Business Accounting
Keeping your books in order is key to running a successful business. Learn how to do it right with tips on managing debt, tax obligations, and more.
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Gross vs. Net Income: What Is the Difference?
Are you a new small business owner looking to understand your tax return a little more? How are gross and net income related? Here are the definitions of various types of income and how they related to your small business' taxes.
· 4 min read
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Do I Need a Profit and Loss Statement if I'm Self-Employed?
Are you a self-employed individual who's not that concerned about financial statements? There is one financial statement you'll definitely need for federal and state tax purposes: the profit and loss statement the IRS requires from sole proprietors.
· 3 min read
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What Is Gross Profit?
Gross profit is a key profitability figure for a small business. It's calculated by subtracting cost of goods sold from sales revenue. Here's how you can use gross profit, and the gross profit margin, to measure your business' production efficiency.
· 3 min read
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What Is Cost of Goods Sold and How to Calculate It
Your cost of goods sold (COGS) consists of all the direct costs associated with producing your goods or services. Calculating costs of goods sold helps you determine the true cost of the merchandise or services you sell.
· 4 min read
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Venmo for Business
If you're considering using Venmo for your business' online payments, read this first.
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How to Pay Quarterly Taxes
Paying taxes four times a year sounds onerous, but it actually eases the burden of year-end taxes. Plus, the penalties for not paying quarterly taxes on time should convince you to get it right.
· 4 min read
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What Is FICA Tax? Understanding FICA for Small Business
Hiring your first employee? The FICA tax is one of several payroll taxes employers need to withhold and pay to the IRS.
· 4 min read
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Small Business Filing Requirement for Employee Healthcare: Form 1095-B
This form isn't required for all small businesses—just those that self-fund employee health coverage.
· 3 min read
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How to Reconcile Your Bank Statements
What is the best way to catch fraudulent or erroneous bank transactions? Proper bank statement reconciliations. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you reconcile your balance sheet cash account to your bank statement.
· 5 min read
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Does Your Business Owe Back Taxes? What to Do if You Cannot Pay Your Tax Liability
Resolving back taxes with the IRS is one of the best things you can do for your business ... and your stress levels.
· 4 min read
