SmallBizSara

pro · Town Center

Runs a small shop near Town Center. Spreadsheets by day, pickleball by night.

Joined Aug 2021 · 6 posts

Shop local, file on time.

Recent posts

• CPA for a small business (not a tax mill)

  My previous accountant retired and I am done with the franchise tax places. I need a CPA who does proactive planning, not just shoving numbers into a form in April. Small retail business, one entity, plus our personal return. Who are you using? Responsiveness matters. I do not want to wait three weeks for an email back.

  1d ago

• Electrician for a panel upgrade and EV charger

  Murphy's did the lighting and a surge protector at my shop. Woman owned, which I like supporting. They quoted in writing and the final bill matched the quote to the dollar.

  3d ago

• Wedding photographer for my daughter?

  Jumping in for the budget angle, ask for the package list in writing and exactly what's included in edited photos and timeline. That applies no matter who you pick. But Rebecca was our friend's photographer and she delivered on time.

  5d ago

• Web designer for my contracting business?

  Ascendly Marketing in Hughes Landing. They rebuilt my shop site and set up my Google Business Profile. Small team and they work mostly with small businesses, so they do not treat you like an afterthought. They have like 84 reviews at five stars. Response time has been great, usually the same day. https://ascendlymarketing.com/

  5d ago

• Estate planning lawyer, finally doing the will

  Turney & Espino set up my business entity a few years back and did our wills at the same time. Harold, bring whatever paperwork you have on the land to the first meeting. Saves you a second trip and a second bill.

  6d ago

• Honest mechanic? Dealer wants $2,800 for brakes

  Christian Brothers for our shop van. Over 2,000 reviews and they are still at 4.8, which tells you it is not a fluke. Ask them to itemize so you can compare line by line with the dealer.

  7d ago