When you picked up your first camera and dreamed of becoming a professional photographer, you were probably thinking about capturing memorable moments—not categorizing business expenses (or wondering what even qualifies as a business expense).  Creating stunning portraits? Absolutely. Reconciling bank statements? Not really. But, here’s the reality: no matter how much you’d rather be behind […]

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Bookkeeping for Photographers: 5 Habits to Stay Organized

Bookkeeping for Photographers | The Tax Keeper

In just the past few years, more and more payment options have appeared for goods and services. And while PayPal was launched in 1998 (giving it almost 30 years in action), other platforms are just starting to build a name for themselves in business. Some of which are apps like Cash App, and the star […]

Bookkeeping

September 23, 2025

Can You Use Venmo to Pay Contractors?

How to Pay Contractors via Venmo | The Tax Keeper

One of the most important, yet often overlooked, aspects of bookkeeping for a small business is reconciling your accounts. Whether it’s your business bank accounts, credit cards, or your balance sheet, it’s a task that doesn’t often end up on your to-do list.  But while you’re familiar with bank (and credit) account reconciliation, there’s one […]

Bookkeeping

What is “Balance Sheet Reconciliation” (And Why It Matters)

What is Balance Sheet Reconciliation | The Tax Keeper

When you’re DIY-ing your bookkeeping and finances, your to-do list is already a mile long, but I promise that balance sheet reconciliation should be pretty high up there!  Balance sheet reconciliation is when you compare the information on your balance sheet with the sources (such as bank statements, ledgers, third-party accounts, etc). The goal is […]

Bookkeeping

July 10, 2025

Balance Sheet Reconciliation Checklist: 4 Things to Check

Balance Sheet Reconciliation Checklist | The Tax Keeper

Whether you’re a coach, service provider, creative business owner, or somewhere in between, there’s one thing every business owner should do regularly: reconcile your bank account(s) at every month’s end. When you reconcile your business bank accounts, you’re essentially comparing the two different data sets (your bank account and your bookkeeping software) to ensure that […]

Bookkeeping

Month End Reconciliation: What it is & Why Your Business Needs It

How to File a 1099 | The Tax Keeper

What might seem like the easiest part of your bookkeeping (but can quickly become one of the most overwhelming) is organizing your receipts.  You know you need to keep track of your transactions, but during the busy months, while you’re traveling, or simply refilling your office snack basket, it feels like one more annoying point […]

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June 12, 2025

How to Organize Business Receipts for an Easier Tax Time

What Does Bookkeeping Services Include? Here's Everything You Need to Know | The Tax Keeper

There’s always a collective sigh of relief you can hear from small businesses once tax season is over. There’s no more scrambling for documents, hoping you haven’t missed any deductions, or fear of a letter from the IRS—but there’s also the thought that, “I won’t do this to myself next year,” and “I need to […]

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Why Outsource Tax Planning? 3 Things You Should Know

Tax Expert teaching and sharing why outsourcing tax planning is important for small business owners.

It may not be your favorite to-do in your business, but keeping up with your monthly, quarterly, and yearly bookkeeping is necessary for any small business. We’ve covered some of the best habits to have for your general bookkeeping, but what about your quarterly bookkeeping?  Your quarterly bookkeeping to-do list isn’t as tedious as your […]

Bookkeeping

May 15, 2025

4 Quarterly Bookkeeping Tips for Service Providers to Use in 2025 (and Beyond)

Mari Hough shares her best quarterly bookkeeping tips for service providers to use this year | The Tax Keeper

One of the first things you should do as a service provider is set up a separate bank account for your business—specifically, a business bank account.  A business bank account protects you legally and financially by separating your business and personal funds. It’s easier to track your deposits, pay contractors, and mark expenses as business […]

Bookkeeping

How to Choose a Business Bank Account as a Service Provider

How to Choose a Business Bank Account | The Tax Keeper

Bookkeeping is a service that is often underestimated by business owners—you know it’s important, but you don’t know exactly why or how. Sure, you’re “keeping your books organized,” but what does that mean—and how does that help you? As a business owner, bookkeeping is one of the on-going investments you’ll often be recommended to do […]

Bookkeeping

April 10, 2025

The Importance of Bookkeeping for Your Small Business in 2025

The Importance of Bookkeeping as a Business Owner in 2025 | The Tax Keeper

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