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  • Five Helpful Customer Service Tips for Accountants

    Posted 4 years ago in Accountant Insights
    by Tim Chaves

    A majority of small businesses (86%) consider their accountant a trusted business advisor. But that doesn’t always mean that these clients will be with you for life. In fact, a CCH Accounting Firm client survey shows that over half of all businesses have been approached by other accounting firms, while 20% of individual clients have […]

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  • How to Make Your Own Accounting Logo

    Posted 4 years ago in Accountant Insights
    by Tim Chaves

    Have you heard the joke about the interesting accountant? No? Me either.  (As a company full of accountants, we’re allowed to make that joke). Accounting may be notoriously boring, but that doesn’t mean your logo has to be. You might have an idea in mind, might be looking to rebrand, or might be starting from […]

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  • How to run a modern bookkeeping business (Hint: you need the right software)

    Posted 4 years ago in Accountant Insights
    by Tim Chaves

    Not much has changed in accounting since, well, the 19th century.  We’ve abandoned the abacus and opted for software alternatives, but much of it is still rather archaic.  Whether you’re a recent graduate looking to launch your own accounting firm or a veteran bookkeeper hoping for a better alternative to QuickBooks, we’d like to welcome […]

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  • Schedulicity for Businesses: Features, Reviews and Alternatives

    Posted 4 years ago in Product Reviews
    by Tim Chaves

    The days of calling-in for an appointment are long behind us (or at least, they should be). Software applications like Schedulicity make it easy for clients to book appointments from an app or website. What is Schedulicity? Schedulicity is an online booking platform for small business owners such as barbers, stylists, masseurs, trainers, and tutors. […]

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  • Top 10 time-saving software products for your small business

    Posted 4 years ago in Small Business Tips
    by Tim Chaves

    When you’re a small business owner, you’re constantly looking for ways to help your business grow and become more efficient. The good news is that there are tons of productivity tools available.  We’ve gathered a list of some of the best tools out there to help you get things done better and faster.  Let’s dive […]

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  • How to use PayPal Friends and Family—and how not to use it

    Posted 5 years ago in Product ReviewsSmall Business Tips
    by Tim Chaves

    PayPal is a popular payment processor for businesses and individuals—but things get messy when you mix the two.  Here’s everything you need to know about PayPal friends and family transfers (and a few friendly warnings as well). Note: The following applies to Personal PayPal accounts. If you have a PayPal Business account, friends and family […]

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  • Everything You Need to Know About the FUTA Tax

    Posted 5 years ago in Taxes
    by Tim Chaves

    Whether you’re a new business owner or you’ve been around for a while, you need to know the ins and outs of the FUTA tax. You’ve likely got tons of questions: What is the the FUTA tax? Why do I need to pay it? What does it support? How much is it? Here’s everything you […]

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  • How to get started in freelance digital marketing (and rock at it)

    Posted 5 years ago in Small Business Tips
    by Tim Chaves

    The 9 to 5 is a thing of the past. Odds are, you stumbled across this article because you’re dissatisfied with toxic company culture. Or you want more freedom to travel. Or you’d like to choose your clients. Or maybe you’re just tired of listening to Craig slurp down his yogurt everyday.  Whatever the reason—take […]

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  • ZipBooks partners with CPACharge for simple, speedy and secure payments

    Posted 5 years ago in ZipBooks Updates
    by Tim Chaves

    It feels like April 16th here at ZipBooks. We’ve partnered with the payment processor guaranteed to make every accountant feel like they’re on holiday. ZipBooks has partnered with CPACharge to improve fast, secure payments for Accountants—and to offer you the lowest rates in the industry.  Get started   Lower rates When you sign up for […]

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  • 6 Business Card Design Best Practices (With Inspiration & Examples)

    Posted 5 years ago in Small Business Tips
    by Tim Chaves

    Regardless of how well a business card design may look, there are fundamental best practices to follow when it comes to design, color, and layout. After all, your business card needs to serve its purpose as one of your most personal and versatile marketing/branding/call-to-action tools that you have. For example, things like logo placement and […]

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