Insights & Resources
Practical bookkeeping, accounting and financial management guidance for small business owners — written by the Ease Your Accounting team.
How to Choose the Right Bookkeeping Package for Your Business
Not every business needs the same level of service. Here's how to think about which package fits your current stage.
How Franchise Royalty Fees Work and How to Account for Them
Royalty and brand fund fees are a core part of the franchise relationship — here's how they typically work and what franchisees need to track.
Burn Rate and Runway: What Every Startup Founder Should Track Monthly
Two numbers determine how much time you have before you need to raise again — or become profitable. Here's how to calculate and use them.
How Your Invoice Payment Terms Affect Your Cash Flow
The payment terms you offer clients directly impact how much cash you have on hand. Here's how to think about them strategically.
Job Costing Basics for Contractors: Know Which Jobs Make You Money
Without job costing, you're bidding and operating blind. Here's an introduction to tracking profitability by project.
Managing Seasonal Cash Flow Swings in Retail Businesses
Seasonal businesses face predictable but challenging cash flow patterns. Here's how to plan for the peaks and valleys.
MRR and ARR Explained: The Metrics That Matter for SaaS Businesses
Monthly and Annual Recurring Revenue are the heartbeat metrics for any subscription business. Here's how to calculate and track them properly.
How to Read Your Profit & Loss Statement (Without a Finance Degree)
Your P&L tells the story of your business every month — here's how to actually read it and what to look for.
1099 Contractors vs. W-2 Employees: What Small Business Owners Need to Know
Misclassifying workers is one of the most common — and costly — mistakes small businesses make. Here's what you need to understand.
Setting Financial Goals for Your Small Business in the New Year
January is the ideal time to set clear, measurable financial goals. Here's a framework to make yours actionable.
Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) for E-Commerce: What You Need to Know
Understanding and accurately tracking COGS is essential for knowing your real profit margins as an online seller.
Year-End Bookkeeping Cleanup: A Step-by-Step Guide
Closing out your books at year-end properly sets up a smooth tax season and gives you a clean starting point for the new year.
Restaurant Food Cost Percentage: How to Calculate and Improve It
Food cost percentage is one of the most important metrics for restaurant profitability. Here's how to calculate it and practical ways to improve it.
Cash Flow vs. Profit: Why Profitable Businesses Still Run Out of Money
A profitable business can still fail from poor cash flow. Here's the difference between the two — and why understanding both is critical.
Tax Season Prep Checklist for Small Business Owners
Get ahead of tax season with this practical checklist covering what to gather, reconcile and review before handing things off to your tax preparer.
5 Signs Your Small Business Needs an Outsourced Bookkeeper
How do you know when it's time to stop DIY bookkeeping and bring in professional help? Here are five clear signals.
QuickBooks Online vs Xero: Which is Right for Your Small Business?
A practical comparison of the two leading cloud accounting platforms — pricing, features, integrations and which businesses each is best suited for.