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J.L. Money MattersWhy It’s Time for You to Hire a Bookkeeper
Are you drowning in your own receipts and get stressed out every time your accountant asks you a question? Are you behind on your books and struggling to even guess what the state of your business is? You need a bookkeeper! Let’s take a look at some of the benefits of...
QBO Helpful Tips
Last week I had the opportunity to do a Quickbooks Overview Presentation at the NH Chamber of Commerce networking event. I ran out of time and didn't get to share a few helpful hints. I made this video for them, and thought others may find it helpful. As always, call...
Helpful 1099 Information
Let’s talk 1099s! This can get a bit confusing with all of the different types of 1099s and exceptions, so we broke it down for you! This is a good time to review who you may need to issue a 1099 to and confirm you have a W9 form on file from those contractors. The...
Rethinking Your Budget Due To Inflation
With the average price of gas now over $5.00 per gallon in Ohio currently among other rising costs, it might be time to start rethinking your budget. Here are a few tips that might help. Are you able to work remotely or meet clients virtually over a zoom call? This...
Spring Cleaning Your Finances
Spring has sprung and while many get ready for the warmer weather by cleaning and organizing their homes or garages, why not take the time to spring clean your finances as well?! Here are a few tips to help you get started. Review Your Credit Report: It’s important...
10 Things You Didn’t Know Were Tax Deductible for Your Small Business
Tax Day is right around the corner! Make sure you don’t miss out on any last minute tax deductions by checking out our list of things you might not have even known you could write-off! Advertising/Marketing Costs: Yes, you read that right! Advertising and Marketing...
What is the difference between an accountant and a bookkeeper?
Many people are confused by these terms. Business owners may wonder if they need one or the other or both. To put it simply, a bookkeeper does the day-to-day tasks and the accountant does yearly (sometimes more often) tasks- the overall picture. What are day-to-day...
Year End Checklist
Three Steps to Get Ahead of the Bookkeeping Game!
We are done with the third quarter. With all the craziness going on this year, have you gotten behind on your bookkeeping?Now is the perfect time to catch up and get organized to save yourself the hassle when the year ends. Here are three steps you can take to catch...
Don’t Forget About the Pets!
When planning your monthly budget, don’t forget about your pet! Food, toys, petsitter/walker/daycare and vet bills are expenses you should allocate funds for each month. There are many ways to save in these areas as well. A few websites that offer discounted products...