Why you shouldn’t wait until ‘crisis mode’ to hire an accountant
Tell us if you’ve heard this one before. It’s February (or maybe even March), and you’re scrambling to get some poor, beleaguered accountant to get...
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It’s time to outsource your payroll, here’s why
You have a lot of faith in your accountant or accounting firm. As you well know, an in-house bookkeeper has a lot on his or her plate — adding...
How to pick an insurance carrier for your small business
You have a ton of responsibility as a small business owner, but there’s one thing that often gets lost in the shuffle when you’re starting out that...
How small businesses can cut costs & improve cash flow in a recession
Is there a recession coming? We don’t know what the future holds, but it’s always important for your small business to be ready for anything – which...
Should your small business buy property?
For most small businesses, it’s the dream to eventually own the building that your business operates out of. After all, historically real estate has...
Creating a foundation for small business growth
Growth is probably one of your goals this year for your small business – and if it isn’t, it should be. That said, not all growth is created equal....
How to Grow Your Small Business Through Mergers and Acquisitions
As part of our continuing series on how to grow your small business the right way, today we look at mergers and acquisitions. Acquisitions can be a...
Why a CPA should be the first hire at your startup
It may not be where your hiring strategy goes first, but it should be. 90% of start ups fail. Often that’s because owners see it as their duty to do...
What a recession might mean for your restaurant
A recession is bad for all businesses but can be especially rough on restaurants. Margins are already tight, and staffing issues can often compound...
How to Recession-Proof Your Business
We’ve got an overheated economy and a bear market. IF we reach a recession this year, is your business ready?
The Past, Present, and Future of Cloud-Based Accounting
Cloud-based accounting is a process in which you use an internet-based system to access your accounting from anywhere at any time. Three things are...
Are You Doing Enough to Ensure Check Fraud Protection?
Contrary to popular belief, businesses are still susceptible to check fraud, as it remains one of the most prevalent methods of attack on businesses....