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Monday, October 12th, 2009Cash Flow Strategies for Small Business
Tuesday, September 15th, 2009Here’s an informative article that outlines cash flow strategies for small business.
By Kathleen Orlando, CPA
Posted by AccountingWEB in CFO on 09/10/2009
Small business is built on personal relationships with our customers and the competition is fierce for almost any product or service. These tough economic times have been particularly hard for many small businesses and many of my best clients have seen their cash flow come down to a trickle. Here are a few strategies to use to keep on top of your cash flow. You don’t want your clients’ cash flow problems to result in your cash flow problems.
Read the whole article here: Cash Flow Strategies for Small Business
Sunday, September 6th, 2009
We Train U-2 Online Training for Entrepreneurs on Facebook
LOCAL SAN JOSE ENTREUPENEUR ONE OF EIGHT TO WIN CONTEST!
Thursday, July 30th, 2009Tammy Foley, owner of We Train U-2™, wins the opportunity to “pitch her business” to over 3,000 people at conference
Wednesday, July 29, 2009: After submitting an essay of 400 words or less explaining her business concept and how she does it, Tammy Foley was one of eight entrepreneurs selected out of thousands to “pitch her business” to an audience of over 3,000 at the eWomen Network™ 9th Annual International Conference and Business Expo next month. The conference draws entrepreneurs from all over the world.
“This is an exciting opportunity because my clients are entrepreneurs”, said Tammy Foley, President of San Jose’s We Train U-2™. “I understand their needs, as I have owned my own business for 26 years. In these tough economic times, small business owners have the weight of the world on their shoulders. With the Obama administration focusing on small business as the key to better economic health, more and more entrepreneurs are emerging without the knowledge of accounting, taxes or payroll.”
We Train U-2™ provides online QuickBooks® training for business owners that want control over their small business finances. In the comfort of their own home, the business owner can learn how to set up QuickBooks® and enter their own business receipts. By teaching the basic modules that every owner needs to know, there is no wasted time in learning software that doesn’t apply.
“What sets Tammy apart from the rest is she offers an easy-to-learn online method and 24/7 support” said Pam Bruins, one of the company’s Certified QuickBooks® Pro Advisors. “These are not pre-scheduled courses. These are courses taken at the business owner’s convenience with a “Call Me” button that immediately connects you by phone to a Certified QuickBooks® Pro Advisor if you have a question, whether it’s midnight in New York or 3:00 AM in California. I think this unique concept and unheard of customer support is why Tammy and We Train U-2™ were selected to present at the conference.”
We Train U-2™ provides simple solutions to complicated accounting problems through training, consulting and excellent customer service, 24 hours a day 7 days a week! Please visit www.WeTrainU2.com if you’d like more information, or contact Tammy Foley at (408) 287-4637 or via email at tammy@wetrainu2.com.
Hiring a Tax Person
Monday, June 29th, 2009|
Admit it – there’s no escape. You can choose wisely to begin the process of doing your taxes. Another day of procrastination is not going to benefit you or ultimately change the outcome.
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| 1. What type of firm are they? What staff is available to you? Will there be a CPA, staff accountant, or support staff doing much of your work? What expertise is available to you such as audits, tax advice, computer specialists, do they handle complicated issues such as multiple states’ tax returns, and do they offer payroll help?
2. What experience do they have? Do they have the skills you need in an accountant? Give the accountant a brief overview of where you see your business going in the next 5 years and see what suggestions he or she would make to help you meet your business goals. 3. Do they have experience in the type of industry you are in? Do they currently or have they recently worked with clients with similar businesses? Are they up-to-date on special regulations needed to be successful in your type of business? 4. Are they properly licensed? Different industries demand that accountants have special qualifications to be able to file necessary reports. Do they have or are they working on getting these credentials? 5. What computer software are they familiar with? Are they using or do they have other clients using the same software you have in place? Do they support that software or will they encourage you to change types of software? 6. How do they bill? This is a much different question than how much do they charge, you need to know if they bill a flat fee or do they bill by the hour. 7. Will they be coming to your business to work on your financials or do they expect you to bring everything to their office? Can you email files to them or fax information as needed? 8. How timely are they? Can you expect your quarterly reports in two weeks after the end of quarter or by the end of the next month? Will you be receiving monthly reports and how soon after month end can you expect them? 9. How technical savvy are they? Are they proficient on the computer, and the internet? Are their skills current or are they using old technology that is outdated? 10. Are they currently involved in any pending lawsuits? This can be tricky, but it can be important to know if they are being sued over an allegedly bad audit, improper audit procedures, or fraudulent practices. To find out more information on how to relieve some of your burden with these 15 tips, click on: We have resources to help you out with this unwanted task. We can help you find the perfect tax preparer for your needs. Contact us today. |
Lowering Property Taxes
Wednesday, June 24th, 2009House Value lower than the Market Value?
“If you think your property is being taxed on a value that is higher than its current market value, submit a Prop 8 temporary relief form or contact the Assessor’s Office, and ask for a review form. Assessment Review Requests should be submitted to the Assessor’s Office no later than August 15, of the current assessment year. After August 15, taxpayers are advised to file an assessment appeal with the Clerk of the Board…” click here for the rest of the article
Click here for the “How To” information from the Assessor’s Office.
I hope this helps you during this economical difficult time.
Tammy
Avoid Identity Theft and Fraud
Tuesday, June 23rd, 20091. The next time you order checks have only your initials (instead of first name) and last name put on them. If someone takes your checkbook, they will not know if you sign your checks with just your initials or your first name, but your bank will know how you sign your checks.
2. Do not sign the back of your credit cards. Instead, put “PHOTO ID REQUIRED.”
3. When you are writing checks to pay on your credit card accounts, DO NOT put the complete account number on the “For” line. Instead, just put the last four numbers. The credit card company knows the rest of the number, and anyone who might be handling your check as it passes through all the check-processing channels will not have access to it.
4. Do not put phone numbers on your checks. If you have a PO Box, use that instead of your home address. If you do not have a PO Box, use your work address. Never have your SS# printed on your checks.
5. Place the contents of your wallet on a photocopy machine. Do both sides of each license, credit card, etc. You will know what you had in your wallet and all of the account numbers and phone numbers to call and cancel. Keep the photocopy in a safe place. Also carry a photocopy of your passport when traveling either here or abroad. We have all heard horror stories about fraud that is committed on us in stealing a name, address, Social Security number, credit cards.
6. When you check out of a hotel that uses cards for keys (and they all seem to do that now), do not turn the “keys” in. Take them with you and destroy them by placing a magnet on them. This will erase any assocation with you as the holder of the key. Those little cards have all of the information you gave the hotel, including address and credit card numbers and expiration dates. Someone with a card reader, or employee of the hotel, can access all that information with no problem whatsoever.
Here is some critical information to limit the damage in case this happens to you or someone you know:
1. We have been told we should cancel our credit cards immediately. The key is having the toll free numbers and your card numbers handy so you know whom to call. Keeep those where you can find them.
2. File a police report immediately in the jurisdiction where your credit cards, etc., were stolen. This proves to credit providers you were diligent, and this is a first step toward an investigation (if there ever is one). However, here is what is perhaps most important of all
3. Call the three national credit reporting organizations immediately to place a fraud alert on your name and Social Security number. The alert means any company that checks your credit knows your information was stolen, and they have to contact you by phone to authorize new credit.
Here are the numbers to contact about your wallet and contents being stolen:
1.) Equifax: 1-800-525-6285
2.) Experian (formerly TRW): 1-888-397-3742
3.) TransUnion: 1-800-680-7289
4.) Social Security Administration (fraud line): 1-800-269-0271
5.) Police Department (obtain local number of where item was stolen).
For more information:
http://www.scambusters.org/creditcardfraudprevention.html
