Insight Tag: Small Business

As a business owner, you've poured your heart and soul into building your company. But have you given thought to what happens when it's time to step away? Exit planning is a crucial step that many entrepreneurs overlook, often until it's too late. Let's dive into why exit planning matters and how you can start preparing for your business's future today. 

This summer, the Buckeye State is rolling out an expanded tax-free holiday that promises to boost sales and offer substantial savings. But there are also some challenges that businesses should be aware of. From July 30 to August 8, 2024, Ohio will suspend sales tax on a wide range of items, including dine-in restaurant meals. Let's dive into what this means for your business and how you can make the most of this opportunity and avoid potential problems.

Effective fundraising is critical for many not-for-profit organizations to fully fund their programs and execute the mission. But how do you know if your fundraising efforts are effective, and you are using the best strategy? Analyzing key fundraising metrics can provide valuable insights to help you optimize your approach and get the most out of your fundraising investments.

Not-for-profits play a vital role in addressing community needs, relying primarily on donor generosity. Effective financial management hinges on accurately tracking asset restrictions, which are critical for decision-making. This article outlines net asset classifications, highlights best practices for their management, identifies common challenges, and suggests resources for future guidance. 

As of July 31, 2024, new subscribers can choose between QuickBooks Online (QBO) and QuickBooks Enterprise. Existing subscribers will still be able to renew their QuickBooks Desktop Pro and Premier subscriptions, but these options are no longer available to new subscribers. The biggest impact will be for new businesses or QuickBooks Desktop users without an active subscription. For several years, Intuit has poured its resources into enhancing QuickBooks Online, to make it more robust and user-friendly while adding new features. 

While your business may not look exactly as it did before, it may be the right time to rekindle those tabled discussions about the long-term future of your business.

Below are some Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to monitor along with other considerations to help you manage your business’s most important asset.