Owning a business may mean that you are self-employed. But, the IRS has rules about which business owners are self-employed and which are not. Basically, all self-employed individuals are business owners, but not all business owners are self-employed. So, what are the types of self-employment? 5 types of self-employment Before we dive into the five […]
Demand Forecasting 101: How to Predict When Sales Will Spike
Without customer demand, there is no business. Although no one can predict exactly how high in demand a product or service will be, you can guesstimate it. How, you ask? With demand forecasting. Get the lowdown on types of demand forecasting, how to forecast demand for your business, and more. What is demand forecasting? Demand […]
Miscellaneous “Income” Is Now Miscellaneous “Information.” So, What Is It?
In business, it seems like you dole out money for anything and everything. Employee wages and inventory purchases are just some of the payments you might make. Sometimes, you may make payments that fall under the IRS’s miscellaneous category. And if you do, you must report them as miscellaneous information (formerly miscellaneous income). So, what […]
What Is Blockchain? All About the New Rage of the Digital Age
The world has drastically changed in the time since the invention of computers. With the rise of the internet, working from home, and digital currency, other technologies have come into play. One of those technologies is the blockchain. What is blockchain, and how can it impact your business? What is the blockchain? Computer databases are […]
How to Record a Cost of Goods Sold Journal Entry 101
As a business owner, you may know the definition of cost of goods sold (COGS). But do you know how to record a cost of goods sold journal entry in your books? Get the 411 on how to record a COGS journal entry in your books (including a few how-to examples!). What is COGS accounting? […]
Why Is Bookkeeping Important for Small Business?
Small business owners have a lot on their plates. That’s why it can be a little scary to realize that bookkeeping is yet another task you have to complete to keep your business running. After all, why can’t you skip it altogether and pass it on to an accountant? Well, there are a few reasons […]
Let’s Get Down to Brass Tacks. How Does Accounting Software Work?
The fact is, business owners should know a little about accounting. And yes, hiring an accounting professional is a tremendous help. But, what about the day-to-day cash flow of your business? What about invoicing, bill payments, data entry, and other accounting tasks? That’s where accounting software can help. So, how does accounting software work? How […]
Your Guide to GAAP: Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
When it comes to accounting, you must follow certain rules for recordkeeping or tax reporting. Otherwise, you may wind up making mistakes and costing your company money—and nobody wants that. Many businesses must follow a set of accounting guidelines called GAAP. But, what is GAAP exactly? And, how do you know if you have to […]
Improving Your Business Expense Management 101 [With 4 Tips]
At some point or another, an employee may need to use company funds to make a business-related purchase. When this happens, expense management comes into play. Learn all about small business expense management and how to streamline your process to ensure you reimburse employees in a timely manner. What is expense management? So, what is […]
Anti-money Laundering: How it Can Protect You and Your Business
The idea of money laundering can be scary to employers. Illegal transfers of funds can harm businesses, after all. So, be on guard and aware of different protections meant to prevent money laundering. One of those protections is anti-money laundering. What is anti-money laundering? Before discussing what anti-money laundering (AML) is, understand what is money […]