On December 27, 2024, Bench Accounting, a Vancouver-based fintech company specializing in online bookkeeping services for small businesses, announced its sudden closure. This unexpected development has left approximately 11,000 small

The abrupt closure of Bench Accounting on December 27, 2024, sent shockwaves through the small business and accounting communities. Known for its online bookkeeping services, Bench’s shutdown left approximately 11,000

I recently read an article titled "Beyond the Busy Season Excuse," over on CPA Practice Advisory (which is an awesome resource) and it really resonated with me, especially as we’re

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Today Universal Accounting announced the release of AB Tips, a new website offering a database of information for financial professionals. AB Tips is a powerful training resource specifically designed for

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Dear Readers, In the last couple months, we’ve run many articles explaining how readers can take advantage of the holiday season to market more effectively, secure more clients, and prepare