Reports You Need Before Quitting Quickbooks Online Subscription

Before canceling your QuickBooks Online subscription, export or print key reports like the Balance Sheet, Trial Balance, Profit & Loss, and General Ledger to ensure you have access to your financial data for future reference, tax filings, or audits. 

Here’s a breakdown of the reports you should consider exporting or printing:

Essential Reports:

  • Balance Sheet: Provides a snapshot of your assets, liabilities, and equity at a specific point in time.
  • Profit & Loss (Income Statement): Shows your revenue, expenses, and net income or loss over a specific period.
  • General Ledger: A comprehensive record of all financial transactions, essential for audits and detailed analysis. 

Other Useful Reports:

  • Sales Tax Liability: If applicable, ensures you have records of your sales tax obligations.
  • Statement of Cash Flows: Tracks the movement of cash in and out of your business.
  • Inventory Valuation Summary: If you have inventory, this report helps track its value.
  • Customer Balance/Vendor Balance: Provides a summary of outstanding balances for customers and vendors.
  • A/R Aging Summary and A/P Aging Summary: Helps track outstanding accounts receivable and payable. 

How to Export Data:

  1. Go to the Gear icon .
  2. Select “Export Data” under Tools .
  3. Set the date range: in the Reports tab.
  4. Add or remove items from the Reports and Lists tabs .
  5. Click “Export to Excel” . 

You may download any report that is important to you. If you need some assistance, we can help!

Maximizing ROI in Real Estate

What is ROI in Real Estate?

RETURN ON INVESTMENT (ROI) in real estate measures the profitability of a property investment. It’s calculated using the formula:

A higher ROI means your real estate investments are generating strong returns, while a lower ROI may indicate inefficiencies or areas for improvement.

How a Bookkeeper & Accountant Can Help Real Estate Businesses Increase ROI

As a bookkeeper and accountant specializing in real estate, we help investors, landlords, and agents maximize their ROI through:

  1. Accurate Expense Tracking
    • Categorizing operating costs (maintenance, property management fees, utilities, etc.)
    • Identifying tax-deductible expenses to minimize liabilities
  2. Cash Flow Optimization
    • Monitoring rental income vs. expenses to ensure profitability
    • Implementing strategies to reduce vacancies and late payments
  3. Smart Tax Planning & Deductions
    • Maximizing deductions like depreciation, mortgage interest, and property taxes
    • Structuring investments to optimize tax benefits
  4. Financial Analysis & Investment Decisions
    • Evaluating properties based on ROI and cash flow projections
    • Advising on whether to hold, sell, or refinance properties
  5. Budgeting & Forecasting for Growth
    • Creating financial plans to scale a real estate portfolio
    • Forecasting potential market trends to make informed investment decisions
  6. Ensuring Compliance & Reducing Risks
    • Keeping records up to date for audits and legal compliance
    • Helping navigate financial regulations in real estate

By partnering with an experienced bookkeeper and accountant, real estate business owners can gain financial clarity, improve cash flow, and make smarter investment decisions—all leading to a higher return on investment.