Debi Corrie - Acumaxum

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10 Nov 5 KPIs Every Business Must Track in Q1 to Increase Profitability

Posted at 16:37h in Cash Flow Management, Financial Strategy, Profitability, Small Business Growth, Strategic Business Planning

To have a profitable year, treat the first three months as your most important planning period. Q1 is when last year’s data is fresh, and it is the best time to set a strategy that supports your revenue, margins, and cash flow for the rest...

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03 Nov The New Mandate: From Accountants to Architects of Growth

Posted at 09:36h in Cash Flow, Finances, Financial Strategy

I. The Data Imperative: Shifting from Retrospection to Prescription In today’s competitive landscape, the role of the finance executive is evolving rapidly. Historically, finance departments have acted as record-keepers, focusing on descriptive reporting and documenting what happened in the last quarter. That traditional role is no...

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28 Oct 3 Reasons Profitability Should Be the #1 Goal for Q1 2026

Posted at 09:30h in Strategic Business Planning, Taxes

If you want your business to have a successful year, the first three months, Quarter 1 (Q1), are crucial. Making profitability your number one goal in Q1 2026 accomplishes three critical things. First, it sets the financial momentum and operational rhythm for your entire team,...

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23 Oct How a Virtual CFO Helps You Spot Growth Opportunities You’re Missing

Posted at 09:23h in Cash Flow, Outsourced CFO Services, Virtual CFO

Many business owners focus all their attention on selling more, but the fastest path to real, sustainable growth often lies in uncovering and fixing hidden financial inefficiencies. A Virtual Chief Financial Officer (or Virtual CFO) acts as a high-level financial partner who looks far beyond...

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20 Oct Are You Measuring the Right KPIs to Drive Profitability?

Posted at 09:12h in Financial Strategy, Profitability

Many businesses track easy-to-understand numbers, such as the amount of money currently in the bank or the number of clicks to their website, but real profitability comes from focusing on a few key financial metrics that reveal whether your business model truly generates a profit....

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13 Oct The Q4 Capital Strategy Playbook: Maximizing 100% Bonus Depreciation and Section 179

Posted at 12:28h in Strategic Business Planning, Tax Planning, Taxes

As the year winds down, many business owners focus on closing deals and finishing strong. But if you’re not also thinking about your Q4 capital strategy, you could be leaving serious money on the table, especially when it comes to bonus depreciation and Section 179...

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07 Oct The New Permanence: Strategic QBI Deduction Planning for 2026 Growth

Posted at 12:24h in Strategic Business Planning, Tax Planning, Taxes

The Qualified Business Income (QBI) deduction has been a major advantage for business owners in recent years, helping them reduce taxable income, retain more profit, and reinvest in growth. But as we move toward the implementation of the Big Beautiful Bill (BBB) and its potential...

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01 Oct Must-Know November Compliance: Cash Flow Moves and Critical Deadlines

Posted at 12:19h in Strategic Business Planning, Taxes

As the end of the year approaches, November is one of the most important months for business owners to get ahead of compliance deadlines and protect cash flow. Waiting until December can leave you scrambling, missing deductions, or facing costly penalties. At Acumaxum, we help business...

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22 Sep Avoiding the Audit Trap: Finalizing S-Corp Reasonable Compensation for 2025

Posted at 12:11h in Strategic Business Planning, Taxes

Running your business through an S-Corporation can bring major tax advantages, but it also comes with added responsibility, especially when it comes to how you pay yourself. One of the biggest red flags for the IRS is unreasonable compensation for S-Corp owners. If your salary...

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25 Aug Stop Guessing! The Sales Pipeline Secret to Predicting Your Cash Flow (Accurately)

Posted at 08:23h in Cash Flow, Cash Flow Management, Finances, Financial Consulting, Financial Strategy

As a business owner, you're no stranger to making tough decisions and navigating uncertain waters. Maintaining a tight grip on your cash flow is non-negotiable, as cash is the fuel that keeps your operations running smoothly on a day-to-day basis. Without healthy cash flow, even...

Author: Debi Corrie