by Jason Parfitt | Apr 16, 2026 | Uncategorized
Key TakeawaysHow long you keep a document depends on what it is, which law applies, and sometimes your state’s rules as well. A practical baseline is to keep general personnel records for at least two years, payroll tax records at least four years, benefits...
by Jason Parfitt | Apr 8, 2026 | Uncategorized
Key TakeawaysA CRM (Customer Relationship Management) tool centralizes leads, customer communication, and deal tracking in one platform. Most small businesses need a CRM when manual tracking leads to missed follow-ups or a lack of visibility into sales...
by Jason Parfitt | Mar 31, 2026 | Uncategorized
Key TakeawaysEffective time management is about implementing scalable systems that reduce administrative friction, not micromanaging employees. Most businesses struggle in one of three specific areas: project management, time tracking, or scheduling. Avoid...
by Jason Parfitt | Mar 26, 2026 | Uncategorized
Key TakeawaysThe best payroll software for a small business is the one that fits your worker mix, pay schedules, compliance needs, and how you expect the business to grow. At a minimum, your payroll system should automate calculations, support direct deposit,...
by Jason Parfitt | Mar 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
Key TakeawaysThe “best” accounting software is the one that matches your workflows, integrates cleanly with your other systems, and can grow with you. Integration quality matters more than feature quantity. If data doesn’t sync cleanly, your books won’t be...
by Jason Parfitt | Mar 13, 2026 | Uncategorized
Key TakeawaysEstimated tax payments are required if you expect to owe at least $1,000 in federal tax after withholding and credits You generally must pay at least 90% of your current-year tax or 100% of last year’s tax (110% if last year’s AGI exceeded $150,000)...
