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3 mistakes small business owners make and you can avoid

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

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?

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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A business owner meets with a monthly accountant, discussing strategy and financial insights in a collaborative, professional setting.

Monthly Accounting: What It’s Like and How It Helps Your Business

When business owners ask, “What’s it actually like to work with a monthly accounting firm?”, they’re not looking for a sales pitch. They want to know:

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A business owner meets with his accountant at his garden shop. Small to mid-size businesses often find they need an accountant that helps them manage their financials and provides guidance to grow a business. Having an accountant frees a business owner to focus on other aspects of the business.

How Much Does Monthly Accounting Cost for Small Businesses?

If you're a small business owner, you've probably wondered: what does monthly accounting actually cost—and is it worth the investment? Whether you’re...

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

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.

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 small business owner carefully reviewing financial options on a laptop, reflecting on the key question: “Do I need the expertise of a CPA, or is QuickBooks Live enough for my business?” The setting includes a modern office with bookshelves, symbolizing the research and decision-making process in choosing the right bookkeeping solution.

CPA vs. QuickBooks Live: Which Bookkeeping Solution 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.

Why Your CPA Isn't Answering Your Calls

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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Middle-aged man with salt-and-pepper hair working at a desk, reviewing financial documents in natural light, symbolizing small business accounting decisions.

Monthly vs Annual Accounting: Which Is Best for Your Business?

Trying to decide between a monthly accountant and an annual accountant for your business? Here’s what you need to know before tax time hits you with...

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Stressed small business owner in a white shirt sitting at a desk, holding his head in frustration while looking at a laptop and printed financial documents—representing confusion or overwhelm around business finances.

The 3 BIG Reasons Business Owners Fire Their Accountant

No one wants to fire their accountant. Or, maybe more accurately, it takes an awful lot to fire your accountant. Why? Well, a few reasons. It’s a...

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An accounting team and a small business should be a good fit for one another.

Who isn't a good fit to work with Kaizen?

Some CPA firms take everyone, and we mean everyone. That’s never worked for us. We’re looking for a specific type of client. We know what you’re...

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