What's it like working with a monthly accounting firm?
It’s a big step moving from an annual accountant to a monthly accounting firm. In fact, it’s such a big step that some businesses put it off because...
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How much does monthly accounting cost for small businesses?
When you own a small business, you’re hands-on – but your time is limited. Even if you wanted to control every aspect of your business, it’s just not...
Too big or not big enough? When to hire in-house accounting help
As a small business owner, you probably already do quite a bit of accounting, and you know how hard that work can be. When it starts to become a...
Why some of our team is overseas
The world is shrinking, especially when it comes to business. These days it's not uncommon to have branches of your company exist outside the US....
Hiring a CPA vs QuickBooks Live Bookkeeping: Which is right for you?
QuickBooks can be a vital tool for small business owners, office managers, or anyone who needs to log financials and back-office tasks. It’s so...
Can’t get ahold of your accountant? Why communication is SO important for a CPA
Valentine’s Day often puts February’s focus squarely on your relationships. And while all the talk this month is about ROMANTIC relationships, here’s...
What's the difference between a monthly accountant and an annual accountant?
This time of year, everyone needs an accountant, but what’s the actual difference between utilizing a monthly accountant VS an annual accountant?...
The 3 BIG reasons people fire their accountant
No one wants to fire their accountant. Or, maybe more accurately, it takes an awful lot to fire your accountant. Why? Well, a few reasons. It’s a...
Who isn't a good fit to work with Kaizen?
Some CPA firms take everyone, and we mean everyone. That’s never worked for us. We’re looking for a specific type of client. We know what you’re...
Need advice? Why an accountant might be the best advisor you aren’t using (yet)
Running a small business is hard. While some decisions might be easy, there are so many times when it feels like just a little bit of advice from...
What we do together in the first 90 days
Typically, when you have a new accountant, they employ the SALY (Same As Last Year) method. Meaning, they look at what was done in the past and try...
5 ways to stay safe after a winter car accident
The days are short. The air is cold. And the roads are often slick with rain, snow, or ice. It’s winter driving season in the Midwest. And, while...