by J.R. Martin & Associates | Oct 11, 2026 | Blog
Maybe it started with one year. A busy season, a move, a business partner who left, a stack of 1099s you meant to sort out. Then one missed return turned into two, and now it’s the thing you think about at 2 a.m. If that sounds familiar, you’re not the...
by J.R. Martin & Associates | Aug 23, 2026 | Blog
Most business owners think the R&D tax credit is only for labs, patents, or software startups. In reality, the IRS definition is much broader, and businesses doing everyday problem-solving may already qualify. Here’s the part that surprises most owners. The...
by J.R. Martin & Associates | Aug 16, 2026 | Blog
Messy books cost you money. Real, deductible dollars slip through the cracks every year. And more often than not, the mess starts in one quiet place: your chart of accounts. Most owners never think about it. It runs in the background while you’re busy actually...
by J.R. Martin & Associates | Aug 2, 2026 | Blog
Some sales make you money. Others just keep you busy. And when you can’t tell the two apart, you can end up working harder every single month while your bank account barely moves. If that sounds familiar, you’re in good company. A lot of the owners we sit...
by J.R. Martin & Associates | Dec 15, 2025 | Business Education
Running a business is challenging enough without the added worry that your financial records might be inaccurate. If you often feel confused or uncertain when reviewing your books, youâre not alone. Many business owners wonder: âIs my bookkeeper truly supporting my...
