Category: Blog
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6 KEY MONTHLY BOOKKEEPING CHECKLIST ITEMS
6 KEY MONTHLY BOOKKEEPING CHECKLIST ITEMS Balance your checkbook Review your budget and compare it to your actual spending Reconcile your bank statements Update your contact information for bills, subscriptions, etc. File away any important receipts or documents Check in on your retirement and investment accounts Silicon Harbor Business Services is based in Mount Pleasant, SC. […]
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What is Sensible Investing?
Sensible investing is an approach to managing investments that prioritizes long-term growth, risk management, and financial stability. It typically involves several key principles: Diversification: Spreading investments across a variety of asset classes, such as stocks, bonds, real estate, and cash equivalents, helps reduce the impact of any single investment’s poor performance on the overall portfolio. […]
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Sensible Investing Benefits
Sensible investing offers several benefits, both in the short term and over the long haul: Risk Management: Sensible investing focuses on diversification, which spreads out risk across different assets, sectors, and geographical regions. This helps mitigate the impact of any single investment performing poorly. Consistent Returns: By avoiding speculative or overly volatile investments, sensible investing […]
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Reminder- Filing Due Dates
Reminder that 941 Quarter 4 forms are due today, January 31, 2024. Form 1099 MISC recipient copy deadline is January 31. If you are filing through paper forms, the due date is February 28. The electronic filing due date is March 31 for the 2023 tax year. January 31, 2024 is the deadline to file […]
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What are some of the reasons for a business to go bankrupt?
Business bankruptcy can occur for various reasons, and it’s essential to understand the underlying causes to prevent financial distress and bankruptcy. Some common reasons for a business to go bankrupt include: Poor Financial Management: Inadequate financial planning, budgeting, and cash flow management can lead to financial instability. Failing to monitor expenses, revenue, and profit margins […]
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Bookkeeping Catch Up & Clean Up
Bookkeeping Catch Up & Clean Up Services We will bring your books up to date and ready for the tax season. If you’ve let your bookkeeping fall behind, we can help bring your books up-to-date. Don’t let bookkeeping complexities keep you from achieving your goals in 2024. Is managing your books taking time away from […]
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What is year-end close bookkeeping?
Year-end close bookkeeping, also known as year-end closing or year-end accounting, refers to the process of finalizing a company’s financial records and preparing them for the end of the fiscal year. This process is critical for accurate financial reporting and tax compliance. Here are the key steps involved in year-end close bookkeeping: Review Transactions: Begin […]
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Happy Holidays!
Happy Holiday from our team at Silicon Harbor Business Services. Silicon Harbor Business Services is based in Mount Pleasant, SC. We provide solid, practical advice to small business owners and select individuals. We work with Quickbooks Online, Quickbooks Desktop and Quickbooks Enterprise. For a complete list of our services, please click here. Reach out to our team of Business Consultants at Silicon Harbor Business […]
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The importance of internal bookkeeping audits
Internal bookkeeping audits, often referred to as internal financial audits or financial statement audits, are a vital component of an organization’s financial management and reporting processes. These audits involve an independent and systematic examination of an organization’s financial records, transactions, and accounting practices. The importance of internal bookkeeping audits can be understood through the following […]
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Who really needs to work with a bookkeper?
Who really needs to work with a bookkeeper? Most businesses could benefit from working with a bookkeeper. Here are a list of who really needs one: Anyone who doesn’t have the time or knowledge to keep their books up-to-date or at least a monthly basis. Any small business owner who wants to make sure they […]