Perkins Northwest Accounting

We struggle with change. This fact is central to our human existence. Funny thing though, we all know that change is the only constant in life. We can fight it (and we do!) or we can embrace it and face it. Either way it's here. Learning to embrace change can save you time and make you money. You'll need to take time to find and employ new technologies that will end up saving you time. Do you still keep a hand written check register? Try using QuickBooks online...it wi

One of the best win, win plans for a small business is the Simple IRA plan. You can contribute up to $12,500 for 2018 (or $15,500 if you are over 50). Your business matches 3% of your wage. This reduces your business profit at the same time that you are saving for retirement. As your own boss you are uniquely responsible for your own retirement savings. The Simple IRA must be offered to your employees as well which can be a nice benefit to offer. You can choose from ma

Audit. The word itself strikes fear into business owners. Fortunately, getting audited is similar to getting a cavity. Or, more precisely, getting audited is like going to the dentist. If you've brushed and flossed regularly you can waltz on in to your appointment, confident that you'll get a high five and a free toothbrush on your way out the door. On the other hand if you've neglected your teeth you'll get a lecture, some painful scraping and a big ole bill from your de

Have you taken any time to think about your business? Sounds like a silly question but many business owners are so busy running their businesses that they don't step back to really consider the big picture questions. Is the business growing and do I want it to grow? Is the product or service that I provide still relevant or should I make some changes to better meet needs in the current market? Am I getting what I want from the business? Where do I see the business in a y