SMALL BUSINESS FINANCE · BOOKKEEPING TIPS · PORTLAND, OR
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Practical financial tips and bookkeeping advice to help small business owners stay organized, prepared, and in control of their money.
What to Do When Your Bookkeeper or Accountant is Retiring
If your bookkeeper has shared that they are planning to retire, you may be wondering what this means for your business. We have helped several business owners through this exact situation. Most of them did not realize how much their bookkeeper handled until they started thinking about the transition. The good news is that with the right steps, this does not have to disrupt your business.
What Business Owners Need to Do Before Tax Season Starts
Tax season has a way of sneaking up on business owners, and the best way to reduce stress is to prepare ahead of time. Getting organized early makes tax season much easier once things get busy.
When to Move from DIY Bookkeeping to Professional Support
Many business owners start out doing their own bookkeeping. It is practical in the beginning and helps you stay close to your numbers. However, as your business grows, there comes a point when DIY bookkeeping begins to slow you down.
These are the same reasons clients come to us again and again. We see the same patterns repeat, and they are usually a clear sign that it is time to bring in professional support.
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