Mid-January Stress: Are You in 'The Scramble' for W-9s and 1099s?
If you're reading this right now, there's a good chance you've got a pit in your stomach. Maybe you just realized you don't have W-9s on file for half your contractors. Maybe you're staring at a pile of receipts and bank statements wondering where to even begin. Or maybe you just Googled "1099 deadline 2026" and felt your heart skip a beat. Take a breath. You're not alone, and you're definitely not the first business owner to find yourself in what I affectionately call The Scramble. What Exactly Is "The Scramble"? The Scramble is that frantic two-week period in[...]
Your Essential Year-End Accounting Checklist (And Why a Monthly Bookkeeper + CPA Combo Makes It Effortless)
I know you're probably feeling that familiar knot in your stomach as December winds down. Year-end accounting can feel overwhelming, especially when you're juggling everything else that comes with running a business. But here's the thing – it doesn't have to be a nightmare. When you work with a monthly bookkeeper who partners seamlessly with your CPA, year-end becomes just another smooth transition instead of a frantic scramble. Let me walk you through exactly what needs to happen during year-end closing, and show you how we can make this process effortless for you. The Essential Year-End Accounting Checklist Bank[...]
If you're reading this right now, there's a good chance you've got a pit in your[...]
I know you're probably feeling that familiar knot in your stomach as December winds down. Year-end[...]
