Forbes & Associates: Tax & Accounting Services

06/06/2026

Can we have a real small business conversation for a minute?

Not every business owner is bringing in millions of dollars a year. Most of the people we work with are out here doing $50,000, $100,000, or $200,000 a year while simultaneously serving as the owner, salesperson, customer service department, bookkeeper, manager, HR director, IT support, and occasionally the janitor.

So trust me, I get why bookkeeping ends up at the bottom of the pile.

When you’re trying to keep customers happy, make payroll, answer phone calls, return emails, put out fires, and somehow still have a personal life, reconciling bank accounts isn’t exactly what you’re excited to do at 10:00 PM.

But here’s what I’ve learned after more than 20 years in accounting: the businesses that know their numbers make better decisions. Period.

The problem is that most small business owners aren’t avoiding their books because they’re lazy. They’re avoiding them because they’re overwhelmed, busy, or simply don’t know where to start.

So let’s be honest…

What’s the biggest challenge you face when it comes to your bookkeeping, taxes, payroll, or understanding your business finances?

No sales pitch. No judgment. Just curious what keeps small business owners up at night.

05/27/2026

We appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding over the last week or so while we’ve been in and out of the office handling several matters behind the scenes.

As a small business, there are times when life requires us to shift priorities for a moment, but we’re grateful for clients who continue to trust us through it all.

We will resume normal business operations and response times next week and look forward to getting back to serving our clients at full speed. Thank you again for your continued support of Forbes & Associates, LLC.

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

Each fold of the American flag carries meaning, but the final fold, the one placed into the hands of a grieving family, speaks the loudest. It represents a debt that can never truly be repaid.

On this Memorial Day, we honor the fallen, remember their sacrifice, and hold close the families who carry that loss every single day.

We will never forget.

05/12/2026

Running a business in 2026 feels like:

owner
accountant
therapist
collections department
IT support
compliance officer
emotional support hotline
and somehow still expected to answer emails in 4.2 seconds.

But anyway… friendly reminder:

If your bookkeeping is months behind, your receipts are living in a random grocery sack, and your “system” is just hoping for the best…

now would be a GREAT time to fix it before year-end panic season starts.

Sincerely,
someone who has seen entirely too much this year already.

05/05/2026

Still kind of wild to say this out loud…

Forbes & Associates has been named one of AY Magazine’s Top 3 Accounting Firms for the second year in a row.

Grateful doesn’t even cover it. There are so many incredible, deserving businesses right here in Cabot — being included in that conversation means everything.

To our clients, our people, and everyone who trusts us with the behind-the-scenes of their businesses and lives — thank you. We see you, and we don’t take that lightly.

Now back to work… because awards are cute, but results pay the bills.

Anyone who has ever had the less-than-fortunate job of organizing a group activity knows just how difficult it can be to get more than two or

04/07/2026

Last week, our office experienced an unexpected disruption in availability due to a personal emergency that required my immediate attention. I had to step away to handle an urgent guardianship matter.

I understand that any delay in communication or services can be frustrating, and I sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. Please know that this situation was both sudden and necessary, and my priority in that moment was ensuring everything was handled appropriately and responsibly.

We are now back in the office and working diligently to catch up on all messages, filings, and client needs. Your patience, understanding, and continued trust mean more than I can put into words.

If you are still waiting on a response or need immediate assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out again, we are here and ready to help.

Thank you for your grace and support.
— Forbes & Associates, LLC

03/02/2026

CEO Mindset Reset

Before the week begins, ask yourself:

Are you running your business…
Or is your business running you?

When your books are clean, your tax plan is clear, and your numbers make sense — you make decisions differently.

You negotiate differently.
You invest differently.
You lead differently.

Clarity builds confidence.
Confidence builds growth.

If you’re ready to operate like a CEO instead of surviving like an operator, schedule your consultation this week.

02/28/2026

Paying Yourself the Right Way

Most business owners fall into one of three categories:
1. Paying themselves randomly
2. Paying themselves too little
3. Paying themselves without tax strategy

None of those build wealth.

Owner compensation should align with:
• Cash flow
• Tax efficiency
• Retirement planning
• Business growth

Your paycheck should be strategic — not emotional.

DM us PAYDAY if you want to structure your compensation the right way.

02/27/2026

Audit-Proof Your Business

An audit doesn’t destroy businesses.

Poor records do.

An audit-ready business has:
✔ Separate bank accounts
✔ Reconciled books
✔ Clean payroll
✔ Documented deductions
✔ Mileage logs
✔ Structured owner pay

Confidence comes from preparation.

If your books make you nervous, that’s a sign.

Comment CHECKLIST and we’ll send you our Audit-Ready Business Checklist.

02/26/2026

This virus going around is no joke! Started with the grands and had followed suit to claim another 5 victims so far leaving me as the only (knock on wood) one who hasn’t been taken out by it. Wash your hands, cover your mouth, sneeze into elbow, use sanitizer, and reschedule appointments when you’re sick.