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Down Time – Use the “Slow” Season to Speed Up Your Business
In the AEC world, slower seasons are part of the rhythm. Projects wrap up, new ones are still in permitting, and it might feel like everything’s on pause. While it’s tempting to lean into the downtime (and hey, that cheeky 4pm drink is well-earned), it’s also a golden opportunity to reset, refocus, and get ahead.

Reach CPA
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Why Establishing A Niche Is Essential For Your Firm
Boost profits, attract high-value clients, and streamline operations—discover why niching down is the game-changer your firm needs!

Reach CPA
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What are your business goals for the year ahead?
As Architects, Engineers & Contractors (A/E/C), it can be tempting to look at finances from a project-to-project basis. But don’t forget you

Reach CPA
5 min read


Can I claim meals as a business expense?
As cloud-based accountants offering services to construction and professional services businesses we see a lot of clients deduct a...

Reach CPA
4 min read


Create and Send a Sage50 Backup File
When your company's year-end approaches your accountant will request various documents to prepare your tax return. An essential piece of...

Reach CPA
3 min read


Is my Cell Phone a Business Expense?
Running a business is no easy task and it is not cheap either, luckily the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) allows business owners and...

Reach CPA
3 min read


What are some best practices for bookkeeping?
It seems like there are certain source documents we find ourselves asking our clients for regularly so we have compiled a list of...

Reach CPA
5 min read


Employee or Self-Employed Contractor?
As a business owner, there will inevitably come a time when your company grows to the point where you need help. But is it better to hire...

Reach CPA
3 min read


Employee Expense Tracking
If your business reimburses your staff for travel or expenses, such as gas or supply purchases, it may feel like you are constantly...

Reach CPA
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How Reach's Support Helped a Client Increase Profits by 800%
George and Peter left independent contracting in 2016 to start their own construction business. With Reach’s help, they increased their...

Reach CPA
5 min read


Best Way to Track Your Vehicle's Business Mileage
Updated December 2024 Maximizing Vehicle Expense Deductions for Canadian Business Owners in 2024 If you own a vehicle that you use for...

Fabien Gendron, CPA
3 min read


How To Set-Up Record of Employment (ROE)
If you are a business owner with employees setting your business up for issuing ROE should be on your PRIORITY list! WHY (a) the process...

Fabien Gendron, CPA
3 min read


Cloud Software for Construction & Trades
This blog is about cloud software that allows trades and construction companies to manage projects. We are talking about larger projects...

Fabien Gendron, CPA
3 min read


Automatic Mileage Tracking with MileIQ
You use your vehicle for business purposes and you need a way to track mileage, so you know (and can prove to CRA) how much driving was...

Fabien Gendron, CPA
2 min read


Planning and Tracking your Business in the Cloud with Liveplan
We know how daunting creating a business plan can be. Once you have your idea, how do you decide on the layout and format of your...

Fabien Gendron, CPA
2 min read


Plooto: Managing your Payments and Invoices in No time
We’d like to introduce you to cloud software that helps you spend less time managing your payments and collection. Its name is Plooto: a...

Fabien Gendron, CPA
3 min read


3 Ways to Boost Your Business' Digital Signature
Using cloud accounting technologies can help your business work smarter and faster. Working in the cloud means your numbers are updated...

Fabien Gendron, CPA
2 min read


Simplify Your Life (and Business)
With every cloud-based software program you use to help fast-track your business, you require a unique log-in and password. Setting...

Fabien Gendron, CPA
2 min read
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