Business owners typically have to wear a multitude of hats when launching their business. Most of the time it just isn’t feasible to hire someone for every job that needs to get done when you first start out. So where do the tasks of bookkeeping and accounting usually land? On the business owner, of course! Along with sales, delivery of products and services, marketing, human resources (if you have any staff), networking, and the list goes on and on. If you have already start

The psychology of money is an intriguing and dynamic topic. There are many facets that play into how we view money, how we save money, and most commonly done, how we spend money! Understanding how you view money matters, and the role that view plays in your financial life is critical to your financial success. So buckle up, we’re about to dig into your financial mindset, the barriers it may present and how you can overcome those barriers! Yes, money is just a thing, but, und

There is this misconception that budgeting is for people who don’t have a lot of money, or are living from paycheck to paycheck. This is true; it is for them. But budgeting is for everyone else too. That’s what we’re going to unravel today! We’re going to look at budgeting for both personal and business finances. It is essential that we look at both because if you’re only doing one or the other, then you’re missing out and probably missing chances for growth as well. How was

Last month we talked about tax deduction requests that will drive your accountant bonkers. On the flip side, there are some extremely bizarre tax deductions and requirements that will throw you for a loop! In the spirit of April’s Fools Day, let’s have fun looking at some of the comical codes the IRS has dealt with! Excuse me, but you’re going to have to document that sexual encounter. One recent news story regarding the Missouri legislature is intriguing. While it may not be

Yes, Quickbooks is deceptively easy. But, as easy as it is to figure out how to write a check, or create an invoice, it’s equally easy to mess up weeks, or even months, of hard work with just one click. Unless you have a good handle on basic accounting principles, you will likely make mistakes without even knowing it. When you realize it, you will spend hours fixing it. A professional can help you lay the foundation to ensure the accuracy of your entries. A good professional

Everyone knows the basics you can lean on your accountant for: payroll, CFO solutions, file cleanup, W-2 and 1099 processing, etc. How about the other nitty gritty areas of your business? The ones that just even beginning to think about embarking upon make your head tilt-a-whirl a bit? There are numerous areas your accountant can help you with that many people don’t consider. Perhaps if you have a new business, you’re still considering when to hire an accountant. You figure y