Bookkeeping• 3 min read
Cash Flow Basics: Why Profit and Cash Are Different
A profitable business can still run out of cash. Here is why it happens and how a simple forecast helps you see it coming.
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Practical guides on bookkeeping, accounting and tax topics for US small businesses.
Bookkeeping• 3 min read
Managing Accounts Receivable: Getting Paid on Time
Unpaid invoices are one of the most common cash problems in small businesses. Here is a simple routine for getting paid on time.
Tax• 3 min read
Choosing a Business Structure: Tax Considerations for Owners
Your business structure shapes which returns you file and how profits are taxed. Here is a plain-English overview.
Tax• 3 min read
Estimated Tax Payments: How They Work for Self-Employed Owners
If no one withholds tax from your income, you may need to pay it during the year. Here is how estimated taxes work.
Payroll• 3 min read
Employment Taxes Explained for New Employers
Hiring your first employee means taking on payroll tax responsibilities. Here is an overview of what is involved.
Payroll• 3 min read
Employee or Independent Contractor? How Worker Classification Works
Classifying a worker correctly affects withholding, payroll taxes and information returns. Here is how the IRS frames the question.
Bookkeeping• 4 min read
Monthly Bank Reconciliation: A Step-by-Step Guide for Small Businesses
Reconciliation is the habit that keeps your books trustworthy. Here is a repeatable monthly process you can follow.
Bookkeeping• 4 min read
How Long Should You Keep Business Records?
The answer depends on the record and the situation. Here is how the IRS retention periods work and a simple policy you can apply.
Bookkeeping• 4 min read
What Business Records Should a Small Business Keep?
Good records make tax time, loan applications and decisions easier. Here is what to keep and how to organize it, based on IRS guidance.