Should I Do My Own Bookkeeping? Why It’s Costing You More Than You Think

You might think doing your own bookkeeping saves money. But for most business owners, DIY bookkeeping leads to errors, wasted time, and missed insights that could grow your business.

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The Hidden Cost of DIY Bookkeeping

  • Time spent on spreadsheets instead of sales
  • Misclassified expenses or missed deductions
  • Unprepared for tax deadlines
  • Late or inaccurate reports

Even small mistakes can snowball into penalties or poor financial decisions.

Why Most Business Owners Shouldn’t DIY

Unless you’re a trained bookkeeper, trying to manage your own books while also running your business can be overwhelming. DIY often results in:

  • Burnout and poor time allocation
  • Inconsistent financial reports
  • No audit trail or monthly close

A Better Option: Remote Bookkeeping

Remote Books Online provides:

  • Flat-rate monthly plans
  • CPA-ready reports
  • A U.S.-based service team available by phone or email
  • 30-day free trial and no upfront payments

Test Case

One client-a landscaping business owner in Florida-was doing his own books in Excel. He missed $12,000 in deductible equipment expenses. After switching to RBO, his accountant amended two returns and recovered the missed deductions.

FAQs

What if I only have a few transactions per month?
Even minimal activity requires clean records. We offer scaled plans for startups too.

Can I still access my reports anytime?
Yes. You’ll have a dashboard for reports, uploads, and messages 24/7.

Do you work with my CPA?
Yes. We prepare books your CPA will love-accurate, reconciled, and on time.

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Streamline Your Finances: Download Our Free Bookkeeping Brochure

Take control of your business finances with confidence! Our detailed brochure provides insights into how Remote Books Online can help you maintain accurate bookkeeping, stay tax-ready, and make informed financial decisions. Discover how our tailored bookkeeping services can support your business growth and simplify your financial management.