Author: Suzanne


  • Tools of the Trade—Software Spotlight: QuickBooks Online

    As a bookkeeper who works with small and medium-sized business owners every day, I often get asked, “What software should I use?” My go-to recommendation for most clients is QuickBooks Online (QBO). It’s the cloud-based version of the world’s most popular accounting software, and in 2026, it’s more powerful and user-friendly than ever. Sometimes, the…

  • 5 Reasons Precise Bookkeeping is Crucial for Success

    As a small business owner, your list is endless. Serve customers, deliver products, remember to market, track your bills, and build the life you’ve dreamed of. Amid all that, it’s easy to let your bookkeeping slide to the “later” pile. But here’s the hard truth: precise bookkeeping isn’t just a nice-to-have administrative task, it’s the…

  • Tools of the Trade—Software Spotlight: QuickBooks Online vs Desktop

    In a previous post, I spotlighted QuickBooks Online (QBO) and shared why it’s a top choice for many small and medium-sized businesses in 2026. Cloud access, automation, real-time insights, and seamless mobile use are just a few of those features. But what about QuickBooks Desktop? Years ago, it was the only QuickBooks option, and it’s…

  • Do You Need A Bookkeeper?

    If you’re a small or medium-sized business owner, you’ve probably asked yourself this question at some point: “Do I need to hire a bookkeeper, or can I keep handling this myself?” The honest answer is: It depends. Some business owners thrive doing their own books, especially if they enjoy numbers, have simple transactions, and stay…