Contrary to popular belief, small businesses are more susceptible than ever to cyber attacks. Small CPA firms are no exception. In fact, many small firms discount the importance of cyber security, and in turn leave themselves open to breaches in security. Here are a few tips your firm can use to stay protected: 1. Have […]

Here at Protexure Accountants, we specialize in Professional Liability Insurance Policies for Small CPA Firms. We consider ourselves advocates for the Small Firm & Solo Practitioner, and we are here to help you make your firm the best it can be. One of the most important aspects of running your firm is connecting with your […]

As an accounting firm, you realize that working as a team is essential to the health and efficiency of your business. Sure, you’ve done team building activities such as scavenger hunts and tug of rope, but how effective are these activities after the first time? Try something new with one of the following out-of-the-box team […]

In our last post, we focused on what having a niche really meant and how to develop one at your firm. Now, we will tell you how to get the word out about your niche. By following the steps below, your marketing strategy will be more effective and efficient, while reaching your target audience. 1. […]

What is a niche? Often tossed around professional circles due to the increased specialization of the field, a niche is primarily referred to as a CPA firm’s area of specialization. In this sense, a niche is an area of practice within a broader area of practice. If your firm is just getting off the ground, […]

At Protexure, we pride ourselves in being a small firm advocate. Our dedicated staff is here to lend an ear whenever our clients have a concern about their business. After hearing what our clients are most concerned with in the accounting industry in the year 2013, we decided to compile them for your benefit! Here’s […]

In many cases, Small Firms value themselves based on the amount of revenue that they bring in on a yearly basis. Revenue, however, is not the only determining factor in the valuation of a small firm. Here are three factors to value your firm upon beyond the numbers: Location The largest qualitative valuation factor for […]

Security & Privacy When dealing with sensitive materials (as all CPA firms do), Security should be at the top of this list every year. These sensitive materials are being shared more than ever through Cloud storage systems and mobile devices (Smartphones, Tablets, etc.). The threat of these materials being misused is higher than ever, and […]

Supervisors and Employees Supervisors and Employees should not interact on social networking sites in order to avoid conflicts of interests. Though it may seem harmless, there are potential problems associated with a supervisor “friending” or “following” a lower-level employee such as: perceived favoritism, invasion of privacy, and inappropriate communication (whether intentional or unintentional). Social networking […]

Security & Privacy When dealing with sensitive materials (as all CPA firms do), Security should be at the top of this list every year. These sensitive materials are being shared more than ever through Cloud storage systems and mobile devices (Smartphones, Tablets, etc.). The threat of these materials being misused is higher than ever, and […]