I have been working with and studying small business owners for over 40 years. This has given me the opportunity to discover why some business owners are highly successful and why others fail or are continually struggling. Even with businesses in the same...
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Profits are all that counts!
In business, profits aren’t just important; profits are the only thing that counts. Your business profits provide you, the business owner; the ability to attract top talent, eliminate debt, give back to your community, plan for retirement, comfortably support your...
What are you doing differently in 2018?
When I meet with my clients I always ask them, “How is your business going this year?” No matter how they answer, my next question is, “What are you doing differently this year to grow your business profits?” Invariably, business owners who are growing their...
Tax Planning Tips For Year Round Benefits
It is always a bit of a challenge with everything going on in your life to keep tax planning in your thoughts throughout the year. The good news is that if you work with an accountant he or she will typically send you newsletters or emails that will help you remember...
Common Accounting Mistakes Small Businesses Make
If you go by the SBA (Small Business Association) definition of a small business being under 500 employees there are 28 million businesses in this category. However, if you look at businesses that just employ one person, a sole owner/employee combination, then you...
Secrets Accountants Know That You Should Too
Working with an accountant is a great way to help proactively and positively plan for your financial future as well as budget on a yearly basis. Too often, individuals see accountants as only necessary for the wealthy or only professionals that you need to see...
Starting 2018 With A Financial Plan
The vast majority of people only see their accountant once a year, and that is typically between New Years and April when they are turning in their tax documentation for filing. While preparing and filing your taxes is an important part of what your accountant...
Preparing For Tax Season
Preparing for your annual visit to your accountant for tax season doesn’t have to be a stressful time in your life. In fact, if you have kept organized records, or at least have all your receipts and documentation in one place, it can be very easy to do. ...
8 Questions To Ask Any Accountant Before Hiring
When you are working with an accountant to do your taxes you are really hiring them to complete a service. This means that you have the opportunity, and should take advantage of, the chance to ask at least a few basic interview questions. Meeting in advance of...
Money Saving Tips
There are a lot of simple ways anyone can incorporate into their daily activities and money management strategies that can add dollars a day to your bank account. While dollars may not seem like much, over the years they can add up, and with a wise investment in a...