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Gifting this holiday season has more tax incentive than ever before. Rewarding your hard-working employees at the end of the year with gifts opens up the door to better work relations, a healthier atmosphere and professional networking. Plus, it’s a nice way to thank them for everything they’ve accomplished over the last 12 months. You don’t have to stop at your employees either, its common to gift your customers and business associates as well! However, we’re not here to pick out gifts for your customers, we’re here to talk to you about another incentive for purchasing gifts this holiday sea…
Proactive tax planning for success
Main Takeaways: Proactive tax planning is an ongoing, strategic process that identifies tax-saving opportunities throughout the year, not just at tax time Traditional reactive tax planning leads to missed opportunities and last-minute decisions that rarely optimize your tax position Strategic quarterly tax reviews allow you to adjust withholdings and payments before year-end surprises impact your bottom line Choosing the right business entity structure (S-corp, LLC, or C-corp) can dramatically affect your tax outcomes based on revenue and growth Proactive planning improves cash flow…
As a business owner, you shouldn’t be afraid of paying taxes. If you’re paying taxes, you’re making money. Yet, no one wants to pay more taxes more than they have to. Today, we’ll help you make an effort to lower your taxable income with a few easy tips. 1. The Answer Isn’t to Spend More Of course, you’d like to make as much money as possible, but you do have to keep an eye out on your AGI (Adjusted Gross Income). After all, there are tax brackets you need to be wary of. For example, you can easily avoid the additional 0.9% Medicare tax if your AGI doesn’t exceed $200,000 ($250,000 for joint…
If you are a regular QuickBooks user, you may already have a standardized list of processes that you check off each time you use the software. However, what if you could be more efficient with the software and get even more work done? These 5 report methods are often overlooked, and may be a big help. Even if you are using some of these reports, you may find another one that will work just for you. Profit & Loss Summary Prev. Year Comparison Have you ever wondered just how far your business has grown in the last year? Many business managers look solely at their Profit & Loss Summary r…
Learning how to use QuickBooks can be a daunting task for those who are not already acquainted with the system. However, we have tips that are for sure able to help get you through the software and guide you until you are comfortable to start navigating on your own. Below are 5 tips we believe will help you out during your first times with any QuickBooks software. Reconcile Your QuickBooks Accounts This is the number one figure that you must do when using QuickBooks, if not the most important out of them all. You have got to make sure that all your accounts are up to date, including your bank…
QuickBooks Mobile Payments lucia & co. cpas inc ca
Managing payroll has never been more efficient, thanks to the power of mobile technology. With solutions like Intuit QuickBooks mobile payments, business owners can handle payroll tasks from anywhere using their phones. This innovative approach eliminates the constraints of being tied to a desk, making payroll management flexible and accessible even when you’re on the move. Whether you’re traveling for work or enjoying a well-deserved vacation, mobile payroll ensures your business runs smoothly. In this article, we’ll explore the advantages of using mobile payroll apps, how QuickBooks mobile…
Adding Lines to Your Invoices in QuickBooks Online
In the ever-evolving world of business, efficiency and accuracy in financial management are paramount. QuickBooks stands as a beacon of reliability for businesses seeking to streamline their invoicing processes. Whether you’re a seasoned user or a newcomer to this robust accounting software, mastering the art of adding lines to your invoices can significantly enhance your billing accuracy and professionalism. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through a step-by-step process to adding lines to your invoices in QuickBooks seamlessly, ensuring you make the most of what QuickBooks has to…
If you’re a novice to QuickBooks or the entire bookkeeping process, there are specific tasks that you need to learn. The following 10 beginning QuickBooks tips will help you stay on top of your finances and master your cash flow for future purchases. Make a List  of All of  Your Accounts To make sure all of your transactions are recorded you will need to reconcile all of your accounts. This is the  best way to know that all of your accounts are accurate and each transaction has been properly recorded. Once you have taken inventory of all of your accounts you can begin entering them into Quick…

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    Lucia & Co. CPAs are not your ordinary bean counters. We are a trusted accounting firm that goes above and beyond in delivering top-notch tax services and comprehensive QuickBooks training. With our expertise in tax planning, preparation, and compliance, we ensure that you navigate the complexities of the tax landscape with ease, maximizing your deductions and minimizing liabilities.