What Exactly is Qualified Business Income and Why Does it Matter?
When you're trying to get your business operational, funding can be a big part of what makes or breaks your business plan. However, government incentive programs, such as the Tax Cuts & Jobs Act (TCJA), can include a wide range of confusing terminology that makes it difficult to determine whether your business qualifies for the program you're considering. One term that often confuses business owners, especially in the TCJA, is Qualified Business Income, which applies to the p
A Brief Review of Popular Accounting Software Packages
Every business has to deal with accounting, but the accounting packages that you choose to use for your business is entirely a matter of preference. Some businesses prefer options similar to QuickBooks because of its easy connectivity to other systems, while others prefer dedicated accounting software that really focuses on the specifics of the accounting arts. Here's a quick look at some of the most popular accounting software available to help you decide which option is bes
Is Cloud-Based Software a Good Option for Your Business?
The push for digitization in our society falls upon a number of precepts: inexpensive supercomputing (think that smartphone in your pocket), the Internet of Things (Hello Alexa!), prevalent connectivity (how's your data plan?), analytics (why you get those disturbingly accurate ads) and cloud computing, which you probably use as well. But is it a good idea for your company's software needs? Here's a look at your options. Let's start by taking a look at the advantages of cloud
How to Track Business Information with Evernote
I've got to admit, I've got a dirty little secret. I'm falling in love again. But my husband doesn't mind, because it's with Evernote, the app that makes organizing and tracking your business information much easier. In this post, we're going to take a quick look at how this app works, how you can use it to keep track of all of your business information and some handy tips for using it effectively. Evernote allows you to freely track a wide range of documents. It can be insta
More Than Simple Customer Service: The AccountRely Difference
If you've been following our blog for a while, you've probably heard us refer to the AccountRely difference on a regular basis. But what exactly is the difference that you'll find when you go with our business as compared to any number of other companies that are out there providing accounting and business consulting and staffing services? Here's a quick look at what makes AccountRely stand out from the crowd by offering premier business services, accurate accounting options
Data Security: How to Protect and Recover Your Data in an Emergency
With today's connected society, data security is more vital than ever. But how do you protect your company's data and what should you do if you suffer a data loss? Here's a quick look at some great tips to help you keep your data secure and recover from a loss. Keep systems updated. Most updates on software and apps today have to do with security from malware, viruses and ransomware, so it's very important to update as soon as possible when a new update is released. At a mini
Tornado Season Ahead: Do You Have a Business Disaster Plan?
Living and working in the Midwest means there's a strong chance your life will be impacted at some point in your life. However, we also have the potential for flooding, ice storms, fire, earthquakes, civil unrest and any number of other disasters that can impact your business operations. Do you have a plan in place to cope with and recover from disasters for your business? If you don't, you could be one of the 40% of businesses that fail to reopen following a disaster. Here's
