DuctTapeMarketing
SEPTEMBER 24, 2020
Why small business owners need to own marketing instead of renting it written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing. Odds are this question has crossed your mind at one point in time if you’re a small business owner: “Should I hire someone in-house for marketing or continue to seek outside help?”. So many small business owners are afraid to hire marketing people internally.
TaxConnex
SEPTEMBER 24, 2020
It has been two years since the US Supreme Court passed the Wayfair decision which paved the way for states to enact economic nexus rules. At this point, the majority of finance professionals understand the need to maintain sales & use tax compliance. Most businesses have some type of process in place although it may not be comprehensive enough.
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AdviceForTaxpreparers
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
Advice for Tax Preparers Making tax preparers lives easier one blog at a time HOME. ABOUT. CONTACT. BOOK. Earn $20 per Book Promoting My Tax Preparer Book from Home in Your Spare Time. by Bill Meador, CPA, JD. My name is Bill Meador and I am writing a book to help tax staff succeed in a public accounting firm tax department. Since I do not plan to sell this book through a publishing company, I need another way to market the book to the public.
SMBAccountant
SEPTEMBER 23, 2020
Nearly all businesses have some kind of fixed assets. A fixed asset is something purchased or assembled that is intended for long-term use. It is not a liquid asset and cannot be converted quickly to cash. The useful life, or amount of time the asset should be useful to the company, must be greater than one year and be greater than the established corporate limit.
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Bharmal&Associates
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020
PPP Update: Two New Rules for Owners of S & C Corporations. The Payroll Protection Program (PPP) rules—they keep a-changing. During the past month, the Small Business Administration (SBA) issued a new set of frequently asked questions (FAQs) and a new interim final rule, which in combination create the following good news for the Payroll Protection Program (PPP): More forgiveness.
MyIRSRelief
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
As any business owner will tell you, there are simply not enough hours in the day, and life as a business owner can be described as ‘busy’ at best. If you’re running your own business, in Los Angeles, or Orange County, regardless of how large or small your company is, you simply must ensure that you have your books and accounts in order. The IRS doesn’t care about how busy you are, they don’t care about years of backed up bookkeeping, financial worries, or anything else, they simply care about y
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TaxConnex
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
This article was written for the Atlanta Business Chronicle Leadership Trust. To see the original post, click here. Taxes are an integral part of the telecom world. Taxes, fees and government surcharges on telecommunications services increased from 19.1% to 21.7% in 2019 (even as average monthly bills for consumers actually dropped). In talking with countless telecommunications service providers about their various tax and regulatory requirements, there are some recurring themes I hear that can
BurklandAssociates
SEPTEMBER 28, 2020
Part 1 of Burkland’s interview with Andy McLoughlin, Partner at Uncork Capital Andy McLoughlin is a venture capitalist at Uncork Capital. Andy recently shared some time with Burkland's Head of Read More. The post How Do Venture Capitalists Evaluate Startups? An Interview with a VC. appeared first on Burkland.
Patriot Software
SEPTEMBER 30, 2020
Typically, employers get to choose whether they want to offer types of paid time off, like sick leave, to employees. But depending on your business location, you might not have a choice. Little by little, paid sick leave laws by state are on the rise. If your employees work in a state with mandatory sick […] READ MORE.
Bharmal&Associates
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020
Seven Things To Know Before You Take Out EIDL Loan. Small Business Administration (SBA) Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) can be a great source of low-interest funding for businesses struggling with the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Unlike Payroll Protection Program (PPP) loans, EIDLs are not forgivable—borrowers have to pay them back.
Speaker: Victor C. Barnes, CPA, MBA
In the climb from contributor to leader, the rules quietly change. But if you’re aiming for the summit, the air gets thinner, and what got you here won’t be enough to get you to the top. 🗻 What made you successful early in your finance career—technical accuracy, sharp analysis, flawless execution—won’t be what carries you to the next level. The higher you go, the more your effectiveness depends on how you connect, adapt, and communicate.
PANALITIX
SEPTEMBER 30, 2020
RESOURCES / ARTICLES. Building a Sales Culture. IN Accounting Businesses. Panalitix CEO Mark Ferris recently presented a webinar on Building a Sales Culture in accounting businesses. He investigated how to get team members to WANT TO sell… which requires a major mindset shift in most cases. Our webinar audience came up with such good questions that we decided to respond with our thoughts in this article.
PYMNTS
SEPTEMBER 13, 2020
Europe's biggest banks have called on the European Commission to implement tough regulations for cryptocurrencies, such as stablecoins, that would protect consumers and preserve state sovereignty in monetary policy, Reuters reported. In a joint statement Friday (Sept. 11), the finance ministers of Germany, France, Italy, Spain and the Netherlands said they asked the executive branch of the European Union (EU), the agency responsible for managing the day-to-day business of the EU’s 27 nations, to
TaxConnex
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Lost sales, expenses for cleaning, more time and money for employee protection and training are just some of the reasons for businesses to claim they now have to charge extra to pay for responding to the pandemic (aka, “COVID surcharges”). In many places and for many industries these charges have become commonplace. Dentists’ offices were among the first reopening to charge such fees, followed by hair salons and other businesses that necessitate personal contact.
BurklandAssociates
SEPTEMBER 28, 2020
Part 2 of Burkland’s interview with Andy McLoughlin, Partner at Uncork Capital Andy McLoughlin is a venture capitalist at Uncork Capital. Andy recently shared some time with Burkland's Head of Read More. The post A Venture Capital Firm Invested in a Startup Based on a Cold Email. Here’s Why. appeared first on Burkland.
Speaker: Kim Beynon, CPA, CGMA, PMP
The most overlooked, yet most critical, element of transformation is preparing people for change. Automation and AI aren't just technical upgrades, they’re cultural shifts which can challenge identities. That’s why change management isn’t a side project—it’s the foundation. In finance, where precision and process rule, navigating change can feel especially disruptive.
Patriot Software
SEPTEMBER 25, 2020
Between 50% – 78% of workers live paycheck to paycheck. These employees (and likely all employees) count on receiving their wages on their scheduled pay date. But, bank holidays might pose a slight hiccup. What happens if payday falls on a bank holiday? What happens if payday falls on a bank holiday—or around it? Although […] READ MORE.
Bharmal&Associates
SEPTEMBER 4, 2020
We’re no ordinary accounting firm here at Bharmal & Associates, Inc.! With years of experience as a professional service organization, we offer a wide range of services for businesses and individuals. From individual tax planning services to complex corporate consulting engagements, we are ready to be your full-service CPA firm. Based in Orange County, Southern California, we received our first reviews on Clutch and maintain a perfect 5.0-Star Average on the platform.
SMBAccountant
SEPTEMBER 23, 2020
Nearly all businesses have some kind of fixed assets. A fixed asset is something purchased or assembled that is intended for long-term use. It is not a liquid asset and cannot be converted quickly to cash. The useful life, or amount of time the asset should be useful to the company, must be greater than one year and be greater than the established corporate limit.
PYMNTS
SEPTEMBER 14, 2020
Deloitte will be the first of the “Big Four” auditors to break up its business after selecting a new auditing board to undertake the task, according to a report from The Telegraph. The company, along with fellow Big Four members EY , KPMG and PwC , had been warned by watchdogs that their businesses needed to break off their profitable consultancy arms from audit divisions.
Speaker: Mark Gilham, FCCA, CPP
Finance used to be the function that counted, now it's the one that’s counted on. 📊 For accounting firms, controllers, and finance leaders, expectations are rising faster than headcount. Businesses want agile forecasts, granular analysis, seamless reporting, and smart automation—often without added resources while demanding uncompromised accuracy and compliance.
TaxConnex
SEPTEMBER 17, 2020
States are still reeling in sales tax deficits brought on by the economic downturn during the pandemic, but the addition of economic nexus has appeared to have somewhat alleviated the deficits. States are starting to see an increase in online sales tax collections as more and more people remain online for work and shopping. Michigan media reports that its state legislators made a good move at a good time regarding nexus and sales tax obligations: Gov.
BurklandAssociates
SEPTEMBER 24, 2020
How can a growing tech startup that is not yet profitable drive towards profitability during a recession? Burkland CFO Marc Zablatsky joins CFO Daily News, Procurify, and a small panel Read More. The post How Startups Can Utilize Spend Management & Drive Growth appeared first on Burkland.
PANALITIX
SEPTEMBER 20, 2020
RESOURCES / ARTICLES. Improving Workflow. to Drive Profit and Growth. We hear a lot about accountants evolving their businesses to offer high margin (advisory) services. This makes sense as technology innovation, increased competition and downward price pressure impact the industry. The fact is, however, that most accounting businesses will continue to offer compliance services because they are in demand and are the bedrock of an accounting business.
MyIRSRelief
SEPTEMBER 1, 2020
With more than 30 million small businesses in the US, effective tax planning is essential to maximizing profits and minimizing taxes, keeping more of what is earned, and lowering your taxes for the future. Understanding the intricacies of effective tax planning takes professional guidance to ensure that you are taking advantage of every opportunity.
Speaker: Frank Taliano
Documents are the backbone of enterprise operations, but they are also a common source of inefficiency. From buried insights to manual handoffs, document-based workflows can quietly stall decision-making and drain resources. For large, complex organizations, legacy systems and siloed processes create friction that AI is uniquely positioned to resolve.
SMBAccountant
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
The purchasing documentation and process helps keeps track of items to be charged but how does it all work?Who approves what money is spent in your company? What proof do you have that a purchase was approved? What project, if any, will this purchase be charged? Did you get the best value or price? These are very important questions whether a company has government contracts or not.
PYMNTS
SEPTEMBER 18, 2020
Online marketplaces are the digital storefronts helping small to mid-sized businesses survive — but adding real-time settlement into the mix can help them thrive. To that end, joint research between PYMNTS and Visa , in a study titled Marketplaces as Retail’s New Front Door , found that 60 percent of surveyed businesses that are not currently using online marketplaces would like to do so.
FusionCPA
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020
As your e-commerce business grows it becomes increasingly complicated and you may be looking at all-in-one solutions like Xero accounting and Xero taxes. Staying current and organized when it comes to your bookkeeping starts to demand more and more time. You and your CFO may be looking for ways to simplify your bookkeeping. On the other hand, you may need to take a more in-depth look into your numbers but don’t have the time to sort through all the data and don’t know where to start to create a
BurklandAssociates
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020
Here are 2021 tax deadlines for startups including U.S. Federal tax filing dates, and key tax dates for San Francisco, New York, and Seattle. You can estimate your tax preparation Read More. The post 2021 Tax Deadlines for Startups appeared first on Burkland.
Speaker: Claire Grosjean, Global Finance & Operations Executive
Finance teams are drowning in data—but is it actually helping them spend smarter? Without the right approach, excess spending, inefficiencies, and missed opportunities continue to drain profitability. While analytics offers powerful insights, financial intelligence requires more than just numbers—it takes the right blend of automation, strategy, and human expertise.
Patriot Software
SEPTEMBER 18, 2020
If you have nonexempt employees, you have to pay them overtime, or time and a half, for any hours worked over 40 during the workweek. Learn all about time and a half, who qualifies for overtime, and how to calculate it. What is time and a half pay? Again, when an employee works overtime hours, […] READ MORE.
SkagitCountyTaxServices
SEPTEMBER 16, 2020
Here we are, with Q3 of 2020 in the rearview mirror, THANK GOODNESS. Only one more quarter left in this 2020 donkey — but it’s going to be an eventful one. I get asked a bunch by Skagit County clients and friends what I think the markets will do, and the only thing I can really say is “expect the unexpected” If that seems weaselly to you — well, it shouldn’t because the last six months, as we are all aware, have been pretty insanely unexpected.
SMBAccountant
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
The purchasing documentation and process helps keeps track of items to be charged but how does it all work?Who approves what money is spent in your company? What proof do you have that a purchase was approved? What project, if any, will this purchase be charged? Did you get the best value or price? These are very important questions whether a company has government contracts or not.
PYMNTS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2020
The end of the third quarter of 2020 offers a moment to look back — and ahead — as a year unlike any other is (a bit more) than three quarters finished. It may be hard to remember, but when 2020 dawned, unemployment was near historic lows, at about 3.6 percent. GDP was growing at a healthy clip, and most companies — large and small — saw the trends of top-line and bottom-line growth as set. to continue.
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