Before you can begin looking into your business’s profit, you need to understand and know how to calculate cost of goods sold (COGS). So, where do you begin? Start here by learning all about COGS, including the cost of goods sold formula and what you can use it for.
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Michele Bossart
What Should Your Employee Payroll Records Include?
As a business owner, part of the job is managing a lot of different records. From tax records to accounting records, it can be quite a bit to keep up with. And when you hire employees and become an employer, it adds employee payroll records into the mix. Read on to learn all about payroll […]
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COBRA Health Insurance—Do You Need to Offer It?
As your business grows, so do your responsibilities as a business owner. Once you have 20 full-time equivalent employees and offer health insurance, you need to know about COBRA. What is COBRA? Do you have to offer it? Read on to get answers to these questions and more.
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Do I Need an Accountant for My Business? Get Your Answer Here
As a business owner, you’re used to wearing a million hats and doing things yourself. But sometimes, you need a helping hand. Some tasks, like accounting, can be time-consuming and downright stressful— especially if you’re not an expert. If you’re struggling to manage your own books, hiring an accountant may be a good fit for […]
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Patriot Expands Advertising to National TV and Streaming Platforms
Patriot Software, a leading online accounting software and payroll provider, continues to expand its brand reach by launching a new advertising campaign on national television and streaming platforms. Patriot Software, also known as “PATRIOT,” has disrupted the traditional accounting and payroll industries by streamlining accounting and payroll software for American business owners and their accountants […]
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Your Step-by-step Guide on How to Apply for EIN—aka Employer Identification Number
If you want to buy a car or house, open a bank account, or get a job, you need a Social Security number. An Employer Identification Number (EIN) is like that—but for your business. Many businesses need an EIN to operate. And if your business is one of them, you must know how to apply […]
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How to Calculate Local Income Tax: Guide for Employers
As an employer, you’re responsible for withholding certain taxes from employees’ wages. One of the taxes you may need to withhold is local income tax. Read on to get the scoop on this tax, and learn how to calculate local income tax.
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What Is a Private Letter Ruling from the IRS?
Do you have questions about your tax situation that nobody can seem to answer? If so, you may need a private letter ruling from the IRS. What exactly is it, and how do you get it?
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What Is an IPO? The Process of Going Public
If your business is private, at some point or another you may consider going public. When you go public, you go through an IPO process. So, what is an IPO? Read on to learn the ins and outs of an IPO, what the process entails, and the pros and cons of going public.
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What are the Pros and Cons of Incorporating a Business?
At some point or another, you may decide to incorporate your company. Like many things in business, incorporation has its advantages and disadvantages. Read on to learn the pros and cons of incorporating a business to determine if it’s a good fit for your company.
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