Guest Column: The Bottom Line – The Rule of 72

The Bottom Line-Monthly Accounting Advice for Better Business- September 2009 Brought to you by Capital Bookkeeping The Rule of 72 The Rule of 72 estimates the number of years it takes your investment to double in value at any given compounded interest rate. For example, if you invested $5,000 at 8% interest, it will take…

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Guest Column: Too good to be true?

Too good to be true? By Mitch Gebauer Service Manager, Garvin’s Sewer Service   Have you ever received a flyer in the mail or heard an advertisement on the radio about a free or a discounted price on a video inspection of your sewer line?   This seems to be a great deal, but like…

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Guest Column: Monthly Accounting Advice for Better Business – Employee Fraud

The Bottom Line-Monthly Accounting Advice for Better Business August 2009 Brought to you by Capital Bookkeeping Employee Fraud Perception of Detection is one of the strongest deterrents to occupational fraud and theft. Let employees know you are actively seeking and auditing your business for potential fraud. High risk areas include cash, portable inventory, higher levels…

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Guest Column: Learning to Relax

Learning to Relax By Roseanna Frechette Relaxation 101. That might be a helpful back-to-school class, especially since so many people don’t know how to relax. But most people would never sign up for this class because most people place relaxation low on the list of priorities. And those that might know the importance of relaxation…

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