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QuickBooks Tags Are Going Away: What It Means for Small Businesses and Accountants
When it comes to accounting software, QuickBooks has long been a trusted solution for small business owners, accountants, and financial professionals. With features designed to streamline bookkeeping and improve financial clarity, QuickBooks has been an industry leader. Among these features, Tags have been a valuable tool for categorizing transactions and enabling custom reporting. However, QuickBooks recently announced its decision to phase out tags, sparking a mix of reacti
Shawna Echols
May 14, 20255 min read


Celebrating Excellence: Terumi Echols and Mariko Hayashi-Hall Make the Insightful Accountant 2025 Top 100 U.S. ProAdvisors List
At Brilliant Solutions Group, we take immense pride in delivering top-notch small business accounting, bookkeeping, and financial services.
Today, we are thrilled to share some exciting news that underscores our commitment to excellence. Our SVP, Terumi Echols, and our CEO, Mariko Hayashi-Hall, have been honored once again by being named to the Insightful Accountant 2025 Top 100 U.S. ProAdvisors list!
Shawna Echols
May 7, 20253 min read


Understanding the Partnership Business Entity Structure
Choosing the right legal structure is one of the most critical decisions entrepreneurs and professionals will make when starting a business. Among the many options, a partnership remains a popular choice for its straightforward setup and collaborative nature. However, while it offers flexibility and shared responsibilities, it also comes with its own set of legal, financial, and tax implications.
Shawna Echols
Apr 30, 20255 min read


S-Corporations vs. C-Corporations: Choose the Right Structure for Your Business
S-Corporations vs. C-Corporations: Choose the Right Structure for Your Business When starting or restructuring a business, one of the...
Shawna Echols
Apr 23, 20254 min read


Understanding Limited Liability Companies (LLC)
When starting or running a small business, structuring and protecting your company is one of the most critical decisions you'll make. For many business owners, a Limited Liability Company (LLC) strikes the perfect balance between simplicity, liability protection, and tax benefits.
Shawna Echols
Apr 16, 20254 min read


The Pros and Cons of Sole Proprietorships
Sole proprietorships are the most straightforward business structure available, making them especially appealing to small business owners
Shawna Echols
Apr 9, 20254 min read


Overview of Business Entity Structures for Small Business Owners
Choosing the right business entity structure is an important decision for small business owners
Shawna Echols
Apr 2, 20253 min read


Perfecting Financial Operations with a Tech-Stack Approach
Managing financial operations can often feel like a high stakes balancing act. Between tracking expenses, processing payments, forecasting
Shawna Echols
Mar 26, 20255 min read


Building Dynamic Budgets That Adapt to Real-Time Business Performance
Effective budgeting has always been a foundation for financial success, regardless of the organization's size.
Shawna Echols
Mar 19, 20255 min read
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