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Pause, Reflect, Adjust: A Year-End Business Review the SBS Way
Skip the guilt and get grounded. This year-end business review isn’t about perfection. It’s about pausing to reflect on what actually happened, what worked, and what financial habits need support.

Karolyn & Bryan LaLonde
Dec 8


What New & Small Businesses Need to Know: The 2025 Tax Brackets & What’s Changed
Feeling foggy about the new tax changes? We’ve broken down the 2025 updates into what changed, why it matters, and how small business owners can get ahead.
Q4 is the moment to make your tax plan. Let's make it make sense.

Karolyn & Bryan LaLonde
Oct 13


Avoiding a Big Tax Bill? Start Now & Not in December
September is the sweet spot for tax planning but most small business owners wait too long to act. This month, we’re walking through smart, non-stressful ways to reduce your tax bill without panic-spending or last-minute scrambling. Pro Tip: how you pay yourself matters more than you think.

Karolyn & Bryan LaLonde
Sep 15


“Write It Off!” Small business tax myths, half-truths, and actual deductions: what you can and can’t write off, explained with real examples.
Heard you can write off your vacation or your favorite blazer? Let’s break down the myths, half-truths, and actual IRS-approved deductions, the SBS way.

Karolyn & Bryan LaLonde
Sep 2


We’re Here - Stillwater, MN 📍SBS is proud to provide accounting services in Stillwater MN & the St. Croix Valley, here’s what that means
Accounting services in Stillwater MN: What Local Businesses Need to Know About Minnesota Taxes

Karolyn & Bryan LaLonde
Jul 26


Big Bill, Real People: What the New Tax Law Means for You (Plain & Practical)
Find out what the Big Beautiful Bill really does for small businesses, with pros and cons, what types of businesses it helps, limitations, and simple steps you can take.

Karolyn & Bryan LaLonde
Jul 12


Inclusive Finance for LGBTQ+ Business Owners: Build Systems That Reflect You
Build financial systems that support your identity and business goals. This guide is for LGBTQ+ business owners who want clarity and alignment.

Karolyn & Bryan LaLonde
Jun 20


Summer Slowdown? Use It to Strengthen Your Finances
Use slower summer weeks to reset your small business finances. This 7-step guide walks you through cleanup, cash flow, and Q3 planning.

Karolyn & Bryan LaLonde
Jun 6


Why Your Bookkeeping System Might Not Be Working
Tired of feeling overwhelmed by your books? Learn how to build a bookkeeping system for small business that works with your workflow, not against it.

Karolyn & Bryan LaLonde
May 30


Burnt Out by Bookkeeping? Here's the Chill Way to Stay on Track Year-Round
Feeling overwhelmed by bookkeeping? You’re not alone. For many small business owners, managing financial records feels more like a burden than a business tool. But with the right systems in place, you can stay organized year-round—without the stress.
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Apr 19
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