Colvin CPA uses Xero accounting software exclusively. That’s right, exclusively. The only reason we ever open any other accounting software is to convert a client’s accounts to Xero. We are often asked how we decided to be so devoted to Xero and the answer is simple. We chose Xero for your convenience and your enjoyment. [...]
One of the smartest questions that I hear from the owner’s of small creative agencies is “can I do my own accounting”. I love hearing this question because it means that you are running your agency with intention and you are aware that your largest expense is paying people. I understand how the thought of [...]
How many decisions have you made in the past month? As the owner of a creative agency, you likely make decisions all day, every day. Which contractor to hire for production? Where to prioritize your market research? What can you pay for holiday bonuses? You must be exhausted! Do you even have energy leftover to [...]
For a small business owner, managing employee benefits can be a daunting task. Is there a simple solution? Yes! At ColvinCPA, we are constantly searching for apps and technology that can make life easier for our clients! If you use Gusto's payroll services, you need to know that they now manage employee benefits at NO [...]
Is there an EASY way for a small business of 1-3 people to save receipts? Yes! At ColvinCPA, we are constantly searching for apps and technology that can make life easier for our clients! If you use Xero accounting software, the simplest solution is called Xero Expenses. Xero Expenses costs an additional $30/month on top [...]
Making life easier; how to organize receipts. If your answer is yes, we recommend that you do a happy dance and give yourself a high five! If your answer is no, and the question makes your heart race, causes hair loss, initiates sobbing or you found yourself involuntarily banging your head on a wall, then [...]
New tax reform is putting stricter limits on what your business can deduct for meals and entertainment. Business meals with clients and meals while travelling (50% deductible) – Nothing changed with these business expenses. They are still 50% deductible. Entertainment events (0% deductible) - Taking your clients to ball games, concerts, or other types [...]
Sometimes it can be confusing on how to properly withdraw money from your business and record the transaction in Xero. Below are the top questions that I get asked on this topic. Let’s tackle them one at a time. First, what the heck is a “Sole Proprietor”? Per the IRS “A sole proprietor is someone [...]
While I am cramming my summer to-do list with fun biking destinations, tax scammers are making their summer to-do list with malicious schemes that try to get your personal data or money. This summer, a tax-scammers evil to-do list may include the following: Pretend to be a co-worker or boss and send e-mails that request [...]
The 2017 tax filing season is now over and many people are restocking the stash of chocolate in their homes (including the secret one hidden above the washing machine). You are not alone if you treat tax symptoms with creamy, sweet, heavenly chocolate. Tight shoulder muscles? Crunch on a dark and nutty chocolate chunk. Elevated [...]
