Follow-Up & Communication in Every Area of Business – Part 1
Part 1: Sales – Turning Leads into Revenue In sales, timing isn’t just everything — it’s the difference between closing a deal or watching it slip away. Despite countless studies proving the power of persistence, most sales professionals give up far too early. Here’s the truth: 🔹 Only 2% of sales are made during the […]
The Smart Move After Filing a Tax Extension: Clean Up Your Books
Bottom Line Up Front: If you filed a tax extension for 2024, you have until either September 15 or October 15, 2025, to submit your return. This extended timeline isn’t just breathing room—it’s your strategic opportunity to get your bookkeeping house in order, maximize tax deductions, and set your business up for financial success. The […]
Certified Exit Planning Advisory Meets Strategic Bookkeeping
In today’s competitive and fast-paced environment, understanding your business’s value and knowing how to grow it are no longer just advantages—they are imperatives. With our new Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) designation, we offer not only a deepened expertise in long-term value creation but a unique integration of strategic bookkeeping that positions your business for […]
Busy Work ≠ Productive Work
Introduction: The Illusion of Progress “Everyone’s working hard, but nothing’s moving forward.” This phrase echoes in boardrooms and team meetings across the country. Small business owners often mistake motion for progress, productivity for performance. The truth is, busy work is silently eroding profitability, morale, and momentum. In an age where every hour counts, identifying the […]
The First 90 Days
Starting a new business is exciting—but the first 90 days are crucial. The decisions you make during this time can either create a strong foundation for long-term growth or lead to expensive, avoidable mistakes. If you’ve been searching for how to set up a business the right way, new business startup checklist, or financial setup […]
How to Know What Your Business Is Worth
How to Know What Your Business Is Worth—and Why It Matters for Long-Term Growth For most business owners, their company is the single largest asset they own—yet many have no idea what it’s worth. If you’re like many entrepreneurs, you’ve worked tirelessly to build your business, but have you ever stopped to ask: What is […]
Startup Business Success Starts with Expert Help
Clean Books Strategic Guidance Industry-Specific At Sunderland Valley Enterprises, we are the startup bookkeeping firm founders and operators rely on for accurate financials, fractional CFO insight, and strategic tax planning that fuels long-term growth. Starting a new business is exciting—but without the right foundation, that excitement can quickly turn into confusion, disorganization, and costly mistakes. […]
Small Biz Success Starts with the Right Partner
What Is a Strategic Partner for Accounting and Bookkeeping Services? A strategic accounting and bookkeeping partner does more than categorize expenses and reconcile accounts. They act as a financial guide—helping you understand your numbers, optimize your tax position, build scalable systems, and make informed decisions with real-time financial data. For small business owners and entrepreneurs, […]
Are You Actively Managing Your Tax Strategy?
Taxes can take a huge bite out of your profits, but here’s the thing—most business owners don’t realize how much they’re overpaying simply because they don’t have a year-round tax strategy. Instead of scrambling at tax time, a smart approach means planning ahead, taking advantage of every deduction, and keeping more of your hard-earned money […]
Why Small Businesses Fail
Starting a small business is an ambitious endeavor, but the reality is that many do not survive long-term. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, approximately 20.4% of businesses fail within their first year, 49.4% within five years, and 65.3% within ten years. Understanding the common pitfalls can help entrepreneurs navigate challenges more effectively. […]
