How Do You Track Jobs in QuickBooks? Part 2 In this second of a two-part series, we’ll explore how you use the job-related records you’ve created. Last month, we showed you how to start building a foundation for tracking jobs in QuickBooks. We explained that you can use the software’s jobs tools to track income [...]
Many people start the year intending to get out of debt, yet end the year owing just as much, if not more. One approach that might yield success is called “throwing snowballs.” Under this method, you organize your debts from the lowest balance to the highest balance and begin paying off the debt on top [...]
Contrary to popular belief, there’s nothing in the U.S. Constitution or federal law that prohibits multiple states from collecting tax on the same income. Although many states provide tax credits to prevent double taxation, those credits are sometimes unavailable. If you maintain residences in more than one state, here are some points to keep in [...]
How Do You Track Jobs in QuickBooks? Part 1 If your business divides some of its work into specific jobs and you’re not tracking them individually, you’re missing out on valuable insight. Job-costing is not just for contractors. That’s probably the most common understanding of this concept in QuickBooks, but you can also use the [...]
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) made many changes to tax breaks for individuals. Let’s look at some specific areas to review as you lay the groundwork for filing your 2018 return. PERSONAL EXEMPTIONS For 2018, through 2025, the TCJA suspends personal exemptions. This will substantially increase taxable income for large families. However, enhancements [...]
Inventory is expensive, so it needs to be as lean as possible. Here are some ways to trim the fat from your inventory without compromising revenue and customer service. OBJECTIVE INVENTORY COUNTS Effective inventory management starts with a physical inventory count. Accuracy is essential to knowing your cost of goods sole - and to identifying [...]