Two important tax deadlines are coming up ā and this is exactly why clean, up-to-date books matte...Two important tax deadlines are coming up ā and this is exactly why clean, up-to-date books matte...
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Two important tax deadlines are coming up ā and this is exactly why clean, up-to-date books matter.
š September 15th
1ļøā£ S-Corporation & Partnership Returns
If your S-Corp or Partnership filed for an extension, this is the filing deadline.
2ļøā£ Q3 Estimated Tax Payments
Business owners and individuals with investment or other income may also need to make their Q3 estimated tax payment.
But before tax deadlines arrive, your numbers need to be ready.
That means:
ā Books reconciled
ā Business income properly recorded
ā Expenses categorized
ā Profit figures reviewed
ā Financial records ready for your CPA or tax professional
Good bookkeeping isn't just about keeping records organized.
It helps you understand what you've earned, prepare for upcoming tax obligations, and avoid last-minute financial surprises.
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BEFORE: Client had messy Excel inventory with 500 rows, duplicates (A12 / a12), blanks, wrong prices like "$ 2.5" and "N/A", and different warehouse names (KER / ker / Kericho).
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Removed 12 duplicate SKUs
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