by Amy Jacobs, EA | Apr 28, 2026 | Uncategorized
Key TakeawaysThe IRS business rate for 2026 is 72.5 cents per mile, a 2.5-cent increase from the previous year. To keep your options open, you must choose the standard mileage method in the first year your vehicle is used for business. If you start with...
by Amy Jacobs, EA | Apr 21, 2026 | Uncategorized
Key TakeawaysRemote work can lower overhead, expand your hiring pool, and improve flexibility. But it can also create multi-state tax and payroll compliance issues. In-person work can improve training, supervision, and team cohesion, but it often comes with...
by Amy Jacobs, EA | Apr 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
Key TakeawaysHow long you keep a document depends on what it is, which law applies, and sometimes your state’s rules as well. A practical baseline is to keep general personnel records for at least two years, payroll tax records at least four years, benefits...
by Amy Jacobs, EA | Apr 9, 2026 | Uncategorized
Key TakeawaysA CRM (Customer Relationship Management) tool centralizes leads, customer communication, and deal tracking in one platform. Most small businesses need a CRM when manual tracking leads to missed follow-ups or a lack of visibility into sales...
by Amy Jacobs, EA | Mar 31, 2026 | Uncategorized
Key TakeawaysEffective time management is about implementing scalable systems that reduce administrative friction, not micromanaging employees. Most businesses struggle in one of three specific areas: project management, time tracking, or scheduling. Avoid...
by Amy Jacobs, EA | Mar 27, 2026 | Uncategorized
Key TakeawaysThe best payroll software for a small business is the one that fits your worker mix, pay schedules, compliance needs, and how you expect the business to grow. At a minimum, your payroll system should automate calculations, support direct deposit,...
