How Do Purchase Orders Work?

A purchase order (PO) is a written record that locks in exactly what you ordered, at what price, before any money changes hands.It's a document sent to vendors to request goods or services, detailing items, quantities, prices, and payment terms. It's the written order before the invoice arrives, ensuring both parties are aligned. The PO protects [...]

How to Get Paid Faster in 2026

Collecting payments from clients can sometimes prove to be challenging. About 56% of U.S. small businesses are waiting on unpaid invoices, with the average balance at $17,500. Late payments crush cash flow and slow down growth. If you're a small business owner or freelancer, you might be asking yourself: How do I get paid faster by [...]

How to Reclassify Transactions in QuickBooks Online

With QuickBooks Online Advanced, you can reclassify transactions by changing the category, class, or location for multiple transactions with a single step, instead of one by one. One common problem on a Profit & Loss statement is when both parent and sub accounts exist, and some expenses are incorrectly assigned to a sub account when it [...]

How to Create 1099s in QuickBooks Online

QuickBooks can help you create 1099s, send them to your contractors, and e-file them with the IRS. Follow this step-by-step video to create 1099s for your business. You can either have QuickBooks auto-fill your forms, or manually fill them in yourself. Both options let you e-file with the IRS in the end. After you e-file with [...]

2025 Year-End Checklist for Businesses

You still have a few hours left to take any important year-end financial or tax planning action for your business. This handy 2025 year-end checklist from Paychex can help! Click here to download.

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