<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Courtney AR ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Virtual accounts receivable specialist helping service businesses with invoicing, payment tracking, and customer account management.]]></description><link>https://www.keepingwithcourtney.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 00:24:33 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.courtneyar.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[What Does a Virtual Bookkeeper Do? A Guide for Small Business Owners]]></title><description><![CDATA[Keeping up with the books is one of the biggest challenges small business owners face, but you don’t have to do it alone. A virtual bookkeeper works remotely to track expenses, reconcile accounts, and provide financial reports, giving you the clarity you need without the cost of hiring in-house. Here’s how it works and why it might be the smartest move for your business.]]></description><link>https://www.courtneyar.com/post/what-does-a-virtual-bookkeeper-do-a-guide-for-small-business-owners</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68d691ca964c34d74a202458</guid><pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2025 13:33:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/67e231_ca2ebe7f8dc84e168d930164faa7c181~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_446,h_220,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Courtney Passagaluppi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[10 Tax Deductions Small Business Owners Commonly Overlook]]></title><description><![CDATA[Think you’re claiming every deduction you deserve?  You might be surprised! Small business owners often miss out on valuable savings simply because they don’t know what qualifies. Here are 10 tax deductions you’ll want to double-check this year.]]></description><link>https://www.courtneyar.com/post/10-tax-deductions-small-business-owners-commonly-overlook</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68d40d9b9a52887193bb675e</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2025 16:05:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/67e231_2042ea1a91cf4aa99e61d7227970f04e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_398,h_296,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Courtney Passagaluppi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stress-Free Mileage Tracking: What Every Small Business Owner Should Know]]></title><description><![CDATA[When you’re running a small business, every dollar counts. One expense that often gets overlooked (or under-documented) is gas mileage. Whether you’re driving to client meetings, making deliveries, or running errands for your business, those miles add up, and so do the tax deductions. Tracking your mileage accurately not only helps you maximize deductions but also keeps your records clean and IRS ready.]]></description><link>https://www.courtneyar.com/post/stress-free-mileage-tracking-what-every-small-business-owner-should-know</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68c8356e67d1cd369b807287</guid><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2025 15:52:50 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c744590ab6474843871c1cefad7bbc71.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Courtney Passagaluppi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Do I Really Need a Bookkeeper for My Small Business?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Feeling overwhelmed by receipts, invoices, and tax time? Here’s how to know if it’s time to bring in a bookkeeper to simplify your small business finances.]]></description><link>https://www.courtneyar.com/post/do-i-really-need-a-bookkeeper-for-my-small-business</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68c07699e6f9264530e37c01</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Sep 2025 18:50:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/67e231_3323fad60d7f45b6835d221eb9d5668b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_327,h_491,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Courtney Passagaluppi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Is a Bookkeeper? Your Small Business Sidekick Explained]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you’ve ever found yourself staring at a pile of receipts, an inbox full of unpaid invoices, or a bank account that just doesn’t seem to add up… you’ve probably wondered: Isn’t there someone who can help me with this?

Good news, there is. Enter: the bookkeeper.]]></description><link>https://www.courtneyar.com/post/what-is-a-bookkeeper-your-small-business-sidekick-explained</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68c06fbefbd588db6f667f6d</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Sep 2025 18:21:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/67e231_4c5159f3fd02474b9d0ece14410a392e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_423,h_500,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Courtney Passagaluppi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bookkeeper vs. Accountant: The Dream Team Behind Small Business Success]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bookkeepers handle the details, accountants handle the big picture. Together, they give small business owners clarity, confidence, and room to grow.]]></description><link>https://www.courtneyar.com/post/bookkeeper-vs-accountant-the-dream-team-behind-small-business-success</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68c0645fe6f9264530e344ea</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Sep 2025 17:32:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/67e231_13c4ee32cbd34b56b14a7f7d923e08a7~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Courtney Passagaluppi</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>