Inventory, manufacturing process, business success topics for small DTC manufacturers.
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Amazon now offers embedded QuickBooks access in Seller Central. But is giving Amazon direct access to your financial data the right move? Here's what you need to know — and a different way to connect your accounting without sharing everything.
The Shopify QuickBooks Connector just forced a major update — and makers are watching their orders fail to sync, customer data vanish, and COGS calculations break. Here's what went wrong, when it makes sense (and doesn't), and a better path for product-based businesses.
QuickBooks is excellent accounting software — but it wasn't built for makers who manufacture products. Here's an honest look at what it does well, where it breaks down for small manufacturers, and how to build a system that actually works.
product updates
Craftybase now syncs your Cost of Goods Sold and inventory valuations directly to QuickBooks Online. No more manual journal entries or month-end scrambles — your books stay accurate automatically.
Learn why Craftybase launched QuickBooks PO Sync first — a lightweight, time-saving way for product-based brands to export POs directly to QuickBooks, and the foundation for deeper integration to come.
Discover essential bookkeeping tips for Etsy sellers to manage finances effectively! Learn about inventory tracking, utilizing software like QuickBooks and Craftybase, understanding Etsy fees, and hiring financial help. Perfect for makers aiming for profitability and growth.
We discuss the features you need to consider when selecting accounting software in 2024 as an Etsy seller.
We show you the easy (and surefire way!) to calculate your Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) accurately and with a minimum of fuss.
We discuss how cash based accounting may not be the best option for your handmade business.
We discuss the considerations around how to select the best bookkeeping software if you are a handmade business.
Confused about your tax obligations as a handmade seller? Read on to find out how to stay on the right side of the tax man.
inventory management
Thinking of setting up or purchasing a spreadsheet to get your handmade inventory under control? Before you do, you'll want to read this.
We discuss the different structures available for US businesses, and show you the advantages and disadvantages of each one.
Wondering if your handmade business is considered a hobby or a business? This article will explain the finer details from a tax perspective.
This article discusses how shipping label costs from your Etsy sales can be claimed on your tax return.
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