When seeking a location for a new child care center, individuals often overlook great opportunities in “repurposing” or “adaptive reuse” of existing buildings and space. Repurposing or adaptive reuse refers to the process of reusing an existing building for a purpose other than which it was originally built. A great example of repurposing or adaptive…
The saying goes, “If you are in business, your business needs website.” And a child care business is no different. Not so many years ago, parents began their search for local child care centers by looking in the Yellow Pages. However, today, parents are more likely to start their search on the internet. Therefore, child…
“If it wasn’t for the “paperwork” running a child care business would be more fun.” Unfortunately, the IRS says you must keep records as longs as it may be necessary to support the income and deductions you reported on your business and personal tax return. And, of coursed, the length of time you have to…
How to Choose the Right Accountant for Your Child Care Business Your accountant should be looked at as a valuable member of your professional team. A qualified accountant can provide you with advice on your accounting system, tax planning, estate planning, and financial management. What should you look for when choosing the right accountant? Use…
Tuition Collection The collection of tuition fees is a constant challenge for most child care centers. However, the consistent, timely collection of tuition fees is critical to the cash flow and long-term success of a child care business. None payment and slow payment of tuition can be avoided, however, by developing an effective collections plan.…