Happiness Habits
We’re constantly told all types of messages, both consciously and unconsciously, about what happiness is, and how to get there. There’s even a movement in the … Read More
Top 5 Business Books
In this post, we’ll be maintaining the top 5 business books we think entrepreneurs should read. Without further ado: Creativity, Inc. by Ed Catmull. (For the … Read More
1099’s & Independent Contractors
The whole 1099-NEC/1099-MISC and contractor thing can seem daunting, but with just a little thoughtful design it can be made easy, and you can move onto bigger and … Read More
2014 Tax Return Highlights
2013 saw three significant new taxes arrive on the scene, and while 2014 may not have been as momentous, there were still important changes that took … Read More
Why We Really Like Xero
Adding or changing software is something you want to give some thought to — change takes a toll, so you want to be sure it’s going … Read More
Changing the question of poverty to wealth
“Feeling good about yourself, is not the same as doing good.” -Theodore Dalrymple The “problem” of poverty is one which has befuddled humanity for centuries. And … Read More
The Financial Design Method™
The Problem: Traditional Financial Design The IRS. The bank. The accountant. These are all parties who use your financial information, but they’re not the ones creating … Read More
Filing Tax Extensions
There can be good reasons to file an extension for your tax return: anything from a broader tax filing strategy, to waiting on missing forms. For … Read More
Making Money: Understanding Costs 1
The mathematical formula for making money is simple: Sales – Costs = Profits. The real-world reality, is a little more complicated. But it need not be … Read More
