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Holiday Bookkeeping Tips for Small Business Owners

Essential Accounting Support Posted on November 30, 2024 by Christie HammondDecember 2, 2024

Ready for a worry-free holiday? Check out our latest blog on holiday bookkeeping tips that ensure your small business runs smoothly while you recharge!

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Posted in Bookkeeping, Hot Tips | Tagged bookkeeping, Small Business Operations
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How to Reconcile Your Accounts: A Simple Guide for Small Business

Essential Accounting Support Posted on October 1, 2024 by Christie HammondFebruary 4, 2025

Discover monthly reconciliation best practices to keep your business finances accurate and ready for tax season. Stay informed and proactive with your bookkeeping!

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Posted in Bookkeeping, Business Basics | Tagged bookkeeping, Bookkeeping Basics, Small Business Operations
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5 Summer Bookkeeping Tips for Your Small Business

Essential Accounting Support Posted on May 30, 2024 by Christie HammondApril 7, 2025

Summer bookkeeping can be a breeze with the right approach. In this blog, we’ll explore five essential tips to help your small business stay organized and financially healthy during the sunny season.

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Posted in Bookkeeping | Tagged bookkeeping, Bookkeeping Basics, Small Business Operations, summer
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Free Tax Preparation Software: Are the Savings Worth Missed Opportunities?

Essential Accounting Support Posted on March 4, 2024 by Christie HammondFebruary 4, 2025

Free tax preparation software is a starting point for taxes, but you should learn more about what these tools can do and what they can miss.

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Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged bookkeeping, Tax Preparation, Taxes
2 Women, one a bookkeeper and one an accountant, working on small business bookkeeping

The Dynamic Duo: How Bookkeepers and Accountants Work Together

Essential Accounting Support Posted on May 21, 2023 by Christie HammondMarch 23, 2025

Bookkeepers and accountants are essential to keeping your finances in order, but they play different roles. Together, they form a powerful partnership that helps your business thrive.

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Posted in Accounting, Bookkeeping, Business Basics | Tagged accounting, bookkeeping
Small Business Tax Preparation: DIY vs Hiring a Professional

Small Business Tax Preparation: DIY vs Hiring a Professional

Essential Accounting Support Posted on March 27, 2023 by Christie HammondJune 28, 2024

Small business tax preparation. It’s a lot. You may be wondering whether you should handle preparing your taxes for your accountant on your own (DIY) or hire a professional bookkeeper. In this article, we’ll explore the benefits and drawbacks of each option to help you make an informed choice.

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Posted in Accounting, Bookkeeping, Business Basics, Tax | Tagged bookkeeping, Small Business Operations, Tax Preparation, Taxes
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What Small Business Should Know Before Hiring a Bookkeeper

Essential Accounting Support Posted on January 24, 2023 by Christie HammondJanuary 24, 2023

Are you tired of juggling finances for your small business? Find out why you should consider hiring a bookkeeper to help with accounting, payroll, and other financial tasks.

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Posted in Accounting, Bookkeeping, Business Basics, Tax | Tagged bookkeeping, Small Business Operations, Taxes
Can You Deduct Client Gifts

Can Your Business Deduct Client Gifts?

Essential Accounting Support Posted on December 27, 2022 by Christie HammondApril 23, 2025

The answer to whether you can deduct client gifts is that it depends. You can deduct client gifts, but there are limitations to the type and value of gifts that you can deduct. 

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Posted in Tax | Tagged bookkeeping, Small Business Operations, Taxes
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What Is a Virtual Bookkeeper?

Essential Accounting Support Posted on November 18, 2022 by Christie HammondNovember 20, 2022

A virtual bookkeeper is just like any other bookkeeper AND an independent contractor who can work from anywhere. Let’s take a look at some advantages of virtual bookkeeping.

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Posted in Accounting, Bookkeeping, Business Basics | Tagged bookkeeping, Small Business Operations
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Action Steps for Third Quarter Bookkeeping

Essential Accounting Support Posted on September 27, 2022 by Christie HammondApril 23, 2025

Third-quarter bookkeeping is about investing time to set yourself up for future success. By looking ahead one full quarter (or more), you’re better able to plan and implement things that will positively impact your business. Here are the tasks you should be doing in 3rd Quarter.

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Posted in Bookkeeping, Business Basics | Tagged bookkeeping, Small Business Operations

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