Your business card doesn’t make a purchase automatically deductible. (That would be cool though) People say it all the time, “If it’s for the business, it’s a write-off!” I wish that were true. But that’s bad advice. Together we’re going to break down the difference between a business expense and a tax deduction (spoiler, they […]

Bookkeeping, Taxes

September 9, 2026

Business vs. Personal Expenses: A Bookkeeper’s Guide

Jen Fischer, owner of Numbers By Jen. A bookkeeping agency offering monthly bookeeping support for small business owners in Ohio and across the US.

You can DIY your books. But can you read them? 🤓 Most business owners can type numbers into a spreadsheet. The harder part is knowing what those numbers are actually trying to tell you. “I mean… it’s just numbers in a spreadsheet, right? Surely I can do that myself.” I’ve heard that from a lot […]

Bookkeeping

August 12, 2026

Am I Doing My Bookkeeping Right? 15 Questions to Find Out

Jen Fischer owner of Numbers by Jen Bookkeeping for small business owners

(A nonjudgmental guide for small biz owners who’d rather be doing literally anything else) Let’s be real: if you’ve ever opened QuickBooks, stared at a bunch of uncategorized transactions, and immediately closed the tab again… you’re not alone. Whether you’re DIYing your books in a spreadsheet, trying to stay afloat in QuickBooks, or finally ready […]

Bookkeeping, Small Business Tips

May 28, 2025

What Level of Bookkeeping Support Do You Really Need?