Resources and articles
It’s summer time and whether it’s a reality or not we all expect (want – hope for – long for) business to slow down. Even if it doesn’t slow down many people condense their days or start earlier in order to get out and enjoy the wonderful weather. Summertime is a great time to plan some team bonding moments or client appreciation events and Vancouver is full of great places
One of our fabulous clients is searching for an outstanding Administrative Assistant. If sounds like you or someone you know and trust, please contact us. Administrative Assistant for Meme Brooks Design Meme Brooks Design is an on the rise interior design and staging company. Clients work with us for our impeccable sense of style and equally importantly our friendly and warm demeanor and can-do attitude. If you want to be
Last night on the train ride home I was sitting across from a woman who was clearly dealing with an unhappy customer on the phone. It sounded like unhappy enough to be leaving for another service provider. The way she was handling this difficult call (at least from my end) impressed me. Based on her willingness to be held to account, vocalising that she heard her client and expressing empathy,
Are you a bookkeeper who actually enjoys bookkeeping and gets excited about how your work helps business owners manage their business? Do you want to join a growing company that works with fabulous clients and is driven to be THE boutique business services company in Vancouver? Then we might have a job for you. Please read the posting below and email us with your cover letter and resume letting us
Part 3 – Don’t Fear Rental Income So many small businesses fixate on the almighty write off; sometimes even attempting to hind income such as rental income, in an effort to pay less tax. As mentioned in previous blogs, it is good practice to not pay more than required. But there are two important reasons why hiding rental income is a MISTAKE. First of all it’s always important to be
Part 2 – Capital Cost Allowances Do you look around your office and see piles of receipts that you have been meaning to deal with? Were enjoying the warm after effects of the holidays when you realized that the end of December means the coming of January and with it TAX PREPARATION TIME… Are you starting to feel a slight panic rising? If you’re thinking that Capital Cost Allowance is
Knowing your business is key to knowing how to apply tax regulations properly thus optimizing your financial situation. Many small business owners know you can write off the basics like travel, parking and meals related to your business. But Amanda can help you take it a step further! Did you know: Actor’s can write off teeth whitening, show tickets, costumes, haircuts and more Graphic designers and tattoo artists can write
Everyone hears the word taxes and groans; they seem complicated, overwhelming and sometimes downright punitive! Amanda Mungal, Owner of It’s Your Time is pleased to be offering a seminar for small business owners on how to prepare for and even get excited about tax time! Small business is a small world and people handle their taxes differently. You may have overheard entrepreneurs bragging about using various “tips and tricks” to
There’s a new phishing scam making the rounds. It’s a very legitimate looking email purporting to be an Interac e-transfer from the CRA. Hold off your enthusiasm: you don’t have a bonus return! The golden rule of whether to follow a link or open an attachment is are you expecting something from the sender? However, at this point in time many people are expecting a government refund. Many parents are
Confused about how this new legislation will affect you? GoPopcorn created this fabulous infographic – check it out!
