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Cash Flow Forecasting for Franchise and QSR Owners Before Q4 Ends
Daily deposits can hide a tight cash position. Here's what franchise and QSR owners should build into a Q4 cash flow forecast before the quarter closes.
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How to Choose a Virtual CPA Firm for Your Growing Business
Working with an accountant no longer means driving to an office once a year. Here's what to look for in a virtual CPA partner — and the questions worth asking before you commit.
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The Home Office Deduction, Explained (Without the Audit Anxiety)
The home office deduction is one of the most misunderstood — and most avoided — write-offs for the self-employed. Used correctly, it's completely legitimate.
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Cloud Accounting: Why Your Numbers Belong in Xero or QuickBooks
Shoeboxes of receipts and year-old spreadsheets can't tell you how your business is doing today. Cloud accounting gives you accurate, real-time numbers you can actually act on.
Read article7 Year-End Tax Moves Smart Business Owners Make Before December 31
The window to lower this year's tax bill closes on December 31 — not April 15. A few deliberate moves in the fourth quarter can save you real money.
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Quarterly Estimated Taxes: A Plain-English Guide for Business Owners
If you're self-employed or run a business, the IRS expects you to pay tax as you earn it. Miss a quarterly payment and you could owe penalties — even if you pay in full by April.
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S-Corp vs. LLC: Which Structure Actually Saves You Money?
The S-Corp election can save a profitable business thousands in self-employment tax — but only above a certain income, and only if you run payroll correctly.
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