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What 1099 Clients Need to Know About Tax Filing in 2025

2025 Tax Season is Just Around the Corner Independent contractors and self-employed professionals continue to make up a large and growing part of the economy. With that growth comes more attention from the IRS. For the 2025 filing year, several changes affect how 1099 income is reported, how expenses are tracked, and what contractors should [...]

Understanding the 2025 ADA Tax Credits for Small Businesses

For 2025, the Disabled Access Credit remains one of the most overlooked incentives available to small businesses in the United States. This credit helps business owners offset the cost of improving accessibility for customers and employees with disabilities. If you are planning upgrades to your facilities, equipment, or digital properties, understanding how this credit works [...]

The New QuickBooks AI Experience: What It Means for You and Your Clients

If you’ve been using QuickBooks for any length of time, you know that change is part of the platform’s DNA. Some users still prefer the right-side navigation; others wouldn’t dream of moving it off the left. But the latest update goes far beyond layout preferences. Intuit has introduced an all-new AI-driven QuickBooks experience, designed to [...]

2025 Tax Changes Every Senior Should Know – Understanding the “One Big Beautiful Bill”

The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Bill for 2025 and Beyond, often referred to as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), brings with it several tax changes that could directly impact retirees and older taxpayers. While the legislation covers a broad range of provisions, several key updates are designed specifically to support seniors, helping them retain [...]

What is the Difference Between Cash and Accrual Accounting?

At QB-LA, our Los Angeles-based team of Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisors and accounting professionals work with business owners every day who are trying to make sense of their accounting methods. One of the most common questions we hear is: What is the difference between cash and accrual accounting, and which one is best for my business? [...]

What Does a Bookkeeper Do, and When Should You Hire One?

Running a business is an adventure. You manage sales, customer relationships, product development, marketing campaigns; each day brings something new. With all that going on, it’s easy for your finances to take a back seat. That’s where a bookkeeper steps in, bringing clarity, order, and actionable insights to your day-to-day accounting. What Does a Bookkeeper [...]

Why Connecting Your POS System to QuickBooks Online Is a Smart Move

Contact Us To Get Started Managing a small business today means juggling a range of tools and platforms—from accounting software and payment processors to inventory and customer management systems. One of the most impactful steps a business owner can take to streamline operations is connecting their Point-of-Sale (POS) system directly to QuickBooks Online (QBO). This [...]

Upcoming Enhancements and Pricing Changes in QuickBooks Online: What You Need to Know

QB-LA is committed to helping our clients stay informed and prepared for changes that impact their accounting and financial reporting systems. As certified QuickBooks Advanced Online ProAdvisors, we want to share some updates coming to QuickBooks Online—and what they mean for you and your business. A New Era of Automation and Collaboration in QuickBooks Online [...]

Maximizing Efficiency with QuickBooks Online: 5 Essential Bookkeeping Tips

Accurate, timely financial records are vital to the health of any business, regardless of size or industry. QuickBooks Online (QBO) provides a comprehensive suite of tools designed to simplify the bookkeeping process, reduce the risk of errors, and improve overall financial visibility. When used effectively, QBO can streamline daily operations, enhance reporting accuracy, and support [...]

How to Convert QuickBooks Desktop to QuickBooks Online

A Step-by-Step Guide : Skip to the guide If your organization is considering the move from a QuickBooks Desktop version to QuickBooks Online - welcome to the crowd. The benefits of cloud-based accounting are numerous: remote access, real-time updates, app integrations, simplified collaboration  and many more. This guide will walk you through the process of [...]

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