In the last couple of blogs, we have been discussing the many mistakes that business owners make when it comes to doing their own accounting. Unless you have experience in accounting, there are several things that you can do that can get your business into trouble...
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Essential Tips for Effective Inventory Management
Effective inventory management is vital for any business to function sustainably. Everything has to be recorded, from raw materials to finished products, to ensure you don't face any delays that could've been avoided. At Remote Quality Bookkeeping, we offer a range of...
Why Do Entrepreneurs Need Accounting Services?
Ask any successful entrepreneur what the most challenging part of running a business is, and they will more than likely mention accounting as one of their biggest challenges. Business bookkeeping is much more complicated than simply balancing the checkbook each month...
Enrolled Agent vs. CPA: Which Is Right for Your Small Business?
Choosing the right financial professional can make a big difference in the success of your business, especially when it comes to taxes. For many small business owners, the choice often comes down to two roles: Enrolled Agent (EA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA)....
Navigating the Employee Retention Credit: Avoiding Common Pitfalls
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) emerged as a lifeline for many businesses, offering financial support to retain employees during challenging times. However, as the IRS deadline approaches, small businesses must tread carefully...
Do You Need an Accountant for Small Business?
Operating a small business is demanding. Financial management, customer service, excellent communication, negotiation, project management, networking, and leadership are few of the many business skills required to be more profitable. Amidst daily demands, nagging...
What Are the Different Types of Business Insurance?
Understanding the different business insurance types is critical to protecting your business from unforeseen, accidental allegations – claims that could cripple your company if ignored. In the content below, we provide a basic guide to the different business insurance...
How to Determine Payroll Taxes
Payroll is the compensation you owe your employees for their work in your business. Payroll is calculated based on the gross pay minus all taxes and deductions that must be paid. One of the many duties an employer has is calculating payroll taxes for their employees...
Can Good Bookkeeping Help You Manage Debt?
Maintaining accurate financial records is crucial to the smooth operation of any small business. Bookkeeping entails maintaining precise and accurate records of all assets, liabilities, income, and expenditures through a solid chart of accounts. However, many small...
Monthly Bookkeeping Checklist
Small business owners who recently opened their doors may feel inexperienced with the operational tasks involving bookkeeping. Quickly, they understand that running a company involves more than selling products or services, growing your client base, and increasing...
Avoid These Costly, Yet Common Small Business Bookkeeping Mistakes
Small businesses are the backbone of the U.S. economy. As of 2024, there are approximately 34.8 million small businesses nationwide, making up 99.9% of all U.S. businesses and employing nearly half of the private workforce [1]. But running a small business is no small...
Common Accounts Receivable Challenges and Overcoming Them
Companies have stringent policies regarding accounts receivable. Despite these policies, many business firms in the US have up to 24 percent unpaid invoices. Pending payments can cause much damage, such as missed investment opportunities, disrupted hiring, delayed...