<?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[de Jong Bookkeeping]]></title><description><![CDATA[de Jong Bookkeeping offers reliable bookkeeping services for small businesses looking to improve financial clarity, cash flow visibility, and profitability. We handle monthly bookkeeping, financial reporting, and cleanup services to ensure your books are accurate and tax-ready. Our goal is to help business owners save time, make smarter financial decisions, and build a stronger, more profitable business.]]></description><link>https://www.dejongbookkeeping.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:04:53 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.dejongbookkeeping.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[What Does a Bookkeeper Actually Do? (And Why It Matters More Than You Think)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Most business owners don’t realize there’s a problem until something feels off. Revenue might be coming in, but the bank balance doesn’t match expectations. Expenses seem higher than they should be. Tax season becomes stressful. And when you try to answer a simple question like, “Am I actually profitable?” —the answer isn’t clear. This is the point where many business owners start asking: What does a bookkeeper do—and do I need one? The answer goes far beyond data entry. A professional...]]></description><link>https://www.dejongbookkeeping.com/post/what-does-a-bookkeeper-actually-do-and-why-it-matters-more-than-you-think</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cd9b69f7044e6cf7a6b1c0</guid><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:30:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dc6d76_7df7acdf18474b23bb03f65eb0c29de6~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Marjoke de Jong</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bookkeeping for Marketing Agencies: Why Most Agencies Struggle Financially]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marketing agencies are built for growth. You focus on acquiring clients, delivering results, and scaling revenue. But behind the scenes, many agencies struggle with something far less visible — their finances . Revenue looks strong, but profits feel inconsistent. Cash flow is unpredictable. And financial reports often don’t clearly answer critical questions like: Which clients are actually profitable? Are your retainers priced correctly? Can you afford to hire or scale? This is where agency...]]></description><link>https://www.dejongbookkeeping.com/post/bookkeeping-for-marketing-agencies-why-most-agencies-struggle-financially</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69bcbf01c6c9669173ca2729</guid><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:30:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dc6d76_6a07d8e8414a4fa7ab88013d867fd99e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Johanna de Jong</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The QuickBooks Mistakes That Are Quietly Costing Your Business Money]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many small business owners rely on QuickBooks to manage their finances. At first, it feels like the perfect solution—simple, affordable, and powerful. But over time, something starts to happen. Your reports don’t quite make sense.Your bank balance doesn’t match your books.And tax season becomes stressful instead of strategic. You start asking yourself: “Am I even doing this right?” The reality is, most business owners make critical QuickBooks mistakes  without realizing it—and those mistakes...]]></description><link>https://www.dejongbookkeeping.com/post/the-quickbooks-mistakes-that-are-quietly-costing-your-business-money</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69bcb817c6c9669173ca1450</guid><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 12:30:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dc6d76_6567eaa3c811452d933bf0d4470ec1b3~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Johanna de Jong</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cash Flow vs Profit: Why Many Businesses Feel Successful—But Still Struggle]]></title><description><![CDATA[You’ve likely experienced this before: Your business is generating revenue. Sales are coming in. On paper, it looks like you're making a profit. But your bank account tells a different story. You’re asking yourself: “Why is there never enough cash?” “If I’m profitable, why does it feel tight?” “Where is the money going?” This is one of the most common and misunderstood challenges for small to medium business owners in the United States. The truth is simple—but critical: Profit and cash flow...]]></description><link>https://www.dejongbookkeeping.com/post/cash-flow-vs-profit-why-many-businesses-feel-successful-but-still-struggle</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69bcaffc06e9acd4d41d764e</guid><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:30:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dc6d76_cdfb3b6ad51645209fa019fd7e42dbd7~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Johanna de Jong</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[10 Signs You Need a Bookkeeper (Before It Costs You Thousands)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Warning Signs Most Business Owners Ignore Running a small or medium-sized business comes with constant demands on your time and attention. You’re focused on growth, customers, and operations—but your finances? They often get pushed to the side. At first, it seems manageable. You’re tracking expenses, sending invoices, and checking your bank balance. But over time, things start to slip: You’re unsure if you’re actually profitable Your reports don’t make sense Tax season feels overwhelming...]]></description><link>https://www.dejongbookkeeping.com/post/10-signs-you-need-a-bookkeeper-before-it-costs-you-thousands</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69bca8abbec251fc0ba9c490</guid><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:30:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dc6d76_0d28ccd96ef54013ad4efdd563c5007e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Johanna de Jong</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bookkeeping for Construction Companies: The Key to Profitable Projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Problem: Why Construction Business Owners Struggle with Their Numbers If you run a construction company, you’ve likely experienced this: You finish a project, money comes in… but you’re not entirely sure how profitable the job actually was. You might ask yourself: “Did we make money on that project?” “Why does my bank account feel tighter than expected?” “Where is all the cash going?” Construction businesses often operate on thin margins, multiple jobs, and constant cash flow pressure....]]></description><link>https://www.dejongbookkeeping.com/post/bookkeeping-for-construction-companies</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69bc910a06e9acd4d41d1d6a</guid><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 12:30:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dc6d76_aa79a066350943e7905721cecb6cb4e8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Johanna de Jong</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 5 Financial Reports Every Business Owner Must Understand]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Problem: You’re Making Decisions Without Clear Numbers Most business owners don’t lack effort. They lack clarity . You’re working hard. Revenue is coming in. Expenses are going out. But when you ask: “Am I actually profitable?” “Where is my money going?” “Can I afford to grow?” …the answers aren’t clear. Instead, you’re relying on: Bank account balances Gut instinct Rough estimates This is one of the biggest reasons businesses feel stuck — not because they aren’t growing, but because they...]]></description><link>https://www.dejongbookkeeping.com/post/the-5-financial-reports-every-business-owner-must-understand</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ba09ec5303a105b06d703e</guid><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 12:30:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dc6d76_7e21dc86550c42d9b95a7a55ad50219d~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Johanna de Jong</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[When Should a Business Hire a Bookkeeper?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Problem: “I’ll Handle It Myself… For Now” Most business owners start the same way. You’re building something exciting. Revenue is coming in. Customers are growing. But behind the scenes, your finances are becoming harder to manage. Receipts pile up. Transactions go uncategorized. Reports don’t quite make sense. And bookkeeping becomes something you push to the end of the day… or the end of the month… or even the end of the year. At some point, the question becomes unavoidable: “When...]]></description><link>https://www.dejongbookkeeping.com/post/when-should-a-business-hire-a-bookkeeper</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b9db7d5303a105b06d000b</guid><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 13:00:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dc6d76_b499e9726ba74afd9997cbe886af8936~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Johanna de Jong</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Much Does a Bookkeeper Cost for a Small to Medium Business?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many small business owners eventually reach the same frustrating point. Your business is growing, but your finances are becoming harder to manage. Receipts pile up. Bank accounts need reconciling. Reports don’t make sense. And tax season becomes stressful instead of strategic. You start wondering: “How much does a bookkeeper actually cost… and is it worth it?” For many small to medium businesses in the United States, hiring a professional bookkeeper is one of the highest-return investments...]]></description><link>https://www.dejongbookkeeping.com/post/how-much-does-a-bookkeeper-cost-for-a-small-to-medium-business</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b96a7e4f7ea62fd57d4f6f</guid><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:30:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dc6d76_43e5892d8cf64905952065adc8b489dd~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Johanna de Jong</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>