Where you keep your accounting records and how you decide to maintain them is a big deal.

Here’s a few yes or no questions to help you decide.

Do you like having someone physically come to your office to type in all your expenses, pay your bills, send out invoices, and reconcile your accounts?

Yes

You might should consider whether or not you’re a good fit for the cloud.

No

You and the cloud will get along just fine.

Do you know how to code transactions?

Yes

Maybe you don’t need to outsource your bookkeeping afterall.

No

If you don’t know how, you can learn! Check out our list of featured teachers.  Or, you can find someone to do this for you by using our directory of experts. 

A good rule of thumb is $500 – $800 per month for basic bookkeeping services. Can you afford it?

Yes

Most accounting, consulting, and bookkeeping firms will charge a flat fee based on your volume of transactions and specifics about your business model.

No

If you can’t afford it, then you might want to learn how to do this yourself; check out our list of featured teachers. Or find a really nice friend to do it for you for free.