Insights
Practical Notes on Tax, Accounting and Business
Our Insights section shares practical information on Philippine taxation, accounting, business registration, payroll, cash flow, costing and pricing, financial statements, internal controls, and business management. The articles are intended for business owners and managers who want a better understanding of the financial side of their business.
Hiring Your First Employee: The Costs Nobody Tells You About
Why a ₱20,000 Salary Can Actually Cost Your Business More Than ₱24,000 a Month Hiring your first employee is an exciting milestone. It means your business…
Read Article →₱500,000 in Online Sales: Does It Mean You’re Exempt From BIR Registration?
Understanding the Difference Between Business Registration and Withholding Tax “My online sales are still below ₱500,000. Does that mean I don’t need to register with the…
Read Article →Selling on Facebook, Shopee, or Tiktok? Do You Need to Register?
Your Online Side Hustle May Already Be a Business. It usually starts with a few items. You post something on Facebook, receive a couple of orders,…
Read Article →“I Don’t Have a Receipt, But It Was a Business Expense”
Why Proper Documentation Matters More Than You Think "It's a legitimate business expense. I just don't have the receipt." This is one of the most common…
Read Article →Separate Your Business Money from Your Personal Money: A Simple Habit That Makes a Big Difference
Business Insights | Financial Management & Business Compliance Running a business is challenging enough. But one small habit can make managing your finances even harder: mixing…
Read Article →Your Profit Isn’t Missing. It’s Leaking.
A CPA's guide to finding the money hiding in your business "I had a great month. So why is there no money in the bank?" I…
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