10 Essential Tax Strategies to Boost Savings and Grow Your Small Business

Discover 10 essential tax strategies for small businesses to optimize savings, reduce tax liabilities, and improve profitability.

10 Tax Planning Tips for W-2 Employees

Tax planning isn’t just for the wealthy—W-2 employees can take advantage of powerful strategies to reduce their tax burden. Discover 10 practical tips to help you maximize savings and make the most of your tax situation.

How to Pivot a Client’s Retirement Strategy Due to Tax Law Changes

Stay Ahead with Proactive Retirement Tax Planning Tax law changes can significantly impact retirement planning, requiring financial professionals to pivot strategies that once worked smoothly. As a CPA or financial advisor, staying informed and proactive is essential...

Supercharge Your Business: LLC Taxed as an S Corp

Are you a small business owner searching for ways to optimize your tax strategy? Consider the powerful combination of utilizing an LLC to own and operate your business while benefiting from tax treatment as an S corporation. This article will explore the advantages of...

An Introduction to Bookkeeping and Accounting Principles

Bookkeeping and accounting are two of the most important functions of any business. Without proper bookkeeping and accounting, it is impossible for a business to thrive and grow. In this article, we will discuss the fundamental principles of bookkeeping and...

4 Important Tips For Hiring A Bookkeeper

If you found this article, I'm guessing that you're probably frustrated with how your bookkeeping's being managed. I get it. Well, today, I'll give you four simple tips on how you can hire a good Seattle bookkeeper so that you can become a little bit more hands-off...

5 Reasons To Hire A Bookkeeper For Your Business

Hiring a bookkeeper can be a real challenge for entrepreneurs. However, there are many advantages to hiring somebody that specializes in running your books for you. Today we're going to give you the top five reasons that your company should hire a bookkeeper. Reason...

Things To Consider Before Hiring A Bookkeeper

So, should you hire a bookkeeper in your business? The answer is "absolutely yes." To go from owning a job to owning a business, you have to take that next step, release responsibility, and put the right people in place. We're going to share some things that you...

Why Should I Hire A Bookkeeper For My Small Business?

We're going to talk about the benefits of having a bookkeeper. I see many clients who either do their books themselves, or they don't know why they need a bookkeeper, to begin with. There are six significant benefits to having a bookkeeper. Be Ready For An Audit The...

Bookkeeper vs Accountant: Which Do You Need?

The first difference between a Seattle bookkeeper and an accountant is schooling. Accountants go to school for many years. They have a degree, and they need to get a continuing education every year to keep up their certification. In contrast, bookkeeping is not a...
PPP Helps Businesses Pay Employees During COVID-19 Pandemic

PPP Helps Businesses Pay Employees During COVID-19 Pandemic

The COVID-19 has impacted the United States economy in extraordinary ways. Since the start of the pandemic, the Department of Labor has recorded at least 26 million Americans filing for unemployment. One of the most common reasons for businesses to let go of employees...

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Accounting For Employee Sick Leaves In The US

Accounting For Employee Sick Leaves In The US

The current COVID-19 pandemic has shown the importance of sick leaves for employees and employers alike. It has also started debates on the viability of requiring employers to provide a set number of paid sick leaves annually. In this article, we will focus on the...

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Surviving The COVID Pandemic For Businesses

Surviving The COVID Pandemic For Businesses

The current COVID-19 pandemic highlights the vulnerabilities in the United States’ business sector. With the current lockdown in place, it shows how massive our economy can plunge when almost all establishments shut down. This problem shows us that preparation is key,...

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What Is The Cares Act & How To Get It

What Is The Cares Act & How To Get It

On March 27, 2020, the President signed into law the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, commonly known as the CARES Act, the largest funding bill in the history of the United States. The CARES Act provides immediate, substantial relief to employees...

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How Often Does Accounting Rules Change?

How Often Does Accounting Rules Change?

Accounting has always been a fluid profession. For this reason, I prefer to call it more of an art than an exact science. Just this Wednesday, the Internal Revenue Service plans to apply new rules on the withholding of individual wages. This announcement is part of a...

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The Bumpy Road To Becoming A CPA

Being a CPA is both rewarding and prestigious. Besides the extra three letters it adds to your name, it provides you a reliable way to earn a living. It is also a great stepping stone if you plan to expand your career to professions like law or finance. However, it...

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Why Trust A CPA With Your Automobiles

­Automobiles are some of the most significant investments of businesses. Mismanaging them can significantly affect the performance of your company. Furthermore, improper valuations of these assets will substantially affect the accuracy and reliability of your...

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U.S. Vs. China: How Trade Wars Affect CPAs

Harsh competition between two rival companies is typical in any industry. However, an economic spat between two countries can shake the financial balance of all seven continents. The issue also affects professionals across different sectors, most notably accountants....

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Spending The Holidays As An Accountant

Spending The Holidays As An Accountant

Being an accountant is one of the most hectic jobs around the world. We process thousands, if not millions of transactions, every day to the point that we no longer remember what rest feels. That being said, the holidays are still a chance for us to slow down and put...

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