Andrew Freiman, Author at Patriot Software Thu, 13 Oct 2022 16:36:37 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.0.2 https://www.patriotsoftware.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/cropped-site-favicon-32x32.png Andrew Freiman, Author at Patriot Software 32 32 Caught Red-handed: What to Do About Employee Fraud https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/payroll/employee-fraud/ Mon, 10 Oct 2022 20:05:26 +0000 https://www.patriotsoftware.com/?p=57838 alt=""No one wants to be the victim of employee fraud. But for small business owners, the chances of employee fraud are high. In fact, two-thirds of small businesses in the U.S. are victims of employee theft. The good news? You don’t have to be a victim. Understanding what employee fraud is can help you prevent […]]]> State Income Tax Exemption: Exempt or Not Exempt? That Is the Question https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/payroll/state-income-tax-exemption/ Wed, 05 Oct 2022 20:32:31 +0000 https://www.patriotsoftware.com/?p=57715 alt=""Most of us would agree with the following statement: Employee wages are taxed federally and at the state level. But this isn’t always the case. Some employees can state income tax exemption. We all know that taxes can be complicated. This guide will cover everything you need to know about claiming tax exemptions on state […]]]> Knock, Knock? Who’s There? The Colorado Delivery Fee https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/accounting/colorado-delivery-fee/ Tue, 04 Oct 2022 15:15:59 +0000 https://www.patriotsoftware.com/?p=57658 alt=""If you have a business in Colorado that delivers or ships products to customers within the state, you may be responsible for the Colorado delivery fee. Read on to get the scoop on this retail delivery fee.  What is the Colorado delivery fee? The Colorado delivery fee is an additional fee for deliveries made by […]]]> Build It and They Will Come: Hiring a Contractor https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/accounting/hiring-a-contractor/ Tue, 27 Sep 2022 19:21:54 +0000 https://www.patriotsoftware.com/?p=57545 alt=""As a small business owner, it’s your responsibility to know who’s the best person to hire for a job. Sometimes that means adding an employee to your roster. Other times, it means hiring a contractor. Hiring a contractor can help fill temporary or project-oriented positions. Read on to get the scoop on hiring independent contractors […]]]> Why Does Payroll Take So Long? 5 Reasons Why (and What You Can Do) https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/payroll/why-payroll-takes-so-long/ Wed, 21 Sep 2022 21:06:25 +0000 https://www.patriotsoftware.com/?p=57492 alt=""As a small business owner, you know things don’t always go according to plan when it comes to payroll. Mistakes happen, and even common payroll tasks can leave you scratching your head. And with mistakes and confusion, time can quickly add up. Have you ever found yourself wondering Why does payroll take so long? Keep […]]]> Growing by the Numbers: Accounting Firm Growth Strategy https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/accountant-professionals/accounting-firm-growth-strategy/ Fri, 16 Sep 2022 16:08:25 +0000 https://www.patriotsoftware.com/?p=57436 alt=""Any successful accounting firm has a growth strategy in place. You can’t afford not to. But, have you ever wondered if your accounting firm growth strategy is working? It’s always a good time to take your business expansion strategy back to the drawing board. We’ve put together a list of our top six tips for […]]]> Hitting the Road? Everything You Need to Know About Travel for Work https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/payroll/travel-for-work/ Wed, 14 Sep 2022 20:06:02 +0000 https://www.patriotsoftware.com/?p=57382 alt=""As a business owner, traveling for work can be exciting. After all, what employee doesn’t like driving around town to meet daily business needs, or better yet, going to a new place and meeting new people? But, whether it’s in town or out of town, travel for work can also be time-consuming, complicated, and frustrating.  […]]]> How Do a Debit and a Credit Fall in Love? The Matching Principle in Accounting https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/accounting/matching-principle-in-accounting/ Thu, 08 Sep 2022 16:08:26 +0000 https://www.patriotsoftware.com/?p=57288 alt=""If you’ve ever sent an invoice to someone who planned to pay later, you’re probably using accrual accounting. It can be hard to keep track of finances when you’ve accrued payables and liabilities. But, using the matching principle can help you stay organized. The matching principle in accounting states that you must report expenses in […]]]> FSA Dependent Care Helps Employees Help Their Loved Ones https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/payroll/fsa-dependent-care/ Wed, 07 Sep 2022 19:15:33 +0000 https://www.patriotsoftware.com/?p=57236 alt=""Thinking about offering additional benefits to your employees? A dependent care FSA can help employees with the expense of caring for their dependents while also reducing their tax liability. Employers can also reap plenty of benefits from offering FSA dependent care, including increased employee engagement and reduced stress. Read on to learn more about who’s […]]]> Changing Accounting Software? Here’s What You Need to Know Before Making the Switch https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/accounting/changing-accounting-software/ Tue, 23 Aug 2022 20:53:54 +0000 https://www.patriotsoftware.com/?p=56864 alt=""As a small business owner, you already have enough on your plate. There’s no reason to hold on to accounting software that doesn’t meet your needs. Changing accounting software can make your business’s day-to-day run smoother than ever. So, how do you do it? Read on for the scoop. Reasons for changing accounting software There’s […]]]>