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Basic Financial Statements That Anyone Should Know

AccountingDepartment

Although individual financial statements each provide different snapshots of financial health, all financial reports reflect business activities that produce a company's profit or loss. And, banks consider basic financial statements powerful tools useful for evaluating creditworthiness and profit potential.

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The Four Most Important Financial Statements for Your Business

AccountingDepartment

As a business owner or manager, you likely spend some time generating and analyzing financial statements. However, no two statements are of exactly the same importance. Some financial statements are essential to understanding the financial health of a business while others are less significant.

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CPE Webcast May 17, 2023: How To Analyze Any Company’s Financial Statements in 7 Minutes or Less

CPA Practice

Mike is an army Veteran and an MBA from Baylor University, and is mostly known for: Being the author of two books: The 7 Minute Conversation, and Don’t Be A DUMB Business Owner – both focused on using financial statements to find hidden cash in your business.

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Checklist for Small Business Startups

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There are numerous benefits to having a bank account under your company’s registration, including separation of personal and business finances, providing legal protection, and helps facilitate business growth by easily tracking cash flow. There’s no all-inclusive checklist for every small business.

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New Sole Proprietors, LLCs, and Corporations Need Accounting and Tax Services

MyIRSRelief

Accounting, tax and bookkeeping are essential for all businesses, regardless of size or age. By hiring a professional accountant, you can save yourself time and stress, and you can be confident that your finances are in good hands. What Do Business Accounting and Bookkeeping Services Entail?

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Construction Accounting Concepts You Can Benefit From Today

Randal DeHart

We'll discuss how these principles can help you keep track of financial transactions, create accurate financial statements, and make informed decisions for your business. Why Are Accounting Principles Important for Construction Businesses? Accounting principles are the foundation for any successful business.

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The Importance of a Month-End Close Process

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This is important for several reasons: Proper classification of activity will make the monthly financial statements as accurate as possible when being used to assess operating results. Having up-to-date account balances summarized on the financial statements can indicate to management if there is adequate cash to cover future needs.