Why I Tell My Clients “I won’t touch your money.”
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Why I Tell My Clients “I won’t touch your money.”

Bookkeeper Arrested in Florida Charges were filed against a HOA bookkeeper who allegedly used her client’s funds to purchase bra’s and gynecologist visits, in addition to other items from Amazon. According to news story from WPLG, Local Channel 10, of Miami, Peggy Anne West is facing dozens of felony charges in the Florida Keys for…

Pennsylvania Business One-Stop Shop is Online

Pennsylvania Business One-Stop Shop is Online

The Pennsylvania State government has opened a one-stop business website for small businesses owners. The site offers links and information to state services, such as setting up tax accounts and registering to operate a business in the Commonwealth. The site also includes information about small business funding. The Pennsylvania Business One-Stop Shop is available here.

Customer Support Scam – Beware of Fake Pop-Up Message from QuickBooks
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Customer Support Scam – Beware of Fake Pop-Up Message from QuickBooks

Customer Support Scam ALERT! During a recent phone call from a frantic QuickBooks Desktop user, the problem was a pop-up message that advised her that there was an unexpected error when trying to access the company file. The message included a handy notice to call Intuit Support. Instead of reaching QuickBooks, you actually get to…

QuickBooks Announces Solopreneur – A New Subscription for Self Employed
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QuickBooks Announces Solopreneur – A New Subscription for Self Employed

Solopreneurs for the One Person Business QuickBooks has announced a new subscription for QuickBooks Online. It is called Solopreneur. “Solopreneur is designed to help one-person businesses quickly and easily simplify their business finances,” QuickBooks says. . The new subscription offers these features: Solopreneur Monthly Subscription Cost The QuickBooks Solopreneur Subscription is available at $20 per…

IRS Fines Pennsylvania Township $50,000 for Mishandling Employee Payroll
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IRS Fines Pennsylvania Township $50,000 for Mishandling Employee Payroll

The IRS has fined Allegheny Township, a Pennsylvania municipality near Pittsburgh. The IRS is not commenting on its enforcement action, but news reports suggest that the fines might be connected to the township not properly withholding taxes from employee paychecks. According to the TribLive, the township has acknowledged receipt of the fines, and audits are…

Don’t Ignore IRS LT38 Notice
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Don’t Ignore IRS LT38 Notice

The IRS has resumed sending LT38 collection letters again after the 2-year pandemic pause. If a small business gets one, this notice is not something to ignore or stuff away in a desk drawer. As of now, over 3.7 million US taxpayers are expected to receive the LT38. Automatically generated by the IRS Collection System,…

QuickBooks Launches “Business Differently”
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QuickBooks Launches “Business Differently”

Just before the holidays, Intuit announced the launch of a global QuickBooks brand platform called “Business Differently.” This platform is focused on reaching solopreneur small business owners. The marketing campaign features a TV spot with football star Saquon Barkley highlighting a solopreneur sports photographer. The campaign extends to social media, influencers and a new solopreneur content…

Starting a Business Offers More Personal Wealth than Buying a House

Starting a Business Offers More Personal Wealth than Buying a House

According to a recent survey of more than 4,500 U.S. adults, inflation and interest rates are the greatest threats to the ability to build personal wealth in 2024. A whopping 66% believe starting a business is a better path to building personal wealth than buying a house. The survey data was from the 2023 Intuit QuickBooks…

2024 IRS Tax Dates
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2024 IRS Tax Dates

Here are important dates for taxpayers to keep in mind in 2024: January 18: Final estimated tax payment for 2023 is due Late January: The IRS begins processing 2023 tax returns (probably around January 21). April 15: Filing deadline for 2023 taxes. The first estimated tax payment for tax year 2024 is due. June 17:…

Second New QuickBooks Certification Awarded to George Sheldon
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Second New QuickBooks Certification Awarded to George Sheldon

I’m happy to share that I’ve obtained a second new certification: Banking knowledge badge from Intuit! This certification is in Banking from QuickBooks Online, The certification authorizes me to display the knowledge badge as part of my credentials. I will be adding to my website home page, as well as the About Me page. This is the second certification I’ve…

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