George CPA Firm, LLC

10/25/2026

Did you know? A bank balance doesn’t tell you how much you can afford to pay yourself.

Upcoming payroll, unpaid bills, and tax obligations may already account for part of that money.

Before taking an owner payment, review what the business needs to cover.

The bank balance shows what is there now. It doesn’t account for every upcoming obligation or a customer who may pay late.

Reviewing those commitments before paying yourself helps you:
- Cover payroll and bills on time.
- Avoid putting personal money back into the business.
- Establish a more consistent owner payment.

💡know what the business needs to keep before deciding what you can take home.

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10/22/2026

Your business money moves. Make sure you know when.

Check your banking settings for alerts about:

✓ Payments and transfers
✓ New logins or devices
✓ Password or contact changes

Choose who will monitor them and follow up on unfamiliar activity.

Unexpected notification? Open your bank’s app directly to check it.

Save this reminder and review your business account alerts today.

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10/19/2026

Did you know? Your biggest client may not be your most profitable.

Extra revisions, unbilled hours, and rising delivery costs can eat into the margin. Reviewing income and costs by client helps you see which relationships are earning their keep.

Do you know which client brings your business the strongest profit?

A large client may generate substantial revenue but require so many extra hours, revisions, or unreimbursed expenses that little profit remains.

Understanding profitability by client helps an owner decide:
- When to adjust pricing to reflect the actual work.
- Where to set boundaries around requests outside the agreed scope.
- Which work to pursue when the team’s capacity is limited.
The practical takeaway for the post is: Before taking on more work, understand which work is actually paying off.

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10/07/2026

Phishing emails are getting smarter and businesses have to stay one step ahead.

Recently, our team received an email that appeared to be connected to QuickBooks billing. It looked legitimate. But after verifying it directly with QuickBooks Support, we confirmed it was a phishing attempt.

That experience reinforced a simple rule:
Stop. Check. Verify.

Before clicking a link or responding to an unexpected billing request:
- Check the full sender email address and domain.
- Be cautious with urgent payment or account requests.
- Avoid clicking links until the message has been verified.
- When in doubt, contact the company through its official website or trusted contact information.

Cybersecurity is a team responsibility. One moment of verification can help prevent compromised accounts, stolen credentials and financial loss.

Stay vigilant. Protect your business.
- George CPA Firm, LLC - www.georgecpafirm.com

10/05/2026

Strong businesses are built on more than numbers. They’re also built on strong relationships.

That’s why we’re excited to join fellow business owners and Chamber members for the Community Ribbon Cutting at The Spaghetti Western.

George CPA Firm will be one of the featured businesses, and we’re looking forward to an evening of conversation, connection, and supporting the businesses that help make our Houston community stronger.

Come connect with us and meet other members of the Greater Heights business community.

10/02/2026

Buying a home or applying for financial aid? You may need a copy of your tax records.
The IRS explains how to access them online or request them by mail: [irs.gov/transcripts](https://www.irs.gov/transcripts).

Need a copy of your tax records? Whether you're buying a home, applying for student financial aid or preparing for a major life event, the offers several options:

1. Use your individual account to view, print or download your transcripts and other tax records online
2. Request your transcripts and other tax records by mail

If you need your information quickly, start with your online account for convenient access. Learn more: www.irs.gov/transcripts

09/28/2026

IRS2Go is now the IRS app, with more ways to check your tax information and make payments from your phone.
Already have IRS2Go? Update the app, and use [IRS.gov/app](https://www.irs.gov/app) for the official links.

IRS2Go has a new name and more features!

The IRS app gives taxpayers secure access to services from their phone. View available balance information, make a payment, access certain notices and letters, review tax records, and more. Current IRS2Go users don't need to download a new app. If automatic updates are enabled, the app will update on its own. You can also update it through the Apple App Store or Google Play.

For verified links to the official app and to help protect yourself from scams, start here: IRS.gov/app

09/25/2026

Day 1 is done, and today we are back for Day 2 of the 2026 PASBA Virtual National Training Meeting.

At George CPA Firm, one of our core values is *Always Learning*, and this week our team is putting that value into action.

Our staff are taking part in training designed for bookkeepers, managers, and owners of PASBA member accounting firms, learning new ideas and strengthening the way we work together and serve our clients.

A better team starts with a team that keeps learning.

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09/19/2026

Business owners, need to make a federal tax payment?

You can pay directly through the IRS using your bank account.

The IRS offers several electronic payment options for businesses, including:

• IRS Direct Pay for balance due payments, federal tax deposits, and other eligible business tax payments
• IRS Business Tax Account to make payments, view balances, and review payment history
• EFTPS for recurring payments and broader business tax payment needs

These options are free and designed to help you pay securely and on time.

Quick tip: Always save your payment confirmation for your records and share it with your tax professional.

Learn more about business tax payments directly through the IRS:
https://www.irs.gov/payments/eftps-the-electronic-federal-tax-payment-system
https://www.eftps.gov/eftps/

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