Getting Ready for Tax Season: What Your Accountant Needs From You Tax season feels stressful for many business owners, but most of that stress comes from feeling unprepared. The good news is that preparing for taxes does not have to be overwhelming. When your information is organized and your books are accurate, tax season becomes […]

Most business owners look at their numbers when something feels wrong. Cash is tight. Expenses look high. Tax season is approaching. But profitable, stable businesses do something different. They look at their numbers consistently, not reactively. Monthly financial check-ins are one of the simplest habits that separate stressed business owners from confident ones. Why Waiting […]

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 […]

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, […]

Why January Sets the Tone for the Entire Year January is more than just a fresh calendar page. It is the foundation for your entire financial year. Starting the year with clean, accurate books gives you clarity. You know where your business stands, what it can afford, and what needs attention. When bookkeeping is organized […]

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 […]

A: Yes, here’s how.** Whether you are driving to client meetings, visiting job sites, running to the bank, or picking up supplies, those miles add up quickly. And the good news is that many of them are deductible as long as they meet IRS rules and you track them properly. Let’s break it down in […]

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 […]

The Stress of Unexpected IRS Bills & Penalties There’s nothing worse than filing your taxes and discovering you owe far more than expected. For many business owners, unexpected IRS bills, penalties, and interest come from not reviewing their finances often enough. The solution isn’t to work harder during tax season, it’s to stay ahead of […]

Avoid costly bookkeeping mistakes that drain your profits. Learn how to fix small business accounting errors and avoid bookkeeping problems with expert guidance from AEM Accounting LLC. Why Bookkeeping Mistakes Are More Expensive Than They Seem Many business owners underestimate how much bookkeeping mistakes can cost. A missed expense or an unrecorded payment might seem […]