June 1, 2021

Are you wondering why the amount on your Etsy 1099 doesn’t match the numbers you have in QuickBooks Online and how to fix it? In this post, I’ll show you step-by-step how to tie out the profit and loss reports that you have in QuickBooks Online Simple Start to the 1099 you received from Etsy.

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March 16, 2021

As an Etsy Seller, you’re constantly sourcing the raw materials you need to create your handmade items. But it’s easy to forget where you purchased an item, the price you paid, or the product ID. That’s why it’s a good idea to keep track of your inventory information. But let’s be honest. You didn’t start

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March 13, 2021

Jane is a popular online marketplace boutique where you can buy and sell clothing, home, and accessory products. In this post, I’m going to walk you through how to categorize the income and properly record Jane transactions in QuickBooks Online Simple Start.This post contains affiliate links. For more information, please see my disclosures. As you

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January 9, 2021

Before you begin recording your Shopify gift card sales and redemptions, be sure to watch the video I created that shows you step-by-step how to do your monthly Shopify bookkeeping. The method I describe in this post is based on the method I demonstrated in the overview video. You can watch the first video HERE. This

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October 30, 2020

Wondering what to get the business owner in your life? Keep reading because I’ve got an epic round-up of tried and true ideas that will help find the perfect gift. You can think of this post as your personal holiday gift guide for business owners. The best part is that you can use this list

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October 24, 2020

Many people love the idea of turning their handmade hobby into a side hustle. Opening an Etsy shop is one of the best ways to make that dream come true. However, there are certain things to consider before starting your journey selling handmade products. One item to consider is the need for insurance.Do Etsy Sellers

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June 12, 2020

Amazon Seller Central is a popular platform for selling products online. But bookkeeping for this platform presents some unique challenges. In this post, I’ll share best practices for how to record your revenue and expenses in QuickBooks Online.  (This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute tax or legal advice. This post contains

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June 7, 2020

Selling products on Amazon is a popular option for an online business. But while setting up your Amazon store might be relatively fun and easy, keeping track of your revenue as an Amazon seller can be tricky. As an accountant, I strongly recommend QuickBooks Online for small business bookkeeping. However, when you first set up

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April 11, 2020

Shopify is a popular and easy to use platform for selling products online. In fact, it has never been easier to open a shop and start making money. But while opening a shop might be simple, the tricky part of Shopify is keeping track of your finances. As an accountant, I strongly recommend QuickBooks Online

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April 11, 2020

Reasons You Should Use Pinterest and TailwindGuest post by Shelley Madueme. This page contains affiliate links, which means I will make a commission at no extra cost to you should you click through and make a purchase. Please see the disclosures page for more information.For the last few years, I’ve been helping Sarah of Small Business

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