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Accrual Accounting vs Cash Basis Accounting: Pros, Cons, and When to Use Each

Compare accrual accounting vs. cash basis accounting. Learn the key differences, pros and cons, and when each method makes sense for your accounting clients.

November 5, 2025
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What is Accrual Accounting? A complete Guide

Learn all you need to know about accrual accounting: what it is, its core principles, key components, real-world examples and pros and cons.

November 5, 2025
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7 Ways Accounting Firms Can Retain Clients Using Accounting CRM Software

Client retention is essential to keeping your clients happy, which enables your firm to continue to grow. This allows you to retain clients, increase profits,…

November 4, 2025
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What Is the Revenue Recognition Principle? [With Examples]

Learn what the revenue recognition principle is, why it matters for accountants and firm owners, and how to apply ASC 606 correctly. See practical examples…

November 4, 2025
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The 15 Best Client Portals for Accounting Professionals in 2025

This article reviews the top 10 client portals for accountants to help you choose a suitable solution and avoid the pressure and inconvenience of switching…

November 4, 2025
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GAAP vs IFRS: Key Differences Accounting Firms Should Know

Understand the key differences between GAAP and IFRS. Learn how mastering both standards helps your firm stay compliant, accurate, and client-ready.

October 27, 2025
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What Is the Going Concern Principle in Accounting?

Not sure what going concern in accounting means? This guide explains the principle, how it affects financial statements, and what accounting firms need to know…

October 27, 2025
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Project Management for Accountants: A Definitive Guide

Project management is about getting things done efficiently. To succeed at it, the project manager needs to understand what needs to get done, how to…

October 20, 2025
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Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP): A Complete Guide

Learn what GAAP is, why it matters, and how following its principles helps your firm ensure accuracy, compliance, and trust in every financial report.

October 15, 2025
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Schedule C Instructions for 2025: What Accounting Firms Need to Know

Schedule C is one of the most frequently filed IRS forms during tax season. In 2022 alone, the IRS processed over 35 million Schedule C…

September 26, 2025
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A Comprehensive Guide for Building Your Accounting Firm’s Tech Stack

Spreadsheets can only sustain your accounting firm for so long. As you start to grow and increase the amount of client information and projects you…

September 22, 2025
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Profit And Loss Statement Explained: Here’s All You Need To Know

Learn what a Profit and Loss Statement is, why it matters, and how to use it for smarter decisions in your accounting, bookkeeping or CPA…

September 19, 2025
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