Profit ≠ Cash Flow: Know the Difference

Many businesses celebrate a “profitable” month—only to realize they’re short on cash at month-end.
Here’s why:
📊 Profit shows what you earned on paper.
💵 Cash flow shows what’s actually in your account.
You can be profitable and still run into cash problems if:
✅ Customer payments are delayed
✅ Inventory ties up funds
✅ Expenses aren’t aligned

🔑 Tip: Always review your cash flow statement alongside your profit & loss report.

📌 At CMCPA Services, we help businesses stay on top of both profits and cash flow so you can make smarter financial decisions.

U.S. Tax-Ready Checklist for Small Business Owners

Be prepared. Stay compliant. Maximize your deductions.
By CMCPA Services – Helping U.S.-Based Entrepreneurs Stay Tax-Ready Year-Round

🗂️ 1. Organize Your Business Documents

✔️ Business Registration (EIN, LLC, S-Corp docs)
✔️ Prior Year’s Tax Return (Federal & State)
✔️ Articles of Incorporation or Partnership Agreement
✔️ IRS Correspondence (if any)

📊 2. Update Your Bookkeeping

✔️ All income and expenses recorded
✔️ Bank & credit card statements reconciled
✔️ Categorized transactions (with receipts if possible)
✔️ Accurate chart of accounts
✔️ Up-to-date financial reports (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)

🧾 3. Collect Your Tax Documents

✔️ 1099-K / 1099-NEC / 1099-MISC forms
✔️ W-2s (if you have employees)
✔️ Business loan statements & interest paid
✔️ Asset purchases or disposals (equipment, vehicles)
✔️ Estimated tax payments made (IRS & State)

💼 4. Track Deductions & Credits

✔️ Home office expenses (sq. ft. + bills)
✔️ Mileage or vehicle expenses (with logs)
✔️ Internet, phone, and software tools
✔️ Professional services (legal, accounting, etc.)
✔️ Business meals, travel, and marketing costs
✔️ Depreciation on business assets
✔️ Employer credits (if applicable)

📆 5. Key Deadlines to Remember

📌 January 31 – 1099s & W-2s due to contractors/employees
📌 March 15 – S-Corp / Partnership tax return deadline
📌 April 15 – Individual & single-member LLC tax return
📌 Quarterly – Estimated taxes due: Apr 15, Jun 15, Sep 15, Jan 15

👩‍💼 BONUS: Work With a Professional

Don’t wait until the last minute. Avoid costly mistakes and missed deductions.

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