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Restaurants and Businesses Benefit from Temporary Tax Break
Congress has provided businesses with a temporary tax break to help the restaurant industry recover from the COVID pandemic.

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20222 min read
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Exit Strategy: How to Create One for Your Small Business
No matter how far off it may seem, ensure your time in your business meets your goals and expectations by planning an exit strategy now.

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20225 min read
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Recordkeeping Tips to Keep the IRS Away
With the ever-increasing complexity of our tax system, it is a commonplace for many small businesses to make mistakes with bookkeeping...

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20224 min read
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June 2021 Due Dates
Important due dates for businesses and individuals coming up in June 2021.

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20225 min read
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Mergers and Acquisitions 101 for Small Business Owners
A merger and acquisition can deliver a profitable outcome—or it can be a disaster. Be sure to go about it carefully with the right support.

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20224 min read
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Some Small Businesses Are Recovering. Is Yours?
The COVID-19 pandemic isn’t over, but many small businesses are on the upswing. Here's how QuickBooks Online can help if yours isn’t:

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20224 min read
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7 Different Types of Income Streams for Your Business
No matter what type of business you operate, having more than one income stream can help protect you from economic disaster.

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20224 min read
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Are You at Risk for A Trust Fund Penalty?
There are no acceptable excuses for failure to withhold the required payroll taxes or for borrowing withheld amounts to pay other expenses.

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20222 min read
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Tax-Free Grants for Restaurants
Is your hospitality business eligible for aid through the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF)? Learn more about the RRF and how to apply:

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20226 min read
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Here’s What Happened in the World of Small Business in April 2021
Here are five things that happened this past month that affect your small business. 1. ) The President announced tax credits for COVID-19...

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20222 min read
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How to Protect Your Data in QuickBooks
Your QuickBooks company file is gold. Keep it safe from fraud and intrusions.

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20223 min read
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What Is a Joint Venture?
Before deciding to get involved in a joint venture, business owners need to carefully assess how they plan to proceed...

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20223 min read
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