 5 Best Business Books Every Small Business Owner Should Read in 2023

In his book The E-Myth, Michael Gerber says, “You need to work on your business, not ‘in’ your business?” The general idea is that you need systems...

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Can I afford an accountant for my small business?

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How can I afford to pay for an accountant or CPA firm?

Running a small business is hard work, you need a team of folks in your corner – and at the top of that list should probably be an accountant. We say...

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3 mistakes small business owners make and you can avoid

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The 3 Biggest Mistakes We See Small Businesses Make

Running a small business means that, as the owner, you’re wearing a ton of different hats. Things can fall through the cracks. It’s OK, that can...

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AI in the workplace

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How will AI replace my CPA?

2023 is the year of AI. From ChatGPT to Midjourney, it’s rapidly becoming apparent that artificial intelligence will integrate into nearly every...

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What can you do when you have a bad-fit accountant?

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What can you do when you have a bad-fit accountant?

Getting the best outcome at tax season is dependent on a few things, but there’s one that really sticks out: being on the same page as your...

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What's it like working with a monthly accounting firm?

It’s a big step moving from an annual accountant to a monthly accounting firm. In fact, it’s such a big step that some businesses put it off because...

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How much does monthly accounting cost for small businesses?

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How much does monthly accounting cost for small businesses?

When you own a small business, you’re hands-on – but your time is limited. Even if you wanted to control every aspect of your business, it’s just not...

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A small business owner considers whether to hire an office manager to handle back-office tasks.

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Too big or not big enough? When to hire in-house accounting help

As a small business owner, you probably already do quite a bit of accounting, and you know how hard that work can be. When it starts to become a...

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Diversify your team.

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Why some of our team is overseas

The world is shrinking, especially when it comes to business. These days it's not uncommon to have branches of your company exist outside the US....

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A CPA can help you plan for growth for your small business.

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Hiring a CPA vs QuickBooks Live Bookkeeping: Which is right for you?

QuickBooks can be a vital tool for small business owners, office managers, or anyone who needs to log financials and back-office tasks. It’s so...

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Small business owner waits to hear from her accountant.

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Can’t get ahold of your accountant? Why communication is SO important for a CPA

Valentine’s Day often puts February’s focus squarely on your relationships. And while all the talk this month is about ROMANTIC relationships, here’s...

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A monthly accountant provides year-round guidance and real tax strategy.

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What's the difference between a monthly accountant and an annual accountant?

This time of year, everyone needs an accountant, but what’s the actual difference between utilizing a monthly accountant VS an annual accountant?...

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