Matt Long | Rea CPA
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Sep 17, 2022
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Automation is Everywhere: Can QuickBooks Online Help Lighten Your Workload?

Interested in reducing your workload? Business automation software, like QuickBooks Online, can help.
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Apr 15, 2021
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What You Need To Know About The Restaurant Revitalization Grant

Find out how your restaurant can score a slice of the $28.6 Billion RRFG Pie.
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Apr 9, 2021
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How To Avoid A Not-So-Pleasant Tax Season Surprise

Don't let routine bookkeeping responsibilities result in an unexpected (and negative) tax season surprise.
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Mar 26, 2021
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Struggles In The Accounting Department: How To Avoid Future Accounts Payable Challenges

Looking for an excellent cloud-based accounting software solution? We've got a few ideas ...
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Feb 24, 2021
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If You Manage The Front Door, We’ll Handle The Back Office

You probably didn't go to school to be an accountant or manage your business's accounts receivable. ... Good news, we did!
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Nov 19, 2020
Events

PPP Loan Forgiveness Application Process, Necessity Form & Tax Treatment

Since the COVID-19 crisis began, we've helped a lot of businesses claim PPP funds and file for loan forgiveness. During this webinar, we will share what we're seeing and what we know.
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Oct 29, 2020
Blog

Looking For More Funding Options?

Looking for more information about the new CARES Act funding to help small businesses and nonprofits in Ohio? Here's an overview.
 
Sep 21, 2020
Podcast

Episode 251: Surviving Economic Uncertainty: How Restaurants Can Rebound From COVID

How is the owner of Cleveland's Melt Bar and Grilled surviving the COVID-19 Crisis? Listen to this episode of unsuitable to find out.
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Aug 27, 2020
Events

Attaining Your Post-COVID Business Goals: The Transition From Uncertainty To Success

Find out how to take your business from uncertainty to success and start attaining your post-COVID business goals.
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Jun 1, 2020
Blog

COVID-19 Is Accelerating The Rise Of The Digital Economy

There are many advantages associated with embracing digital advances in business, particularly post COVID-19.
 
Feb 17, 2020
Podcast

Episode 222: How To Outsource Your Way To Business Growth

Wondering how outsourcing critical business functions can help boost your bottom line? Lean in a little closer and we'll tell ya!
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Feb 4, 2020
Blog

QuickBooks For Businesses Looking For a Boost

Which version of QuickBooks is better for your business? Find out now!
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Oct 29, 2019
Blog

Business Owners Can’t Do It All

Outsourcing may be the solution you're looking for ...
 
Oct 15, 2019
Podcast

Episode 206: How Outsourced Accounting Services Can Grow Your Business

Wondering how you can focus more on your core business and less on your back office? Take a look at this solution.
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Sep 11, 2019
Blog

Ready To Take Your Business’s Bookkeeping Online?

Was it love at first installation? No. But QuickBooks Online has redeemed itself.
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Jun 7, 2019
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Data-Driven Opportunities For All

Services such as bookkeeping, month-end accounting support and consulting aren't new. But by taking a different approach to these traditional services, we can reveal new, exciting opportunities.
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May 28, 2019
Blog

Save Money, Enhance Value With Outsourced Accounting

Hiring an accountant is a huge commitment and can be quite costly. Read one to find out why more business owners are choosing to forego the hiring process in favor of outsourcing the job to a qualified accounting service specialists.
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Apr 30, 2019
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Technology’s Time To Shine

Technological advancements continue to change the way business owners play the game.
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Apr 18, 2019
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Better Inventory Management Solutions Do Exist

Looking for software to help you manage your inventory better? You might be looking for QuickBooks Enterprise for Manufacturing and Wholesale with Advanced Inventory.
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Apr 17, 2019
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Sidestep Disaster When You Backup Your QuickBooks Company File

These QuickBooks® tips will help you get more from your software. Read on to learn how to customize your reports and backup your company file.
 
Apr 8, 2019
Podcast

episode 178 – your business’s back office: take it or leave it

Oh yes, the times are a changin' when it comes to your business's back office responsibilities. Listen to (or watch) this episode of unsuitable on Rea Radio to hear from our expert, Matt Long, as he discussing the benefits of outsourcing accounting and why many owners are taking this approach.
 
Apr 8, 2019
Podcast

episode 178 – transcript

Read the "official transcript" of this episode of unsuitable on Rea Radio to read what Rea's Client Advisory Services (CAS) professional had to say about business' back office operations.
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Mar 25, 2019
Blog

The Future CFO And Their Expanding Responsibilities

The role of your chief financial officer has changed. Read on to learn about CFO 2.0
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Feb 25, 2019
Blog

Embrace Software Applications To Enhance Your Accounting

Looking for a way to manage your Ohio business's accounting while burying your feet in the sand on a beach in Florida? Here's a thought!
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Feb 21, 2019
Blog

A K-I-S-S For YOU!

Psst.... want to know the secret of maintaining better books in your business?
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Feb 19, 2019
Blog

5 Business Productivity Killers — And How To Slay Them

Want to get more from your business's back office? Don't we all ...
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Jan 28, 2019
Blog

Get Back To Running Your Business

Are your accounting, bookkeeping and payroll responsibilities holding your business back? Maybe it's time for a change.
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Jan 18, 2019
Blog

How Will You Become A Better Bookkeeper?

Looking for goals that will make your life easier while driving real results? This year, let's focus on bookkeeping!
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Oct 26, 2018
Blog

Want To Win Tax Season?

Time is running out to make some solid tax strategic moves in 2018. But where there is a will, there is a way. Are you willing to make some improvements to your business?
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Aug 31, 2018
Blog

What Free Time?

There is valuable technology out there that will help you gain more flexibility with your work and make it easier to collaborate with your accountant.
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Aug 15, 2018
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QuickBooks: Why Getting It Right (Right Out Of The Box) Matters

Even before you start using QuickBooks®, you probably have a lot of questions. This edition of QuickTips will help you get started on the right foot. Read on to learn more.
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Jul 23, 2018
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New Tax Rules Will Hit Nonprofits Hard

Nonprofit leaders should take note of the changes ushered in by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and how the new tax rules will impact their organizations. Read on to learn more.
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Jul 19, 2018
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Regular Reconciliation Aides In Fraud Protection

Stop looking at your bank reconciliation responsibility as a chore and start thinking about it as a monumental money-saving opportunity. Read on to find out why.
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Jun 29, 2018
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QuickBooks: Not Just A One-Trick Pony

Think QuickBooks is just for accounting? Think again!
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Jun 26, 2018
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The View Looks Great From Up Here

The recent Scaling New Heights conference left Amy Smith more than just a little excited for the future of the accounting industry. Read on to find out why.
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May 25, 2018
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QuickBooks® Updates Discontinuation Policy, Upgrade Information

After May 31, 2018, services for QuickBooks Desktop 2015 will be discontinued. Find out what that means to you.
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May 25, 2018
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Gotta Pay Those Bills

Managing your company's cash flow is vital, which is why it's so important to properly add your vendors to QuickBooks. Read on to learn how.
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May 17, 2018
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Changes Coming For The Ohio Business Gateway

The Ohio Business Gateway is undergoing some changes on May 21, 2018. Read on to learn more about the changes and what they mean for you.
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May 11, 2018
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Payroll Mate® | A Different Payroll Solution That Works With QuickBooks™

What are you doing to ensure that you have the correct payroll procedures in place to ensure that you can always take care of them ... especially if traditional solutions don't work for your unique situation?
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Apr 26, 2018
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Taxes Are Done, It’s Time To Close The Books On Another Year

Did you know that there is a better, more secure way of closing out your books? It's true! And this article will show you how.
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Feb 22, 2018
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Utilize Customer Typing To Track Marketing ROI In QuickBooks®

Still trying to figure out how to track your company's marketing ROI? Try QuickBooks.
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Jan 18, 2018
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Baby Stepping into the New Year with QuickBooks®!

That software you picked, whether it's QuickBooks Desktop or QuickBooks Online, will effectively help you manage and grow your business. That being said, you won't be able to master the program right out of the gate. Instead, read on to find out how to find QuickBooks (and business) success.
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Dec 13, 2017
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QuickBooks® Desktop Document Center: Helping You Infuse Some Organization Into Your New Year

Piles of paper and unruly receipts make me, and most other business owners, crazy. And because there aren't even enough hours in the day to tackle our essential responsibilities, good luck finding the time to conquer this accounting clutter. 
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Sep 22, 2017
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Year-End Is Right Around The Corner … Time To Clean Up Your Files

What if I told you that you can avoid beating yourself up in December by taking a little bit of time this month to get your QuickBooks accounts in order. Keep reading to discover a few handy tips that will make your life a lot easier.
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Jul 28, 2017
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Make Your Software Work Harder So You Don’t Have To

QuickBooks users may be surprised to learn that the software actually makes it easier to multitask. Read on to learn more.
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Jun 26, 2017
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Don’t Miss Out On Your Share Of Ohio BWC Money

Who wouldn’t like a few more dollars in their pocket? If you’re an Ohio employer and you’re paying into the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation, you could be eligible for a rebate and a new discount being offered by the state agency.
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Jun 9, 2017
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QuickBooks: Why Getting It Right (Right Out Of The Box) Matters

Even before you start using QuickBooks®, you probably have a lot of questions. This edition of QuickTips will help you get started on the right foot. Read on to learn more.
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May 18, 2017
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Easily Find Related Transactions In QuickBooks

Learn how to pull up a calculator in QuickBooks anytime you need one, discover how to make 1099 work at year-end a breeze and find related transactions in a snap.
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May 5, 2017
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The Future Of Overtime Compensation

Congress passed a bill that could change the way employers compensate their employees for overtime, learn more about the Working Families Flexibility Act of 2017.
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Feb 22, 2017
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Optimize Tabs In QuickBooks

Looking for ways to improve your productivity in QuickBooks? Check out these tips to learn how to view multiple windows easily.
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Jan 20, 2017
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Learn How To Set A Closing Date In QuickBooks®

As you are finish out your year in QuickBooks®, it’s important to set a closing date to avoid any unintended changes you may have made from occurring to prior years. This step-by-step guide will help you learn how.
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Feb 4, 2016
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What To Do When You Can’t Do Everything Yourself

Today’s business owners are expected to wear many hats. But, if you really want to move the needle, you are going to have to shed a few. Find out why many savvy entrepreneurs choose to outsource the logistical aspects of their business so they can focus on growth.