Posts Tagged ‘Accounting’
5 Cybersecurity Tips for CPAs
Every day, CPAs handle documents populated with their clients’ most sensitive personal details. Names; addresses; Social Security Numbers; bank or savings account details; credit card numbers; tax information. These details and others are there on the paperwork that CPAs work with and store in their files. In the wrong hands, any of this information could…
Read More6 Ways for Global Freelancers to Save Money
Working as a freelancer comes with its share of benefits – you get to decide your own work hours, you can work from anywhere, and you don’t have to worry about what to wear or commuting to and from the office. However, inconsistent income requires that you save money for the rainy days to come,…
Read MoreSustainability and Accounting
Businesses have long gauged their success by the strength of their earnings. Today, however, more and more businesses are striving for sustainability in the marketplace. They recognize a three-pronged bottom line consisting of profits, people and planet. This paradigm shift in how you think about the bottom line of your business moves you from an…
Read MoreWhy Local Accounting and Bookkeeping Knowledge is Essential
It should be pretty obvious that an accountant who has a great deal of general knowledge in accounting and bookkeeping is better for you or your business than one who doesn’t. But how important is it for your accountant to have specific local knowledge of the tax laws and statutes that impact your personal or business…
Read MoreHow to Choose the Right Accountant for Your Business
Deciding that it is finally time to look for an accountant is a big step for any growing business, but you will have to make sure that your financial information — one of the most important areas in your business — is in the right hands. It is highly likely that most people would first turn to…
Read MoreLessons Learned: Running a Niche Marketing Campaign for a CPA Firm
As marketers, we put blood, sweat, and tears into our campaigns. From strategy to design to promotion, tons of manpower goes into getting a campaign off the ground. After weeks of hard work the last thing that we want is a failure. “Well [heavy sigh] that’s exactly what happened to us during a recent ebook…
Read MoreStartup Checklist: What Should I Ask My Accountant?
It’s only numbers, right? How hard could it be? Think again. Your choice of an accountant can have a lasting impact on your business, often making the difference between success and failure. If you’re an entrepreneur just launching your first small business, you’ll likely need start-up accounting services, as well as ongoing accounting support to…
Read MoreHire Right: 4 Specialists That Can Bolster a Burgeoning Company
As a new company, success largely depends upon the people that you hire to help run it. If you’ve just established a startup, you might not think you can afford a lot of specialists to help you out, but some of them are really essential. These four specialists might be the kind of roles you…
Read More5 Services All Business Owners Should Consider for the New Financial Year
As we’re in the new next financial year, now is the perfect time for business owners to invest in the right services. The new financial year is a fresh start, and with it comes the opportunity to review current practices and make sure business is going to plan. Strategically designing the year ahead is vital…
Read MoreVehicle Tax Deduction for Small Businesses
Whether you’re self-employed or run a small business, chances are you use a car to get from point A to point B. Luckily, during tax season, you can claim your vehicle when Uncle Sam comes barging in. We’re going to go over the qualifications and methods you can use to estimate your expenses so you…
Read More