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Working in tax return preparation in Houston can be a confusing process, especially during a busy filing season like this one. It comes with some special considerations that are likely to lead to an increase in misinformation on taxes. With the rise of social media, blogs by amateurs, etc, these tax myths can multiply. Another […]

We at Houston B&J Bookkeeping enjoying sharing ways for you to make the most of your money. Your tax return estimate is one of the best perks of the year, should you be lucky enough to get one. But if you can’t wait to see how large your check will be, there are options. To […]

We at Houston B&J Bookkeeping love warning you about tax scams and have more to share. In short, tax identity theft can occur when someone uses your personal info to file a phony tax return and collect your return. This includes information such as your Social Security number, birthday, and more. It also can occur […]

We have recently discussed 5 Non Monetary Deductions For Your Tax Return and were wondering about those of you who may not have to file a tax return. Is it worth the effort and money, should you choose to hire a bookkeeper or accountant to help? While there is no one solid answer on whether […]

We love helping you make or save money during tax time and previously discussed 5 Must Deduct Items for Your Business. This was chock full of deductions and credits for business owners and even the self employed. But what if you are a regular paycheck earning guy or gal? What if you need some extra […]

We’ve previously shared The 5 Must Deduct Items for Your Business and thought we would expand by sharing tips for tax returns for restaurant owners. Despite the many expenses that can come with working in the food industry, restaurant owners are eligible to take advantage of a number of tax strategies. These deductions can help […]

We have recently discussed The Best Financial New Year’s Resolutions but with tax time looming, we’ve decided to switch gears. Being a business owner requires learning everything about your company from top to bottom. When the topic of your business tax return pops up, can you honestly say you know everything or even enough about […]

A few years ago we shared out best bookkeeping tips on 5 New Year’s Resolutions You Should Make when it comes to your wallet. What better time to do the same with the new year only days away? So if your New Year’s resolutions to lose weight and exercise more haven’t panned out, why not make […]

We at B&J Houston Bookkeeping Services recently shared tips on how to spend money. But we thought a guide on how to make money would be just as useful. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics repots that about 20 million people in the country are working on a part time basis for “non-economic reasons.” This means […]

We at B&J Bookkeeping Services are always trying to save you money. There are definitely some things that can be way overrated. But we decided to go the other way and share some of the best things to splurge on. So read on to learn what to spend on while trying to remember it does […]