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Barton CPA

Saving people money one tax return at a time. Accounting specialists, tax planners extraordinaire! Offices in Palm Springs, Palm Desert and Antelope Valley!

Welcome & Many Happy Returns
Our firm prides itself on being fun yet offering a unique blend of advanced accounting techniques along with good old fashioned service. As a premier CPA firm we offer a full range of financial services. Our values include putting you first, giving back to our community, and being accepting of all people – all with a positive mental attitude! We have offices in Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Antelope Valley and Redlands. Visit our website for more information! Open Mon-Fri, 9 am to 5 pm as well as virtually for all appointments and uploading of documents via our secure portal.

09/27/2026

Wasn't it just January? ⁉️🧐

Before the holidays, parties, travel and year-end madness arrive, this is a great time for a quick business reality check.

How does 2026 actually look?
📈 Revenue
💵 Profitability
🧾 Expenses
💰 Cash flow
🎯 Goals
📅 Year-end tax strategy

If something isn't where you hoped it would be, here's the good news: The year isn't over yet.
There is still time to adjust, plan and make thoughtful decisions before December 31.

Don't wait until you're popping ch*****ne on New Year's Eve to wonder how the year went. 🥂
Know your numbers. Then finish strong. We can help. bartonCPA.com

09/25/2026

💰 But we made a profit. Where did all the money go? If you've ever asked that question, welcome to business ownership. 😉

Profit and cash flow are not the same thing.

Your business can look profitable on paper while cash is tied up in receivables, inventory, equipment purchases, debt payments or other expenses.

That's why looking at your bank balance alone doesn't tell you how your business is actually performing. Understanding where your money is coming from, and where it's going can help you make better decisions before a cash-flow squeeze catches you by surprise.

Team Barton can help turn all those numbers into something much more useful: Clarity. 🙌🏻🎉

09/22/2026

🧾 We need to talk about your receipt drawer.

You know the one.

Maybe it’s an actual drawer. Maybe it’s a shoebox. Maybe it’s the center console of your car. Or perhaps you've graduated to the highly sophisticated system known as “I know I put it somewhere.” 😂

Good recordkeeping isn't just about making your CPA happy. It helps you understand your expenses, capture legitimate deductions, substantiate transactions and make tax time considerably less painful.

And there's still time to clean things up before year-end. Your future self - and possibly your CPA - will thank you. We can help, make an appointment today!

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Organized books. Better information. Fewer surprises.

09/16/2026

Can I deduct my dog? 🐶

This is one of those wonderfully optimistic business-expense questions!

If kitty legitimately protects business property, there may be limited circumstances worth discussing. But if Milo's primary responsibilities include napping, snacking and improving office morale? Ummm, we may need a stronger business case. 😄

When it comes to deductions, business purpose and documentation matter. Before assuming an unusual expense qualifies, ask us.

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Good questions lead to smarter tax planning.

09/14/2026

Still practicing receipt archaeology? 🧾

You know the process:
🤔 Open the mystery box.
🔍 Carefully excavate the receipts.
📍 Attempt to identify something purchased nine months ago.
🤔 Wonder why the ink has completely disappeared.

There’s a better way.

Keeping your records current throughout the year saves time, reduces stress and gives you a much clearer picture of how your business is actually doing.
Bring us the shoebox if you must—but let’s make it the last one. 😉

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Better books. Better decisions. Fewer archaeological digs.

09/10/2026

Friendly reminder to check your emails and get your tax docs in before the 9/15 deadline.

09/09/2026

September 15 called. ☎️ ... And no, it wasn’t just checking in.

The next federal estimated-tax payment deadline may apply to business owners, independent contractors and others who don’t have enough tax withheld throughout the year.

❓ Not sure whether you need to pay—or how much?

That’s a much better question to ask before the deadline than after it. Give us a call. We’ll help you review your numbers and avoid unnecessary surprises.

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Smart planning starts before the deadline.

09/07/2026

Even your finances deserve a day off. 🐾☀️

Labor Day is for putting the laptop away, ignoring the inbox and perfecting the fine art of doing absolutely nothing.

And when your books are current, your taxes are planned for and your business finances are in good hands? You can relax like this guy. 😎🐶🏖️

From all of us at Barton CPA, enjoy a well-earned Labor Day.
You’ve worked hard for it.

Happy Labor Day! 🇺🇸

09/04/2026

September is the new January. 📊

Okay, maybe not officially. But for business owners, September is a pretty great time for a financial reset.

There are still 4 months left in the year to review your numbers, adjust your tax strategy, look at estimated payments, plan purchases and expenses, and make decisions that could affect your 2026 tax picture.

Wait until December 29th?
Technically possible.
Our preferred strategy? Not that. 😄

A little planning now can make year-end—and tax season—a whole lot easier.
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Let’s make the last four months count.

09/03/2026

Wait… THAT was deductible? 🤔

Tax history is filled with some pretty unusual deductions.
Depending on the circumstances, taxpayers have successfully deducted everything from guard dogs used to protect a business to unusual promotional expenses and even certain costs associated with maintaining a business “image.”

But before you decide your Labradoodle is now Head of Security… 🐕‍🦺
The details matter. A lot.

A legitimate business deduction generally needs to meet specific IRS requirements, and what worked for someone else may have absolutely nothing to do with your situation. That’s why good tax planning isn't about finding crazy loopholes. It’s about knowing which legitimate opportunities apply to you and your business.

bartoncpa.com
Smart planning. Fewer surprises. (And no, we probably can't deduct your dog. 😉)

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Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

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