Part of being a business owner is dealing with all kinds of expenses. One of the expenses you incur and manage are general and administrative (G&A) expenses. Never heard of G&A expenses? Need a brief refresher? Here’s the rundown on what is G&A and how it works in your business.
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One Isn’t Always the Loneliest Number. What Is a Disregarded Entity?
There are plenty of things to do before you open your new business. One of the most important tasks is choosing a small business structure. If your business is a single-member limited liability company (LLC), you may have heard the term disregarded entity. If you haven’t, don’t worry! A disregarded entity isn’t bad news. So, […]
Read More One Isn’t Always the Loneliest Number. What Is a Disregarded Entity?How to Use a Discount Pricing Strategy in Your Business
After weeks of back and forth, you finally break down and are ready to buy that new plasma screen TV. But before you take the plunge, do you look for discount pricing to score the best deal? If you do, you’re like 74% of Americans who say special offers are a top factor when deciding […]
Read More How to Use a Discount Pricing Strategy in Your BusinessFollowing the Money: What Is Cash Flow?
As a small business owner, there’s no better way to understand the health of your business than through your cash flow. But, what is cash flow? Cash flow is the money that moves in and out of your business. Your cash flow either keeps your business afloat or can cause it to sink. Read on […]
Read More Following the Money: What Is Cash Flow?Hiring a Contractor: Build it and They Will Come
As a small business owner, it’s your responsibility to know who’s the best person to hire for a job. Sometimes that means adding an employee to your roster. Other times, it means hiring a contractor. Hiring a contractor can help fill temporary or project-oriented positions. Read on to get the scoop on hiring independent contractors […]
Read More Hiring a Contractor: Build it and They Will ComeThe Ultimate Guide to Agricultural Accounting: Mastering Your Farm’s Finances
Like any business, you need up-to-date accounting records if you run a farm, ranch, or related operation. But, some aspects of agricultural accounting—like livestock and land—are specific to farming businesses.
Read More The Ultimate Guide to Agricultural Accounting: Mastering Your Farm’s FinancesSales Tax Accounting Basics [+ Journal Entry for Sales Tax Examples]
When you sell goods to customers, you likely collect and remit sales tax to the government. And when you purchase products, you typically pay sales tax. But, how do you record these tax collections and payments in your accounting books? Sales tax accounting.
Read More Sales Tax Accounting Basics [+ Journal Entry for Sales Tax Examples]How to Conduct an Audit in Your Small Business
A nerve-wracking visit from the IRS isn’t the only type of audit out there. There are several audits you can—and should—conduct regularly. And to do that, you need to know how to conduct an audit.
Read More How to Conduct an Audit in Your Small BusinessThe Matching Principle in Accounting: How a Debit and Credit Fall in Love
If you’ve ever sent an invoice to someone who planned to pay later, you’re probably using accrual accounting. It can be hard to keep track of finances when you’ve accrued payables and liabilities. But, using the matching principle can help you stay organized. The matching principle in accounting states that you must report expenses in […]
Read More The Matching Principle in Accounting: How a Debit and Credit Fall in LoveHow to Improve Financial Reporting Processes: 6 Tips
Let’s face it: Your finances play a major role in your business’s success. You need to have accurate reporting to know where your business stands financially. Otherwise, you could end up overspending and running your business into the ground. To keep your small business finances in shipshape, learn how to improve financial reporting processes.
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