Rigits Blog Articles

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Cash flow versus revenue

Introduction Cash flow and revenue can appear similar, but they’re quite different. Revenue represents the total income earned, cash flow measures the net amount of cash being transferred in and out of a business. This guide should help you understand the differences. It’s also related to our articles on understanding gross vs. net profit, operating

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Crafting an effective price increase letter

Introduction A price increase letter is a note a business sends to its customers to tell them the prices of products or services are going up. It explains why the business needs to charge more because of changes inside the company or in the wider market. This guide explains why you should review prices regularly,

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Accountant vs CPA: What’s the Difference?

While both accountants and CPAs (Certified Public Accountants) work with financial statements, the distinction lies in a CPA’s licensure, which grants higher responsibilities. This distinction not only affects the scope of work they can perform but also impacts their authority and the trust placed in their financial assessments. This guide will walk you through the

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Year-End Closing for Small Businesses

Year-end closing is the process of updating your accounts to accurately reflect your business’s activities before you finalize your financial statements.  This includes making adjustments for things like expenses that have been incurred but not paid (like bills) and revenues for services you’ve provided but haven’t yet billed. In this article, we’ll walk you through

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Understanding Unearned Revenue

Unearned revenue represents payments received for services not yet performed or goods not yet delivered. It’s crucial for small business owners because it affects both your cash flow and how you report income. This article will cover how to recognize, manage, and report unearned revenue, ensuring you’re accurately reflecting your business’s financial health. This guide

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Operating Income vs. Net Income

Know your business’s financial health by understanding two key figures: operating income and net income. Use them to tweak your strategy, check how you’re doing, or show off your financial health to investors and lenders. Here’s a straightforward guide to help you, the small business owner, get the hang of operating and net income. This

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Accrued Expenses: Practical Examples

Accrued expenses are money that your business owes but hasn’t paid yet. These could be bills or wages that you need to pay in the future.  They are important for understanding your business’s real financial situation, even if the cash hasn’t moved yet.  This guide helps you recognize and manage these expenses simply and clearly

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Understanding Net 30 Payment Terms

Net 30 payment terms offer a flexible yet structured way to manage payments and receivables.  When you issue Net 30 terms to customers, it means they have 30 days to pay you. Vice-versa with vendors, if your payment terms are net 30, you have 30 days to pay your bill.  This article will show you

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Modified Cash Basis Accounting

This guide talks about a less known but handy way to do your accounting: the modified cash basis. It doesn’t matter if you’re well into your business journey or just starting; knowing your options for keeping track of your finances is crucial. This guide is also related to our articles on cash vs. accrual accounting,

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Operating Income vs EBITDA

Understanding how well your business is doing financially means looking beyond just revenue and profits. Operating Income and EBITDA are two crucial metrics that show your business’s efficiency and earnings power. This guide breaks down these metrics into simple terms, helping you use this info to boost your business. We’ll explain what Operating Income and

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What Are Back Office Services?

You’ve found the Rigits guide to back office services!  Back office services are tasks like accounting, data management, and technical support.  This guide is designed to help you, the small business owner, navigate through the various aspects of back office operations, understand their importance, and make informed decisions about managing them efficiently.  This guide also

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Understanding Prepaid Expenses

You’ve found the Rigits guide to understanding prepaid expenses.  This article is meant specifically for small business owners like you, aiming to demystify the concept of prepaid expenses. We’ll guide you through what prepaid expenses are, why they might be important for your business, and how to utilize them effectively. This guide is also related

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