Automation is Amazing, Unless You're Automating a Mess
Let's be honest, automation sounds incredible. Bank feeds that import transactions automatically. Rules that categorize expenses without you lifting a finger. Invoices that send themselves. Reports that generate with one click. Who wouldn't want that? Here's the thing, though. Automation is only as good as the foundation it's built on. And if that foundation is a mess? Well, you're not saving time. You're just making mistakes faster. I see this all the time. A business owner gets excited about QuickBooks Online or Xero, sets up all the fancy automations, and then six months later, they're staring at reports that[...]
Why January Is the Best Time to Switch Bookkeeping Services: Start Your Year Off Right!
Let’s be honest: bookkeeping might not be your favorite job. But it fuels every smart decision you make. If your books feel messy, deadlines sneak up, or your current service isn’t delivering, here’s the good news: January is the easiest, most valuable time to switch. I know you’re weighing cost, hassle, and trust. That’s fair. I take those worries seriously, and I work to remove them. When you work with me at AKOR Services Bookkeeping, you get a start-of-year reset that adds real value: Save 10+ hours each month you can put back into growth. Reduce stress with consistent,[...]
How QuickBooks Online Empowers Small Business Owners to Get Paid Faster: No Office Trip Needed!
I know you're tired of rushing back to the office just to send an invoice. You've probably been there: finishing up a job, knowing the client is ready to pay, but you can't get them their paperwork until you're back at your desk. Meanwhile, that payment sits in limbo for another day, maybe two, while you handle the "office stuff." What if I told you those days are over? QuickBooks Online has completely changed the game for small business owners who work in the field. Whether you're a contractor, consultant, service provider, or any business owner who spends time[...]
Introducing Data & List Management: The New Way Small Businesses Keep Bookkeeping Clean and Organized
I know you're probably thinking, "Great, another service I didn't know I needed." But hear me out – I've been watching small business owners struggle with the same problem for years, and I think we've finally found a solution that actually makes sense. You know that feeling when you're trying to reconcile your books and realize your inventory spreadsheet doesn't match your purchasing records, which don't match your pricing list, which definitely don't match what's actually on your shelves? Or when you're preparing for tax season and discover you've been entering the same vendor information three different ways across[...]
Cloud-Based Accounting Vs Desktop Software: Why Small Businesses Win With the Cloud
I know you're wrestling with a big decision right now. Should you stick with that familiar desktop accounting software, or make the leap to cloud-based accounting? I get it: change feels scary, especially when it involves your business's financial data. Let me share something with you: after working with many small business owners, I've seen firsthand how the right accounting software can transform how you manage your finances. And honestly? The cloud wins every time for small businesses. Why This Decision Matters More Than You Think Your accounting software isn't just where you enter numbers. It's the foundation of[...]
Year-End Bookkeeping Checklist for Small Businesses: What to Gather and Record Before Closing Out 2025
I know you're probably feeling a bit overwhelmed right now. Here we are on December 31st, and you're thinking about all the financial records you need to gather before closing out 2025. Trust me, I've been helping small business owners through this process for years, and I understand that year-end bookkeeping can feel like climbing a mountain. But here's the thing – when you break it down into manageable steps, it becomes much less intimidating. We can work through this together, and by the time you're done, you'll have a crystal-clear picture of your business's financial health heading into[...]
Let's be honest, automation sounds incredible. Bank feeds that import transactions automatically. Rules that categorize expenses[...]
Let’s be honest: bookkeeping might not be your favorite job. But it fuels every smart decision[...]
I know you're tired of rushing back to the office just to send an invoice. You've[...]
I know you're probably thinking, "Great, another service I didn't know I needed." But hear me[...]
I know you're wrestling with a big decision right now. Should you stick with that familiar[...]
I know you're probably feeling a bit overwhelmed right now. Here we are on December 31st,[...]
