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Practical guidance on bookkeeping, taxes and running a small business in New York and New Jersey, in plain language.
Five signs your books need a catch-up
Falling behind on bookkeeping happens to almost every growing business. Here is how to tell when it is time to bring in help, and what a clean-up actually involves.
Monthly bookkeepingA month-end close checklist for small businesses
Closing the books every month turns tax season into a formality. Here is what a proper monthly close includes and why each step matters.
Money habitsKeep business and personal money apart: a simple setup
The single habit that makes bookkeeping faster, taxes cleaner and your LLC stronger. A practical setup you can finish this week.
NY & NJSales tax in New York and New Jersey: what small businesses should know
Two neighboring states, two very different sales tax systems. The basics on rates, registration and filing for businesses working on either side of the Hudson.
Business formationForming an LLC in New York or New Jersey: the paperwork checklist
From choosing your name to getting your EIN and licenses, a step-by-step checklist for setting up your business on solid ground.
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