Strong sales don't always mean a business is profitable. Revenue, cash flow, and profit are all important measures of financial health, but they aren't the same thing. Understanding the difference, and knowing what to look for in your financial reports, can give you a much clearer picture of how your business is actually performing.

QuickBooks Payments is rolling out percentage-based credit card surcharging, allowing eligible businesses to pass the applicable credit card surcharge on to customers who choose to pay an invoice by credit card.

If you're a contractor or tradesperson planning to purchase equipment, tools, machinery, or a work vehicle, there's an important tax change worth knowing about before year-end: 100% bonus depreciation is back. Under current federal tax law, certain qualified property acquired and placed in service after January 19, 2025, may qualify for 100% bonus depreciation.

Rising costs continue to put pressure on small businesses. From supplies and insurance to payroll and everyday operating expenses, it can feel like everything costs more, even when revenue is holding steady. Before heading into Q4, now is a good time to take a closer look at your numbers. J&S Accounting can help!

September 15 will be here before you know it. For many business owners and self-employed individuals, that means it's time for the third estimated tax payment of the year. There are steps you can take now to get organized and avoid an even bigger scramble in September.

Cybercriminals are increasingly targeting both small businesses and non-profits through phishing emails, text messages, and other online scams. Learn how to recognize common warning signs and protect your organization.

Today, there are tools designed to automate many of the repetitive tasks involved in sales tax management. These platforms can connect with popular point-of-sale systems, e-commerce platforms, and accounting software to help track sales tax obligations and reduce the risk of missed deadlines.

At J&S Accounting, we regularly see businesses paying higher rates, unnecessary fees, or using outdated processing structures that quietly eat away at profits. The good news? Many of these costs can be reduced without changing how you do business.

Payroll runs in the background for many small businesses, but the reports behind it can offer valuable insight into your financial health and compliance. Taking time each quarter to review key payroll reports can help catch issues early, ensure accuracy, and give you a clearer picture of how payroll is impacting your business.

Hiring help is a big step for any small business, but deciding how to classify that help is just as important. The difference between treating someone as an independent contractor (1099) or an employee isn’t just administrative; it has real financial and compliance implications. And getting it wrong can be costly.

QuickBooks Online is a powerful tool. It connects your bank accounts, automatically pulls in transactions, and generates reports in seconds. But, it doesn't equal good bookkeeping on its own.

Most business owners assume their taxes are determined at year-end. In reality, your taxes are shaped all year long by how your income, expenses, and investments are organized in your bookkeeping.

Clean books mean your financial records are accurate, organized, and up to date. When your books are clean, you can trust your numbers and make confident business decisions.

Jon Ossoff recently introduced a bipartisan bill that could cut taxes for businesses with fewer than 15 employees by adding a wage-based tax deduction.

You don’t need to be an accountant to run a successful business. But you do need to understand what your numbers are trying to tell you.

A monthly close isn’t just for big companies. It’s one of the most important habits a small business can have.

Inaccurate Profit & Loss statements are among the biggest reasons tax returns are delayed, and errors occur. This article explains how common bookkeeping mistakes, such as missing transactions, poor categorization, and unreconciled accounts, create tax season stress and higher preparation costs. Learn how maintaining clean, tax-ready books each month helps small businesses file faster, reduce errors, and save money on tax preparation, and how J&S Accounting supports business owners with year-round bookkeeping built for tax efficiency.

What’s your New Year’s resolution? Eat healthier? Work out more? Finally organize that closet? What if this year, your resolution actually made you more money? As we wrap up 2025 and look ahead to 2026, it’s the perfect time for business owners to pause, reflect, and set intentions that go beyond motivation and create real financial impact. At J&S Accounting, we believe the strongest resolutions are the ones tied to clarity, consistency, and cash flow. Here are a few smart financial resolutions to consider as you head into the new year.