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Happy National Financial Awareness Day!

What's one investment you've made that's had the biggest impact on your business?

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QuickBooks has been rolling out AI updates, and you may notice a few changes. Here are a few things to know:

- Transactions don't post automatically. You decide what gets added to your books.

- Match means the transaction already exists in QuickBooks. You're simply matching it to the bank transaction.

- Categorize means the transaction is new, and you're telling QuickBooks where it belongs.

- AI suggestions can save time, but always review them before accepting.

Think of bank feeds like a helpful assistant. They can save you a lot of time, but you're still the one making the final decisions.

Always review transactions before accepting them into your books.

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Before you expand, ask yourself:

- Can I afford the additional monthly expenses?

- Do I have enough cash flow to support growth?

- Is customer demand consistent?

- Have I reviewed my pricing and profit margins?

- Have I created a budget for the expansion?

- Do I have enough cash reserves?

- Do I have accurate financial reports to make this decision?

Expanding at the right time can fuel growth.

Expanding too soon can put unnecessary pressure on your business.

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Before August ends, check off these 5 financial tasks for your business.

Swipe left to learn what they are and why they matter.

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One of the most important decisions you'll make as a business owner is choosing the right business structure.

Here's what to consider:

- Understand the differences between a sole proprietorship, partnership, LLC, and corporation.

- The level of protection depends on how your business is structured and operated.

- Keep your personal and business finances separate.

- Open a dedicated business bank account.

- Maintain accurate bookkeeping and financial records.

- Speak with an attorney or tax professional before choosing or changing your business structure.

Generally, LLCs and corporations can help protect your personal assets from business debts and legal claims, while sole proprietorships and general partnerships typically do not provide this protection.

Have questions about business structures? Drop them in the comments below.

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Happy Book Lovers Day!

What's one business book you recommend every entrepreneur should read?

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Happy International Cat Day!

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Or tag a friend who's always talking about their cat!

A business loan is not income. It's a liability that you'll repay over time.

Here's how to record it correctly:

1. Create a loan liability account.

Set up a Long Term Liability or Other Current Liability account (depending on the loan terms).

2. Record the loan deposit.

When the loan funds are deposited into your bank account, categorize the deposit to the loan liability account, not income.

3. Record your loan payments correctly.

Each payment includes:

- Principal, which reduces the loan balance
- Interest, which is recorded as an interest expense

4. Reconcile your loan account regularly.

Compare your QuickBooks loan balance to your lender's statements to ensure they match.

5. Keep all loan documents.
Save your loan agreement, payment schedule, and monthly statements for your records.

Recording business loans correctly helps keep your Balance Sheet accurate, your financial reports reliable, and your books tax ready.

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Don't focus on looking successful. Instead, focus on building a financially healthy business.

Here's how:

- Track your expenses from day one
- Price for profit, not just to win clients
- Track your cash flow every month
- Separate your personal and business finances
- Don't wait until tax season to organize your books

What's one piece of advice you'd give someone starting a business today?