Consultants and Money

Today, I have a VERY special episode with fellow CPA (and my hubby!), Ben Goode. Together, we're going to hit on our Top 3 Idaho Favorites...HIS: Idaho breweries, HERs: Idaho Tax Credits and Deductions From a tax standpoint, I'll hit tax incentives that are specific to Idaho residents: Educational charitable giving 529 / college savings plans in Idaho Wood burning stove replacements Plus, you get...

**Subscribe to my newsletter here**   Today is Giving Tuesday - the day we're all "supposed to" give. So I'm talking about generosity in your business… Some of us are waiting for the perfect moment to start giving...to start being generous.  We have these fluid goals inside our heads - filled with goals that keep changing. But here's a news flash (not): there IS no perfect time to start giving! We...

Happy Thanksgiving! ***6 DON'T MISS TAX DEDUCTIONS FOR COACHES*** Get the FREE guide here   Full show notes: ericagoode.com Instagram: @erica.goode.cpa LinkedIn: Erica Goode, CPA

"If we don't pay attention to where you're driving your business, it won't end up where you want it to go." Today I'm talking about business planning for the coming year. I dig deep into 3 crucial questions to ask yourself as you sit down and strategize what 2023 will look like for your business. Here's what a client of mine had to say after we did this exercise for 2022: "I was floundering, and y...

In today's episode, I welcome Wren Robbins, Podcast Coach! In our first-ever interview with a bona fide coach, we dig deep into real talk about coaches-and-money. On a personal note, Wren shares a bit about her own background, how she got started in her business way back when…and what her business looks like today. On a business-money note, we talked about: Pricing: how do you know what to charge...

"Nothing is certain except death and taxes." Benjamin Franklin wasn't trying to sound morbid when he said that, and neither am I. But at the end of the day, you DO have to pay your taxes, and if you don't keep up with them, well…I promise it will catch up with you . So in this episode, I'll be talking about bookkeeping, the one way to ensure that you keep all things money clear and straight in you...

Today we are continuing our foundational mini-series on business money by talking about bank accounts.  Now, just to be totally transparent here, I didn't know what I was doing about setting up an account when I first started my business, either. I felt dumb and naive walking into the bank, and I suspect you might be feeling the same way, too. But I don't want that for you . In this episode, I'll...

Now, I'm sure you work with "nice people", and you may even think you don't need insurance because you're not selling a product, but let me encourage you to listen up, anyway! Today I'm covering : why you do need insurance what base level insurance covers the definition of Liability/General Liability Insurance an important consideration if you plan on running or hosting an event how to start  "sho...

No, friends, it's not a recipe for alphabet soup! It's all about setting a firm foundation for your business! In this episode, I discuss: The difference between a sole proprietorship and an LLC How they differ in terms of your personal asset protection How they affect your bottom line tax-wise When to set up an LLC, and how (it's not as hard as you'd think!) The answer to the question: do I need a...

This week I'm starting a 4-part mini-series. So I took a little trip down memory lane to draw a colorful correlation between my family home - and how important it is for YOU to set up a firm financial foundation. You may think you know what I'm gonna say…but you may also learn a thing or two in the process - and be entertained by my reminder (wink-wink). So tune it! Find my show notes here: ericag...

Whether you don't take care of your hair, or you haven't been taking care of your finances, be assured this is a "shame-free zone." You're here, and that's what matters! I'm not here to judge you…so don't judge yourself, either. In today's episode, I just want to set your fears to rest. So let's move forward together! Find my show notes here: ericagoode.com Reach out on social media and say "Hi!"...

Do you ever feel like money people speak in a foreign language? In today's episode, I recall holiday dinners where everyone around me actually was speaking another language! So today I'm making a pledge to you... and ask that you'd help me be accountable. Find my show notes here: ericagoode.com/podcast Reach out on social media and say "Hi!" on IG - @erica.goode.cpa Or on LinkedIn: Erica Goode, CP...

"Did you Google your tax advice this year?" Perhaps, but that's not really the best idea - and you don't need to do that anymore! Erica Goode, CPA, is a former director of finance with a Fortune 50 company and auditor at a Big Four company. Today, she's into YOUR business!   Speaking to coaches and consultants who are business owners, her goal is to be a free resource for reliable money advice so...