Constructing the General Ledger for Your Small Business

The phrase "keeping the books" refers to maintaining the general ledger, the main accounting record for your business if you use double-entry bookkeeping. It's the primary tool that allows you to keep track of all transactions and sort them into subcategories so you—and your accountant—can find a comprehensive, interlocking record of your business finances all …

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13 Personal Finance Tips for Any Small Business Owner

Many small business owners make the mistake of relying solely on their business for their retirement, but there are better ways to secure a comfortable financial future while building a going concern. They include taking advantage of new tax laws, picking the right savings plans and even hiring your children. Keep reading for valuable information …

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3 Basic Accounting Concepts Every Small Business Owner Should Know

The difference between profit vs cash The difference between accrual basis vs cash basis How to recognizing the purchase of assets You didn’t get into business to be an accountant, so why do you need to know basic accounting concepts? For starters, understanding basic accounting concepts can help you make predictions about your company’s future …

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Accounting Basics For Small Business Owners

Of all the aspects of running a small business, accounting is one that is usually not well understood. With the wide range of options, tax regulations, and reporting standards, this area is its own field of expertise for a reason. Most small business owners hire bookkeepers and accountants (and rightly so) to manage this part …

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Save money with a small business tax deductions checklist

Although taxes are a fact of life, especially for a small business owner, there are ways to maximize your deductions so that more of your hard-earned money winds up in your pocket, and not with the IRS. The good news is that figuring out business tax deductions is pretty straightforward. However, because of important changes …

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How to choose the right type of credit for your business

Credit is essential for most businesses to grow, seize opportunities and fill in cash-flow gaps. In a recent Chase for Business survey of 2,600 business owners, aroun 70% reported that they use some form of financing. There's a range of credit options to choose from if you're a business owner. The trick is finding the …

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14 Important Dates for Small Businesses in the 2019 Tax Calendar

Tax season is approaching. But for many businesses, managing taxes can be a yearlong undertaking. In fact, there are many different types of deadlines you should be aware of throughout the year. 2019 Tax Calendar Here are the most important tax dates for businesses to know in 2019. 1099 Mailing Deadline January 31 If your …

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Small Business Tax Preparation Checklist 2019

It’s that time of year again: Tax Time. Preparing your taxes may seem like an annoying task that distracts you from running your business, but filing an accurate return can reduce the risk of paying fees and penalties down the road. What you need to complete this task is a checklist, which you’ll find below. …

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