Before you launch your business, you have to check a few items off your to-do list. Perhaps you have to purchase inventory, find a commercial building to lease, and explore different types of business software. Maybe you operate a home-based business so your list isn’t as extensive. No matter what type of business you plan […]
Running a business can be quite a juggling act. Between finding the right business software to getting the funding you need to buying business insurance to managing the actual day to day processes of your business, some things get put on the back burner. Accounting and bookkeeping are often the first places business owners fall […]
Everyone wants their small business to succeed, which means everyone needs a small business accountant. Yes, even if you use accounting software and do your own bookkeeping, a professional accountant is indispensable. But how do you even find an accountant? And once you do, how do you know if they’re any good? In this post, […]
Intuit Quickbooks is almost certainly the first name you think of when it comes to accounting software. But should QuickBooks be your first accounting choice? QuickBooks has a good reputation for a reason, but if you’re a new user searching out all of your options or an existing QuickBooks user looking for a change, there […]
Tax season is upon us, and if you are a small business owner, there is a good chance that you will need your Employer Identification Number (EIN) to file business taxes. For example, if you have an EIN for the first time this year, or are using a new CPA or service to file your […]
Launched in 1992, QuickBooks (see our review) is a popular accounting and personal finance software. Because it is highly complex and has an advanced feature set, this software can be fairly intimidating for some small businesses. However, for all its complexity, QuickBooks is an incredible accounting solution once mastered. So incredible, in fact, that many people select […]
Gone are the days when the cloud was just fluffy, white masses of condensation that sometimes made cool shapes in the sky. Now, the cloud is the basis of our technological world — including accounting software. But what exactly is cloud accounting and is it the right choice for your business? In this post, we’ll explain […]
There are over 55 million freelancers in the US. With perks like being your own boss, setting your own schedule, and the flexibility to work from anywhere, it’s easy to see why freelancing is becoming such a popular choice. Whether you are self-employed full-time or are freelancing on the side to earn some extra income, there […]
Xero is one of the leaders in cloud accounting, and while this software has sprinted ahead of most other accounting programs, it isn’t running alone in the race. Currently, several other major contenders give Xero a run for its money. Whether you are a current Xero user in need of a change or are just […]
If your business relies on paper-based invoicing, you don’t need me to tell you about the inconvenience of printing, mailing, and waiting to get paid. Despite the hassle, many businesses still rely on printing and mailing invoices — you’re not alone. However, more and more shops are switching to online invoicing platforms to eliminate the […]
