Why Your Office Space is a Bad Investment (And What to Do About It)

Christopher Small breaks down one of the biggest, yet least effective, expenses for many businesses: office space.Through personal stories and lessons learned since 2009, Christopher dives into why a flashy office may not be the best investment for your business.

Why Law Firm Owners Suck at Tax Strategy

Discover the biggest mistake law firm owners make with their tax strategies. Christopher Small of Big Bird Accounting explains why attempting to tackle everything at once leads to overwhelm and procrastination. Instead, he advocates for a methodical approach, focusing on

Should you pay quarterly estimated taxes?

Are quarterly estimated taxes really worth the hassle? In this video, Christopher Small from Big Bird Accounting explores the ins and outs of paying these taxes. Learn when you’re required to start paying, how much you should set aside, and

Should law firm owners pay quarterly estimated income taxes?

For me, the answer is… kind of. 🙂 Here are my thoughts. Read below if you don’t want to watch. I don’t really believe in paying law firm quarterly estimated income taxes. At least not all the way. For example,

Two reasons you should not put your spouse on your small business payroll.

I have heard other small business accountants say you should put your wife on your payroll. They talk about being able to use that income to invest more into retirement accounts and save more on taxes. But is that always the best idea? Here are two reasons it’s NOT a good idea to put your spouse on your payroll.

What are retained earnings?

In this episode of Accounting Insights, Christopher Small dives deep into the topic of retained earnings. He breaks down what retained earnings are, why they matter, and how they impact your financial statements. We’ll explore how to calculate retained earnings, the role they play in business growth, and strategies for managing them effectively. This episode provides essential insights and practical tips on making the most of your retained earnings. Tune in to enhance your accounting knowledge and optimize your financial strategy!

What is a P&L?

What is a P&L? At Big Bird Accounting we do bookkeeping, and we do it well. If you’re looking for any of the following: Make/keep more money; Save on taxes; Grow your business Give us a call so we can

Double entry accounting explained… kind of.

Double entry accounting explained… kind of. At Big Bird Accounting we do bookkeeping, and we do it well. If you’re looking for any of the following: Make/keep more money; Save on taxes; Grow your business Give us a call so