Save Your Business Time and Money by Getting Organized
Save Your Business Time and Money by Getting Organized Here are some suggestions to help you master the art of documenting and organizing your business now and in the future. Document policies and procedures. Write down daily responsibilities, skills needed to...
Creating Financial Goals as a Couple
Creating Financial Goals as a Couple Financial goals make it possible for you and your partner to achieve the things you dream about. Here are several action items to create – and achieve – financial goals as a couple: Start talking sooner rather than later. Finances...
Jumpstart Your Savings with These 3 Rules
Jumpstart Your Savings with These 3 Rules While U.S. savings habits are improving, nearly 50% of Americans have no more than $500 in the event of an emergency. If you want to ramp up your savings, every little bit helps. Consider these 3 rules to jumpstart your...
Attention Businesses: File on Time or Pay the Price!
Attention Businesses: File on Time or Pay the Price! March 15th is the tax-filing due date for calendar year S-corporations and partnerships. While this filing deadline does not require making a tax payment, missing the due date could cost you a hefty penalty. The...
Keys to Success as an Independent Contractor
Keys to Success as an Independent Contractor The number of independent workers continues to soar in the U.S. According to MBO Partners, there were 64.6 million independent workers in 2022, an increase of 26% from 2021. The number of full-time independent workers...
Tips to Make Sure Your Tax Return Doesn’t Get Stuck!
Tips to Make Sure Your Tax Return Doesn't Get Stuck! Here are several ways to make sure that your tax return is prepared and filed as quickly (and as accurately!) as possible. Keep tax documents in one place. Missing tax documents are one of the biggest reasons that...
Why You Should File Your Tax Return Early
Why You Should File Your Tax Return Early Tax filing season officially began on Monday, January 23rd. Not many people file that early, but for some taxpayers it makes sense to do so. Here are common reasons to consider trying to be at the head of the line: You want to...
Keys to Keeping Great Business Records
Keys to Keeping Great Business Records Your bookkeeping system is the financial heart and lifeblood of your business. When set up and operating properly, your books help you make smart decisions and seamlessly turn your financial data into useful information. Here are...
Get Your 2023 Finances in Tip-Top Shape
Tips to Get Your 2023 Finances in Tip-Top Shape Here are some tips to get your 2023 finances in tip-top shape. Know your net worth. The first step to improving your finances in 2023 is to create a snapshot of your current financial situation. So note all your assets,...
Correcting Common Financial Mistakes
Correcting Common Financial Mistakes You’re working at the office, getting stuff done around the house, or hanging out with family when — wham! — a phone call, email or text alerts you that something happened with your finances. When a not-so-nice financial event...