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Most business owners only look at their Profit & Loss statement when their accountant asks for it at tax time. That is a missed opportunity. Your P&L is not just a tax report. It is one of the most powerful tools you have for understanding how your business is actually performing and where your money […]

Accounting, Client Case Studies, Non-Profits, Quickbooks, Resources, Small Business

January 19, 2026

What Your Profit & Loss Statement Is Really Telling You

Why 1099s Cause Confusion Every January Every January, business owners start asking the same questions.Do I need to send a 1099? Who actually needs one? What happens if I mess this up? 1099 requirements feel confusing because the rules are specific, the deadlines are firm, and the penalties can add up quickly. Add in contractors, […]

Accounting, Non-Profits, Resources, Small Business, Tax

January 12, 2026

1099s Explained: Who Needs One, Who Doesn’t, and Common Mistakes

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Every year, business owners set financial goals with the best intentions. More revenue. More profit. Less stress. But somewhere between January and March, those goals quietly fade into the background. The problem is not motivation. It is that most financial goals are not connected to real numbers, real systems, or real support. Let’s talk about […]

Accounting, Non-Profits, Quickbooks, Small Business, Uncategorized

December 29, 2025

Setting Financial Goals for the Year That Actually Stick

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Business Growth Brings New Financial Challenges As your business grows, your finances become more complicated. What used to be a simple spreadsheet can quickly turn into multiple accounts, invoices, expenses, taxes, and financial decisions that impact your bottom line. This leads many business owners to ask: Do I need to hire a bookkeeper – or […]

Accounting, Featured, Non-Profits, Quickbooks, Resources, Small Business, Uncategorized

November 11, 2025

Is It Time to Hire a Bookkeeper or an Accountant? Here’s How to Decide…