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What’s new with the 1099-K?
You’ve probably seen it by now if you have any type of business and receive electronic payments from your customers–credit cards, Venmo,...
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Posts cover a variety of topics including bookkeeping, tax information, and even some professional lifestyle pieces. You can select from the menu below if you're searching for a particular subject. These posts are not intended to replace the counsel of a professional as every situation is unique.
Kevin Clark, CPA
- Sep 1
- 3 min
Keep your receipts – for how long?
It’s a very popular question: how long should a business keep their receipts/records and what constitutes good support? It’s also a...
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Kevin Clark, CPA
- Aug 15
- 2 min
Roth Rollovers - are there downsides?
Timing can be everything when you’re deciding whether to roll-over your Roth. As a reminder - the reason why Roths are...
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Heather Foley
- Aug 1
- 4 min
How to save money during back-to-school
It’s back to school time! This can be one of the most stressful times of year for parents, students, and teachers. The costs of supplies...
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Heather Foley
- Jul 15
- 3 min
How to market your small business on a budget
Small business owners can sometimes be too frugal with their marketing budget and sometimes they may go the complete opposite direction...
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Heather Foley
- Jul 1
- 3 min
How to still have fun on a budget
We are told to scrimp and save by financial gurus, shamed for buying a coffee by advisors, and still expected to not feel like we’re...
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Kevin Clark, CPA
- Jun 15
- 2 min
Am I blessed or taxed when I’m given a gift?
It’s great to receive, I don’t care what they say. It’s good to give as well, but that’s a topic for another day. The question I get a...
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Kevin Clark, CPA
- Jun 1
- 3 min
Income tax quarterly estimates – yes or no, and how?
As a self-employed tax payer, and as an accountant and advisor to many small business owners, I am well acquainted with the shock and...
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Kevin Clark, CPA
- May 15
- 2 min
What are these “accrual basis” reports that people request for my business?
Accrual basis accounting is a way of recording financial transactions that focuses on when the transactions occur, rather than when the...
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Heather Foley
- May 1
- 2 min
What are startup costs?
Co-written by: Kevin Clark Starting a new business can seem overwhelming and the startup costs can be intimidating. What are the startup...
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Heather Foley
- Apr 15
- 2 min
Is this REALLY the IRS?
Co-written by Kevin Clark Everyday people get phishing or scam phone calls from someone impersonating an IRS official, but it may get...
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Heather Foley
- Apr 1
- 2 min
Can a good accountant really help my business?
Co-written by Kevin Clark, CPA Cutting costs in your business can seem daunting, but it can also be an amazing opportunity to improve and...
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Heather Foley
- Mar 15
- 2 min
How should I deal with customer complaints as a small business owner?
You can’t make everyone happy and that’s okay. You can treat everyone respectfully and do your best as a business owner to repair...
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Heather Foley
- Mar 1
- 2 min
How can I keep my employees motivated?
Does it ever seem like your employees are just going through the motions each day? This can really put a drain on the entire atmosphere,...
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Heather Foley
- Feb 15
- 2 min
Why do I need a website for my small business?
When you’ve already got a great product or service that you’ve poured your heart and soul into, it may be hard to switch gears to focus...
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Kevin Clark, CPA
- Feb 1
- 3 min
Is your “Contractor” really independent?
“Just skip the payroll taxes and expenses, pay your worker’s straight pay and send them a 1099!” I’ve even heard other accountants say...
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Kevin Clark, CPA
- Jan 16
- 3 min
Is this REALLY a tax-deductible business expense?
Do you ever get the feeling that common sense just isn’t very common after all? If you think the tax code is logical and reasonable, you...
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Kevin Clark, CPA
- Jan 1
- 2 min
Booking the bonus
It’s that time of the year, when all the good businesses and bosses are wishing their employees a happy holiday season and, hopefully,...
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Heather Foley
- Dec 15, 2022
- 3 min
5 holiday season survival tips for business owners
Co-written by Kevin Clark When the year is coming to an end and it's the holiday season, the lights are going up, the shopping and...
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Kevin Clark, CPA
- Dec 1, 2022
- 2 min
Can I work and still receive all of my Social Security benefit?
Would you like the short answer first? YES! Here’s the “BUT”: Your benefits could be reduced if your total income for the year exceeds...
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