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Managing Payroll for Remote Employees in Vancouver BC
Written by Stephen Beard, Managing Director of Plyo Bookkeeping, a Vancouver-based bookkeeping firm. Managing Payroll for Remote Employees- Traditionally, in the pre-COVID-19 world, people mostly worked in the same province where they lived. This rise of remote work means that many Canadians are now working remotely in a different province from where their employer is…
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Guide to Business Incorporation in British Columbia, Canada
Written by Stephen Beard, Managing Director of Plyo Bookkeeping, a Vancouver-based bookkeeping firm. As a remote-first business, I’ve been ensuring I connect with other business owners in Vancouver by attending evening networking events. Among the various topics that arise in these conversations, one recurring question from new business owners is about incorporating business in Canada.…
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Move your Desktop Accounting Software to QuickBooks or Xero
Written by Stephen Beard, Managing Director of Plyo Bookkeeping, a Vancouver-based bookkeeping firm. In today’s fast-paced business world, cloud-based accounting software like QuickBooks and Xero have become the go-to solutions for managing finances efficiently. If you’ve been using desktop accounting software and are considering leaping to the cloud, you’re on the right track. This transition…
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Canadian eCommerce Tax Guide: GST, HST, PST, and US Sales
Written by Stephen Beard, Managing Director of Plyo Bookkeeping, a Vancouver-based bookkeeping firm. Running an e-commerce business in Canada can be incredibly rewarding, but it also comes with unique tax responsibilities, primarily involving the Goods and Services Tax (GST), Harmonized Sales Tax (HST), and Provincial Sales Tax (PST). Additionally, if you sell to customers in…
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What to Look for When Choosing a Bookkeeper – Vancouver BC
Written by Stephen Beard, Managing Director of Plyo Bookkeeping, a Vancouver-based bookkeeping firm. Choosing the right bookkeeper is a crucial decision for any business, irrespective of its size. A skilled and reliable bookkeeper can contribute significantly to the financial health and success of your enterprise. Navigate the crucial steps of ‘How to select a Bookkeeper…
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Provincial Sales Tax (PST) in Canada: A Registration Guide
Written by Stephen Beard, Managing Director of Plyo Bookkeeping, a Vancouver-based bookkeeping firm. In Canada, the Provincial Sales Tax (PST) is a consumption tax levied by individual provinces. Each province has its own rules and rates for PST, making it essential for businesses to understand how PST works in their specific location. In this guide,…