Women entrepreneurs are a growing force in the U.S. economy. In 2021, nearly half (49%) of all new businesses were started by women, a 75% increase from 2019. While industries like tax and finance have traditionally been male dominated, the demographics of these roles are shifting. As of 2022, 56.8% of all certified public accountants […]
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What is tax-loss harvesting?
Investing always comes with some degree of risk, and the simple truth is that some investments don’t work out. While no one wants to take a loss, there is a benefit to a losing investment — at least when it comes to that individual’s tax burden. As a tax professional, you likely have several clients […]
4 types of cryptocurrency tax events
You’re a diligent tax preparer. To you, dollars and cents tell stories of tax brackets, reportable income, deductibles and refunds. But now, a client who holds cryptocurrency walks in the door, and you have questions. Is it an asset? Is it income? Is it taxable? If so, how? Let’s start with the IRS, which defines […]
Training tips for beginner tax preparers
Congratulations! You launched your tax preparation business. Tax prep offers high return for minimal start-up costs, and of course, tax preparation will always be in demand. Most importantly, you enjoy helping people and have the confidence to guide them through the taxpaying maze. There’s just one hitch, and it’s called “tax season.” From January through […]
Checklist for preparers to start tax season
Tax season is here, which means it’s time to make sure everything is in order as you prepare for the busiest season of the year. While there’s no way to completely remove the stress and pressure from this challenging time, being as ready as possible beforehand can help mitigate it. Once you’re in the thick […]
Checklist for onboarding new tax and accounting clients
They say you never get a second chance at a first impression, which is why your client onboarding process is so important. Onboarding, or the logistics and actions around getting a new client set up with your practice, sets the stage for your relationship going forward. An excellent onboarding process lays the groundwork for a […]
7 planning considerations for this fiscal year
If you’re the person who’s always helping family and friends prepare their taxes, it might be time to start your own business. After all, tax preparation is in demand every year, and you’ve found that you have a facility for finding solutions and helping people navigate the tax-code maze. Plus, the IRS’ stricter requirements for […]
How to generate new business: Best practice guide for tax professionals
When tax preparers sign up for the job, they know all about the annual tax-time crunch. Many see it like Black Friday, when four months of long, exhausting days generate much of the year’s income. Isn’t it time to put the other eight months to better use and cut back on a few of those tax-time […]
Social media marketing strategies for tax preparers
You might be a pro at filling out forms and filing taxes for even the most complicated returns. But that’s only part of your responsibilities as a tax business owner. You also need to figure out how to get clients through your door. Direct mail, print ads and networking will only get you so far. […]
8 steps to simplify end-of-year financial reporting
Just when you start looking toward the new year, here it comes — the need to close the books on the old year. Coinciding with regular monthly and quarterly closes, it makes for a workload that nearly rivals tax season. Still, the task of validating and adjusting account balances is a responsibility that you hold […]