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Why can’t my profitable business pay its bills?

If your profitable business has trouble making ends meet, it’s not alone. Many business owners mistakenly equate profits with cash

Is QuickBooks right for your nonprofit?

Not-for-profit organizations exist to achieve nonfinancial or philanthropic goals, not to make money or build value for investors. But they

How to leverage AI in your accounting department

Many people speculate that artificial intelligence (AI) will replace humans for certain work-related tasks in the future. But accounting and

Keeping careful business records for meal and vehicle expenses can safeguard your tax deductions. Here are some DOs and DON’Ts.

Keep these DOs and DON’Ts in mind when deducting business meal and vehicle expenses

If you’re claiming deductions for business meals or auto expenses, expect the IRS to closely review them. In some cases,

Overview of discontinued operations reporting

Traditional business models in many sectors have been disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, geopolitical uncertainty, rising costs, and falling consumer

4 tax challenges you may encounter if you retire soon

Are you getting ready to retire? If so, you’ll soon experience changes in your lifestyle and income sources that may

Achieving the right balance of working capital

Working capital — the funds your company has tied up in accounts receivable, accounts payable, and inventory — is a

Cybersecurity: as much about technology as it is about training and awareness

Cybersecurity is essential in the workplace because it helps to protect the company's data, networks, and systems from unauthorized access,

How to use QuickBooks as a fraud detection tool

Many businesses and nonprofits use QuickBooks® as a cost-effective solution to manage their accounting processes. However, the software’s capabilities extend