For Small Businesses

ESTABLISH GREATER PROFITABILITY AND BUSINESS EFFICIENCY WITH OUR BUSINESS SERVICES.

Your business’s profitability and operational efficiency are at the center of your business’s success!
Our experience, resources, and attention to detail make our business services second to none. As an experienced accounting team, we look forward to the opportunity to help transform your business’s financials as we work with you to establish short- and long-term strategies for growth and profitability.

WORKING WITH US AND ENLISTING OUR BUSINESS SERVICES COULD MAKE ALL THE DIFFERENCE!

Whether you need help starting a business, cleaning up your bookkeeping, setting up QuickBooks, handling payroll, or crave some much-needed business coaching or other strategic consulting, we have been doing this for years and stay on top of all of the new regulations to help you take the most advantage possible. Legally and ethically — and profitably.

We work with our clients in a relational way to help them experience the financial success they desire — whether the business is just an idea, relatively new, or a well-established entity. Whether small, large, or in need of some special attention, we have the experience you need so that you can focus on what your business does best.

 

Accounting Done For You

Don’t waste your valuable time on bookkeeping and finances… Give yourself time to do what you do best.

Payroll Services

Scrimping on payroll services will red-flag your business with the IRS.

Starting a Business

Know the simple steps for starting your business right.

Island Tides Accounting LLC’s Playbook to Choosing the Right Entity Type For Business Success

 Quick Answer: Selecting the optimal entity type for business success requires matching your corporate structure to the specific legal risks and tax rules of your industry. A mismatched framework can leave your personal savings vulnerable to sector-specific...

How Does The Employer Credit For Family and Medical Leave Work for North Myrtle Beach Small Businesses?

Quick Answer: The employer credit for family and medical leave provides small businesses a federal tax credit worth 12.5% to 25% of qualified leave costs. In 2026, you can claim this credit on actual wages paid during FMLA leave or on commercial insurance...

The Island Tides Accounting LLC Guide to Minimizing Credit Card Processing Fees For Small Business Owners

 Quick Answer: Small business owners can minimize credit card processing fees by switching from a flat-rate provider to an interchange-plus plan, which passes the true wholesale cost of a swipe straight to you. You can trim costs even further by routing...

How To Hire An Intern For The Summer For Your North Myrtle Beach Business

Key TakeawaysPaid summer interns must be classified as W-2 temporary employees rather than 1099 independent contractors because they operate under your direct supervision. To legally hire an unpaid intern, your program must pass the strict DOL "Primary...

Why Tariff Refund Claims Get Delayed for North Myrtle Beach Small Business Owners

*This guidance is based on CBP’s April 2026 CAPE/IEEPA refund guidance, current ACH refund enrollment rules, and general federal tax recovery principles as of May 15, 2026. Your facts may require coordination with your customs broker, trade counsel, and tax...

How To File A Tariff Refund Claim for Your North Myrtle Beach Business

Key TakeawaysAs of April 20, 2026, the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) tool is the exclusive electronic system for reclaiming IEEPA tariff duty payments. Importers must have an active ACE Secure Data Portal account and an authorized...

Does the Tariff Refund Process Apply to My North Myrtle Beach Business?

Key TakeawaysOnly the Importer of Record (IOR) or an authorized customs broker can claim a refund. If a carrier like UPS or FedEx is the IOR, you must coordinate with them rather than filing directly with the CBP. Refunds are exclusively for IEEPA-related tariffs...

Common Bookkeeping Mistakes That Make Tax Filing Harder For North Myrtle Beach Business Owners

Key Takeaways Missing documentation shifts the burden of proof to you. Without a receipt or digital log, the IRS can legally disallow business deductions, resulting in higher taxable income and unexpected penalties.Commingling personal and business funds is a...

The 2026 Business Mileage Rate vs The Standard Expense Method For Your North Myrtle Beach Business Vehicles

 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...

Remote vs In Person Work Setup for North Myrtle Beach Employers

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...

How You're Missing Legal Tax Deductions

Here’s a certain truth: The State and Federal Government would love to have more of your hard-earned money in their accounts. Sure, even though it’s painful, none of us begrudge paying our legal and fair share of taxes.

But the problem is that regular taxpayers (like you) are missing out on legal and safe deductions to the tune of hundreds of millions of dollars in unclaimed refunds every year! Change that with our tax services.

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