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Contractor Success Map with Randal DeHart | Contractor Bookkeeping And Accounting Services

Release Date: 07/20/2018

647: FEA Contractor Success MAP Podcast Farewell Episode

Contractor Success Map with Randal DeHart | Contractor Bookkeeping And Accounting Services

This Podcast Is Episode 647, And It's About FEA Contractor Success MAP Podcast Farewell Episode Hello and welcome back to another episode of the Contractor Success MAP Podcast. I know it’s been a while, but I didn't forget you. This is Norhalma, and today I’m here with a message that feels both bittersweet and full of hope. After more than a decade of serving contractors through Fast Easy Accounting… after countless conversations, resources, templates, job costing tips, and systems… today’s episode marks the closing of a chapter — and the beginning of a brand-new one. This...

646: Insights For Small Construction Business Owners Post-Disruption

Contractor Success Map with Randal DeHart | Contractor Bookkeeping And Accounting Services

This Podcast Is Episode 646, And It's About Insights For Small Construction Business Owners Post-Disruption The past few years have been challenging for small business owners everywhere. For contractors, the global disruptions—pandemic shutdowns, supply chain bottlenecks, labor shortages, and inflation—hit especially hard. Projects were delayed, material costs spiked overnight, and cash flow felt like a rollercoaster. If you’re a small construction business owner, you’ve lived through it. And while it’s been painful, it’s also been a powerful teacher. As construction...

645: Construction Estimates: Why Your Bids Should Spell Everything Out

Contractor Success Map with Randal DeHart | Contractor Bookkeeping And Accounting Services

This Podcast Is Episode 645, And It's About Construction Estimates: Why Your Bids Should Spell Everything Out As a contractor, you’ve likely had this experience: you deliver a job estimate to a client, they accept, and you get to work. Everything goes smoothly—until halfway through the project when the client says, “Wait, I thought this included the backsplash,” or “I assumed cleanup was part of the price.” Suddenly, what you thought was a straightforward project turns into a debate about expectations. The client feels misled, you feel frustrated, and worst of all, your profit...

644: Five Hidden Ways Contractors Lose Profits (And How To Stop It)

Contractor Success Map with Randal DeHart | Contractor Bookkeeping And Accounting Services

This Podcast Is Episode 644, And It's About Five Hidden Ways Contractors Lose Profits (And How To Stop It) Where did the money go? If you've ever looked at your bank account at the end of a busy month and thought, "I did all that work—so where did the money go?", you're not alone. This is one of the most common frustrations we hear from small business owners in the construction industry. You're booking jobs, staying busy, and delivering great work—but the profit doesn't seem to match the effort. As construction bookkeeping specialists, we've seen behind the numbers of dozens of small...

643: Is It Time To Hire A Bookkeeper Or Keep Doing It Yourself

Contractor Success Map with Randal DeHart | Contractor Bookkeeping And Accounting Services

This Podcast Is Episode 643, And It's About Is It Time To Hire A Bookkeeper Or Keep Doing It Yourself A Real-World Guide for Small Construction Business Owners If you run a small construction business, you've probably worn every hat—from estimator and foreman to project manager and, yes, bookkeeper. Initially, doing the books yourself may have seemed manageable. But now, as you grow, you might be asking: "Do I need a bookkeeper, or can I keep doing this myself?" It's a valid question—and the answer depends on where your business is, where it's going, and how you manage your time and...

642: How To Know If It's Time To Raise Your Rates Without Losing Clients

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This Podcast Is Episode 642, And It's About How To Know If It's Time To Raise Your Rates Without Losing Clients A Practical Guide for Contractors Who Want to Stay Profitable—Without Scaring Off Business If you're like most small construction business owners, you've probably had this thought: "I'm working non-stop, but I'm still barely keeping up—should I raise my prices?" And then right after that, the fear kicks in: "What if I lose clients? What if no one can afford me anymore?" As construction bookkeeping specialists, we hear this frequently. Contractors are nervous to raise their...

641: A Week In The Life Of A Profitable Contractor- Habits That Pay Off

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This Podcast Is Episode 641, And It's About A Week In The Life Of A Profitable Contractor- Habits That Pay Off If you're a small construction business owner, you know what it feels like to be busy but not consistently profitable. You're running from job sites to supply runs to client meetings, answering calls at night, and still wondering where the money went at the end of the month. Here's the truth we see every day as construction bookkeeping specialists: The most successful contractors aren't just working harder—they've built weekly habits and systems that keep the business running while...

640: How To Build Systems That Support Your Construction Business

Contractor Success Map with Randal DeHart | Contractor Bookkeeping And Accounting Services

This Podcast Is Episode 640, And It's About How To Build Systems That Support Your Construction Business Turning the 3 Pillars—Marketing, Accounting, and Production—Into Repeatable Routines(without adding more work) You've done the hard part—you're running a construction business, getting jobs, and turning out quality work. Perhaps you've even begun to refine your marketing, job costing, and project delivery strategies, thanks to the three pillars we've discussed: Attracting the Right Jobs, Controlling the Money, and Delivering Projects Profitably. But here's the next step that will...

639: Pillar 3 - Delivering Construction Projects Profitably

Contractor Success Map with Randal DeHart | Contractor Bookkeeping And Accounting Services

This Podcast Is Episode 639, And It's About Pillar 3: Delivering Construction Projects Profitably A Construction Bookkeeper's Guide to Smarter Production for Small Contractors You've done the hard work: marketed your services, landed the job, and priced it to make a solid profit. But here's where a lot of small construction businesses lose money—even after doing everything right up to this point. That moment is project execution—or what we in the business world call production. As construction bookkeeping specialists, we've seen many jobs transition from profitable to painful...

638: Pillar 2: Controlling The Money - Construction Accounting And Bookkeeping

Contractor Success Map with Randal DeHart | Contractor Bookkeeping And Accounting Services

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This Podcast Is Episode Number 0278, And It Will Be About Hot New Construction Accounting Services At Fast Easy Accounting

New Services For Contractors At Fast Easy Accounting

We are continually searching for more and better ways to remove time wasting paperwork chores so you can focus on what you do best, running your construction company.

Change occurs every day in our lives. (Hint: Only wet babies like change). Fast Easy Accounting must adapt to the needs of our Clients in a world that is mobile. Ten years ago, we only worked with clients in Washington State. Now our clients are all over the USA. With the addition of Fast Easy Accounting Store, we have helped Construction Contractors outside of the US. Contractors all over the world have common issues. QuickBooks and Xero Customized Setup, Chart of Accounts, Items Lists – We Can Help A Little or A Lot depending on your needs.

Our Primary Focus Has Been Construction Contractors In The USA

Now we have some new tools, technology and apps like Xero Accounting For Contractors which will allow us to support construction contractors in more countries including Canada.

We understand what you need and especially the need to turn Paperwork Chaos into understandable reports. Whenever possible, we quote Flat Rate Price For Your Contractor Bookkeeping Needs.

The process is a little more complicated when using QuickBooks Desktop, cleaning up missing transactions and merging all of your existing “stuff” to our Customized Setup for Construction Contractors.

Reminder: Deadline To File 2017 Annual Taxes Is Coming Have you filed 2015, 2016, 2017 tax returns? State and Federal Tax Laws are always changing. To save money on your annual taxes, we recommend you have a Tax Accountant – and convert your Construction Company to an S-Corp.

We will continue to use QuickBooks Desktop In The Cloud This works with all Windows, Android or Apple device. Speaking of which QuickBooks MAC Version was discontinued in 2016 so for as long as it works – Enjoy. Other industries are changing and embracing new technology and so must Fast Easy Accounting. As a Construction Contractor, you need answers and solutions that work where you are, when you are available; which means in your truck on the job site or meeting clients.

We are expanding from only using QuickBooks Desktop to adding Xero Accounting Software to our Construction Accounting Practice because in our expert opinion as Construction Accountants that a Construction Contractor like you needs solutions that QuickBooks Desktop is never going to provide!

Being mobile and using apps that all work together is wonderful. Not all app play well together; it is not a setup, integrate and never touch it again process – no matter what the sales department will tell you.

Custom QuickBooks Setup For Construction Contractors

Custom Xero Setup For Construction Contractors

What is Outsourced Accounting? We do the bookkeeping; you create invoices, collect money, pay bills. What is Do-It-Yourself Accounting” You do everything with little or no support? Remember there are only so many hours in the day. Do you know what 10 minutes are costing you? What would you do differently with it?

What Is Xero Accounting For Construction Contractors?

We always think in terms of what does a Contractor like you need? Not what we think is cool, rather what do you want and what keeps you awake at night? What drives you crazy? Moreover, how we can help you become more Process Dependent and less People Dependent because you cannot count on people to do what you want.

QuickBooks Desktop has met the needs of contractors for decades since it was introduced in 1991 which is when we first started using it. We will continue supporting contractors in our Accounting Practice who are using QuickBooks Desktop in the cloud when it is the best fit for their company.

For contractors who decide to switch from QuickBooks Desktop, QuickBooks Online, QuickBooks Mac or most other accounting software and just plain Excel documents and paper we can transfer your data into Xero and, you can access it from any web-enabled Windows, Android or Apple device. Since QuickBooks Mac was discontinued in 2016, it may be time to make the switch to Xero the perfect alternative.

Let's Talk Straight Owner To Owner

Randal and Sharie have been where you are now which means we feel your pain of coming home after a hard day on the job and have to sit at your desk and stare at a pile of paperwork.

Change is hard. Just as you have changed the tools, you use in the field, for example, the hand held hammer vs. the nail gun, so must your Accounting Software change to meet your current needs.

How you deal with your receipts, invoicing, job costing, tracking employee time on the job with GPS tracking to avoid paying for time, not on the job needs to change to something that is easy to use and mobile friendly.

Using our Custom Xero Set Up For Contractors and our recommended apps gives you a clear picture of the numbers using Dashboards, Graphs, Financial Reports, Cash Flow Reports, Key Performance Indicators, Job Costing Reports work together to provide insights to operate and grow your Construction Company and you can do it all in LESS THAN TEN MINUTES A DAY!

After countless hours of research and analysis, we chose Xero Accounting Software because we have an extensive background in construction and construction accounting which means we understand you, your needs, wants, wishes and desires are as a contractor.

WorkFlowMAX Construction Project Tracking Job Costing

Three inventions that changed the world for Construction Contractors:

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WorkFlowMax

I have searched far and wide starting in 1976 for a simple, easy to use Job Costing System and everything available either cost way to much or was based on a cheese-ball cobbled together mess of Excel sheets, I developed my fair share of these monstrosities and none of them are worth a darn! When I discovered the updated and beautifully designed WorkFlowMax it was like an oasis in the desert!

This is going to be a game changer for contractors like you who are smart enough to get on board early. And to make is easy we are offering a Test Drive of Xero For Contractor + WorkflowMax For Contractor + Projects For Contractor for $9.95!

Fast Easy Accounting 206-361-3950 Contractors Bookkeeping Services Xero Accounting Online a Certified Partner Randal DeHart, PMP

Outsourced Accounting Promotion – Flat Rate Pricing Using Xero Accounting Software
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New Promotion - Developed To Address Your Concerns What Xero Looks Like With Your Data.
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Continuing to use QuickBooks Desktop is always an option. We can convert from your QuickBooks Online file to QuickBooks Desktop. The most cost-effective method is choosing QuickBooks Setup (if setting up a new file) Chart of Accounts, Item Lists if upgrading an existing QuickBooks file. Short Answer – Yes, We Can Help!.

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Sharie DeHart, QPA is the co-founder of Business Consulting And Accounting in Lynnwood Washington. She is the leading expert in managing outsourced construction bookkeeping and accounting services companies and cash management accounting for small construction companies across the USA. She encourages Contractors and Construction Company Owners to stay current on their tax obligations and offers insights on how to manage the remaining cash flow to operate and grow their construction company sales and profits so they can put more money in the bank. http://www.fasteasyaccounting.com/sharie-dehart/ 206-361-3950 or sharie@fasteasyaccounting.com

I trust this podcast helps you understand that outsourcing your contractor's bookkeeping services to us is about more than just “doing the bookkeeping”; it is about taking a holistic approach to your entire construction company and helping support you as a contractor and as a person.

We Remove Contractor's Unique Paperwork Frustrations

We understand the good, bad and the ugly about owning and operating construction companies because we have had several of them and we sincerely care about you and your construction company!

That is all I have for now, and if you have listened to this far please do me the honor of commenting and rating the Podcast www.FastEasyAccounting.com/podcast Tell me what you liked, did not like, tell it as you see it because your feedback is crucial and I thank you in advance.

You Deserve To Be Wealthy Because You Bring Value To Other People's Lives!

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This Is One more example of how Fast Easy Accounting is helping construction company owners across the USA including Alaska and Hawaii put more money in the bank to operate and grow your construction company. Construction accounting is not rocket science; it is a lot harder than that, and a lot more valuable to construction contractors like you so stop missing out and call Sharie 206-361-3950 or email sharie@fasteasyaccounting.com

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This guide will help you learn what to look for in outsourced construction accounting.

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Thank you very much, and I hope you understand we do care about you and all contractors regardless of whether or not you ever hire our services.
Bye for now until our next episode here on the Contractors Success MAP Podcast.

Enjoy your day.

Sharie

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Most Contractors Setup QuickBooks Desktop Version In One Of Three Ways:

#1 EZ Step Interview inside QuickBooks Setup
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And QuickBooks Does Not Work The Way They Want It Too!

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#2 Click Here To Buy Just The Chart Of Accounts For Your Specific Contracting Company

Short List Of Construction Contractors We Serve

Asphalt Contractor Asphalt Contractor Brand New Contractor Brand New Contractor Brick And Stone Contractor Brick And Stone Contractor Cabinet Installation Contractor Cabinet Installation Contractor Carpentry Contractor Carpentry Contractor Carpet And Tile Contractor Carpet And Tile Contractor Commercial Tenant Improvement Contractor Commercial Tenant Improvement Contractor Concrete Contractor Concrete Contractor Construction Employees Construction Employees Construction Manager Construction Manager Construction Support Specialist Construction Support Specialist Custom Deck Contractor Custom Deck Contractor Custom Home Builder Custom Home Builder Demolition Contractor Demolition Contractor Drywall Contractor Drywall Contractor Electrical Contractor Electrical Contractor Emerging Contractor Emerging Contractor Excavation Contractor Excavation Contractor Finish Millwork Contractor Finish Millwork Contractor Flipper House Contractor Flipper House Contractor Flooring Contractor Flooring Contractor Foundation Contractor Foundation Contractor Framing Contractor Framing Contractor General Contractor General Contractor Glass Installation Contractor Glass Installation Contractor Gutter Contractor Gutter Contractor Handyman Contractor Handyman Contractor Hot Tub Contractor Hot Tub Contractor HVAC Contractor HVAC Contractor Insulation Contractor Insulation Contractor Interior Designer Contractor Interior Designer Contractor Land Development Contractor Land Development Contractor Landscape Contractor Landscape Contractor Lawn And Yard Maintenance Contractor Lawn And Yard Maintenance Contractor Masonry Contractor Masonry Contractor Mold Remediation Contractor Mold Remediation Contractor Moss Removal Contractor Moss Removal Contractor Painting Contractor Painting Contractor Plaster Contractor Plaster Contractor Plaster And Stucco Contractor Plaster And Stucco Contractor Plumbing Contractor Plumbing Contractor Pressure Washing Contractor Pressure Washing Contractor Remodel Contractor Remodel Contractor Renovation Contractor Renovation Contractor Restoration Contractor Restoration Contractor Roofing Contractor Roofing Contractor Siding Contractor Siding Contractor Spec Home Builder Spec Home Builder Specialty Contractor Specialty Contractor Stone Mason Contractor Stone Mason Contractor Stucco Contractor Stucco Contractor Subcontractor Subcontractor Swimming Pool Contractor Swimming Pool Contractor Swimming Pool And Hot Tub Contractor Swimming Pool And Hot Tub Contractor Tile And Carpet Contractor Tile And Carpet Contractor Trade Contractor Trade Contractor Tree Contractor Tree Contractor Underground Contractor Underground Contractor Utility Contractor Utility Contractor Waterproofing ContractorWaterproofing ContractorWindow Contractor Window Contractor

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We Serve Over 100 Types Of Contractors So If Your Type Of Company Is Not Listed

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There Is A Good Chance We Can Help You!

Call Now: 206-361-3950

Additional QuickBooks Templates, Resources, And Services

QuickBooks Set Up Templates Solopreneur

QuickBooks Chart Of Accounts Free Stuff

QuickBooks Item Lists Templates Consulting

We Serve Over 100 Types Of Contractors So If Your Type Of Company Is Not Listed

Please Do Not Be Concerned Because If You Are A Contractor

There Is A Good Chance We Can Help You!

Call Now: 206-361-3950

If you are a blogger, who writes about construction we would like to hear from you.

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This Podcast Is Episode Number 0278, And It Will Be About Hot New Construction Accounting Services At Fast Easy Accounting

New Services For Contractors At Fast Easy Accounting

Our Primary Focus Has Been Construction Contractors In The USA

Custom QuickBooks Setup For Construction Contractors

Custom Xero Setup For Construction Contractors

What Is Xero Accounting For Construction Contractors?

Let's Talk Straight Owner To Owner

WorkFlowMAX Construction Project Tracking Job Costing

Download The Contractors APP Now!

The QR Code Below Will Go

Apple Or Android Store

Whichever One

You Need

We Remove Contractor's Unique Paperwork Frustrations

You Deserve To Be Wealthy Because You Bring Value To Other People's Lives!

Contractor Bookkeeping Done For You!

Our Workflow Removes Your Paperwork Frustrations

For Contractors Who Prefer

To Do Your Bookkeeping

Fast Easy Accounting Do-It-Yourself Construction Accounting Store Is Open

Most Contractors Setup QuickBooks Desktop Version In One Of Three Ways:

And QuickBooks Does Not Work The Way They Want It Too!

The Answer:

#1 Click Here To Buy An Entire QuickBooks Setup For Your Specific Contracting Company

#2 Click Here To Buy Just The Chart Of Accounts For Your Specific Contracting Company

Short List Of Construction Contractors We Serve

Additional QuickBooks Templates, Resources, And Services

We Serve Over 100 Types Of Contractors So If Your Type Of Company Is Not Listed

Please Do Not Be Concerned Because If You Are A Contractor

There Is A Good Chance We Can Help You!

Call Now: 206-361-3950

Additional QuickBooks Templates, Resources, And Services

We Serve Over 100 Types Of Contractors So If Your Type Of Company Is Not Listed

Please Do Not Be Concerned Because If You Are A Contractor

There Is A Good Chance We Can Help You!

Call Now: 206-361-3950

If you are a blogger, who writes about construction we would like to hear from you.

https://www.fasteasyaccounting.com/guestblogger

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