EP27: Where to Find Budget-Friendly Bookkeeping

summary In this conversation, Sonja Jones discusses ways to reduce bookkeeping expenses and access low-cost or free resources. She suggests consulting with an expert who offers free consultations and coming prepared with questions. Sonja also mentions outsourcing bookkeeping services through platforms like Fiverr and Upwork, but advises caution in ensuring expertise in US accounting practices. She recommends checking if accounting software offers live assistance or bookkeeping support. Sonja suggests looking for free resources provided by nonprofits and government organizations, such as webinars and consultations. She emphasizes the importance of learning basic accounting and joining online communities for support and learning. Sonja introduces GIP Academy, an online resource for entrepreneurs to learn bookkeeping and receive coaching and support. She highlights the benefits of investing in financial education and the resources available through GIP Academy. takeaways Consult with an expert who offers free consultations to reduce bookkeeping expenses. Consider outsourcing bookkeeping services through platforms like Fiverr and Upwork, but ensure expertise in US accounting practices. Check if accounting software offers live assistance or bookkeeping support. Look for free resources provided by nonprofits and government organizations, such as webinars and consultations. Invest in learning basic accounting and join online communities for support and learning. Consider enrolling in GIP Academy for comprehensive financial education, coaching, and support. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction and the Need for Financial Experts 02:44 - Consulting with Experts and Free Consultations 04:11 - Pros and Cons of Outsourcing Bookkeeping 05:35 - Maximizing Accounting Software for Bookkeeping 06:32 - Accessing Free Resources for Bookkeeping Support 09:53 - Learning Basic Accounting for DIY Bookkeeping 12:20 - Joining Online Communities for Bookkeeping Support 14:45 - Introducing GIP Academy: Your Comprehensive Financial Education Resource bookkeeping, reduce expenses, low-cost resources, consulting, outsourcing, accounting software, free resources, basic accounting, online community, GIP Academy