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Feb
1

What do I need as a Bookkeeping Virtual Assistant?

written by Candy

Today we answer Rebecca’s question…what do I need as a Bookkeeping Virtual Assistant?

Resources:
QuickBooks
GnuCash
Peachtree

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Jan
29

Tell me about W9 forms and 1099 distribution

written by Candy

Today we answer Ruth’s question…tell me about W9 forms and 1099 distribution.

Resources:
IRS W-9 form

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Jan
1

Is it possible to work as a VA in Sweden and what programs do you use?

written by Candy

Today we answer Maria’s question…is it possible to work as a VA in Sweden and what programs do you use?

Resources:
Quickbooks
VBSS
VAnetworking
Entrepreneurial Freedom by Jeannine Clontz and Lauren Hidden

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Aug
26

What is the best way to send out a rate increase letter?

written by Candy

Today we answer Laurie’s question…What is the best way to send out a rate increase letter?

Resources:
IVAA
VAnetworking
Entrepreneurial Freedom
Sample Rate Increase Letter:

Dear Steve,

Please note that as of July 1, 2005 the following rate changes for OffAssist’s services will take effect:

Off-Site Rate: $0.00 per hour
On-Site Rate: $0.00 per hour
Drive Time Rate: $0.00 per hour

Mileage is [...]

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Jul
15

What is the Proper Way to Record a Gift Certificate Purchase in QuickBooks?

written by Candy

Today we answer Catherine’s question … What is the proper way to record a gift certificate purchase in QuickBooks?

Resources:
Quickbooks

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Jun
3

What is the Proper Way to Book a Deposit in Quickbooks?

written by Candy

Today we answer Kathy’s question…What is the Proper Way to Book a Deposit in Quickbooks?

Resources:
Quickbooks
eHow: How to Handle a Customer Deposit/Retainer/Prepayment in Quickbooks

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May
4

Should Virtual Assistants use Quickbooks for their business?

written by Candy

Today we answer Theresa’s question… If I loathe QuickBooks and accounting but don’t have the money in my bank to pay a high cost bookkeeper to do my books, is there a solution?

Resources:
Quickbooks – – Simple Start is free and allows you to have 20 customers and vendors, I usually tell people to spring for [...]

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Apr
6

How should a virtual assistant track their time?

written by Candy

Carl asks us about tracking his time for different projects and clients…

Resources:
TraxTime (IVAA members have a discount!)
MyHours
QuickBooks
Freshbooks
Online Stopwatch

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Mar
25

Should a Virtual Assistant post their rates on their website?

written by Candy

Guest vloggers Janet Barclay and Lanel Taylor answer the question, “Should I post my rates on my virtual assistant website?” They each take a side… let’s see what these seasoned VAs have to say…
Listen to these and then give your opinion in the comments…
First up, let’s talk about why you SHOULD… Janet Barclay from Organized [...]

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