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How to create bookkeeping pricing packages (3 examples)

Learning how to create bookkeeping pricing packages is integral to running your business. In this article, we'll explore options and give real examples.

Marlon MisraAug 12, 2025

Summer 2025 Edition

Summer just got more productive with an upgraded QuickBooks sync, automatic reminder emails, and other refreshing updates.

Marlon MisraAug 5, 2025

How to automate your freelance client onboarding in 2025

In this guide, we'll go over a six-step freelance client onboarding checklist to make sure you make a great first impression every time.

Marlon MisraJul 11, 2025

Ecommerce for services: Build your own online service store

Looking for the ecommerce for services? In this article, I'll show you how to sell your services like an ecommerce business owner. Yes, it's possible.

Marlon MisraJul 9, 2025

Shopify for service businesses: How to run a top agency

Looking for the Shopify for service businesses? In this article, I'll show you how to run your service business like an Shopify ecommerce store.

Marlon MisraJul 8, 2025

6 step guide to automating client onboarding for agencies

In this guide, we'll go over a six-step client onboarding for agencies checklist to make sure you make a great first impression every time.

Marlon MisraJul 3, 2025

7 best file sharing software of 2025 (features + pricing)

Learn about the best file sharing software on the market right now and what features to look for when deciding to pick one.

Marlon MisraJun 27, 2025

How modern accountants automate client onboarding in 2025

Discover our full guide on client onboarding for accountants. Learn how to automate your onboarding process to create a great client experience.

Marlon MisraJun 26, 2025

Introducing Shopify-like stores for professional services

Bring the best of eCommerce to your professional firm. Create a custom storefront for your services.

Marlon MisraJun 23, 2025

10 best AI marketing agency ideas and companies in 2025

Artificial intelligence is creating a new wave of marketing agencies. Here's a list of the best AI marketing agency ideas and companies of 2025.

Marlon MisraJun 23, 2025

The 11 best Hello Bonsai alternatives and competitors for 2026

Hello Bonsai alternatives range from simple task managers to complete agency platforms. I tested dozens of tools to find the 11 best competitors for 2026.

Marlon MisraJun 17, 2025

7 best client portal tools for law firms in 2025

Looking for a law firm client portal to manage your clients and give them an exceptional experience? Here are our favorite client portals for law firms.

Marlon MisraJun 17, 2025

Why is a knowledge base important for productized agencies?

If you want to run an efficient productized agency, you need a knowledge base. Learn more about the benefits of knowledge bases for productized businesses.

Marlon MisraJun 17, 2025

10 best SEO reporting tools that impress clients [2026]

Running an SEO agency and looking for the best SEO reporting tools? Here are some of my favorites I use to run my SaaS SEO marketing agency.

Marlon MisraJun 16, 2025

Client management: 7 practical tips for winning and retaining clients

Learn practical tips to help you improve client management from 7 business experts.

Marlon MisraJun 15, 2025

10 best Flowlu alternatives for service businesses in 2026

Looking for a Flowlu alternative to help run your service business? Here are our top picks to help you manage client communications, payments, and more.

Marlon MisraJun 13, 2025

7 client intake form examples (with templates)

Here are some of my favorite client intake form examples to help inspire your client onboarding. Discover real examples and templates for your services.

Marlon MisraJun 13, 2025

10 best SimplePractice alternatives & competitors in 2026

Looking for a SimplePractice alternative to manage and grow your health and wellness business? Here are 10 great alternatives to SimplePractice.

Marlon MisraJun 12, 2025

How to productize a service (the right way) in 2025

Learn how to productize a service, make your revenue more predictable, and get the benefits that come with scaling your service-based business.

Marlon MisraJun 12, 2025

7 best travel agency software to boost revenue in 2025

Looking for ways to streamline operations for your travel agency? Here are our favorite travel agency software and tools to help you run your business.

Marlon MisraJun 12, 2025

11 Zendo alternatives and competitors in 2026

Discover the best Zendo alternatives to help you run your service business - from client portals to invoicing software, these tools have it all.

Marlon MisraJun 11, 2025

How to build and grow your clientele in 2025

Want to learn how to build clientele fast? Here are 10 proven strategies I've used to find clients for my own marketing agency.

Marlon MisraJun 10, 2025

8 critical tools I use to automate lead generation in 2025

Having an automated lead generation process is how you win in 2025. Here are 8 different tools I use to help with my lead generation workflows.

Marlon MisraJun 10, 2025

10 best freelance jobs in high demand that pay well (2025)

Freelancing is on the rise. Here are 10 best freelance jobs you can start a career in and places you can sign your first client.

Marlon MisraJun 10, 2025

5 free bookkeeping pricing templates to grow your revenue

An expert overview of the 5 pricing templates for bookkeeping that you can start using today to showcase the value of your services and get paid.

Marlon MisraJun 5, 2025

Social media pricing guide: How to nail your packages

In this article, we'll go over pricing strategies for your social media packages so you can confidently sell your services and get paid what you're worth.

Marlon MisraJun 5, 2025

How to nail your marketing retainer packages for clients

It's no question that marketing retainer packages have evolved over the years. In this article, I'll show you how to nail your packaging in 2025.

Marlon MisraJun 4, 2025

15 best accounting blogs you should be reading in 2025

Discover the best accounting blogs to help you stay up to date with the latest accounting-related news, resources, and articles.

Marlon MisraJun 4, 2025

How to write a consulting proposal (template & tools)

Master the art of how to write a consulting proposal. Learn key elements, formatting tips, and tools for creating proposals that win clients!

Marlon MisraMay 29, 2025

The ultimate guide to law firm automation workflows

Maximize your firm's efficiency with law firm automation. Streamline client acquisition, intake, billing, and boost your bottom line. Learn more here.

Marlon MisraMay 28, 2025

17 Best project management software with client portals in 2026

Not every project management software with a client portal gives clients an experience worth logging into. I tested dozens to find the 17 best tools for 2026.

Vivienne ChenMay 27, 2025

How to start an AI automation agency (with examples)

In this article, I'll show you how to start an AI automation agency in 2025. We'll go over types of services, along with examples, to help inspire you!

Marlon MisraMay 23, 2025

Client reporting: 5 steps to perfecting them

Reporting can be a pain, but it doesn't have to be. Learn my approach to perfecting client reporting meetings using just five crucial steps.

Marlon MisraMay 21, 2025

How to bill a client for the first time: My 6 step guide

Learning how to bill a client for the first time is an important (and exciting) skill to have in your professional career. Here's my 5 step guide.

Marlon MisraMay 8, 2025

300+ real estate business names and ideas to inspire yours

Discover over 300 unique real estate business names. Dive into creative ideas and strategies to create a brand your clients will love.

Marlon MisraMay 8, 2025

7 best invoice apps for contractors and consultants in 2025

Discover the best invoice app for contractors and consultants who are looking to take payments from their clients in 2025.

Marlon MisraMay 1, 2025

Email marketing services pricing for agencies in 2025

Are you working with clients and want to learn what the standard email marketing services pricing options are? Here are some real-world examples.

Marlon MisraApr 25, 2025

10 best customer onboarding portals for your clients

Having a proper customer onboarding portal is the first step to building a memorable customer experience. Here are the top platforms you can use in 2025.

Marlon MisraApr 24, 2025

The ultimate accounting firm tech stack for 2025

Looking to build the best accounting firm tech stack for your accounting or CPA business? Here are my favorite tools to use to run your firm in 2025.

Marlon MisraApr 24, 2025

10 best Vendasta alternatives and competitors in 2025

Looking for a Vendasta alternative to help you run your agency? In this article, we'll go over our favorite alternatives to Vendasta.

Marlon MisraApr 21, 2025

5 marketing invoice templates for agencies & freelancers

Ready to bill your next client? Here are five of the best marketing invoice templates you can use as an agency owner or freelancer.

Marlon MisraApr 18, 2025

8 powerful ways to get clients as a travel agent in 2025

Want to learn how to get clients as a travel agent? In this article, I'll show you 8 unique client acquisition strategies you probably haven't seen before.

Marlon MisraApr 17, 2025

B2B customer portal: 5 examples and platforms in 2025

B2B customer portals are an integral part of many services businesses. Discover what they are, five customer portal examples, and tools for 2025.

Marlon MisraApr 16, 2025

TaxDome vs Canopy: An honest comparison for 2025

Comparing TaxDome vs Canopy for your accounting firm or CPA practice? We put these tools head to head to help you make a decision on which to go with.

Marlon MisraApr 15, 2025

10 best Ignition alternatives and competitors in 2025

Looking for an Ignition alternative to run your service business? Here are our top 10 favorite alternatives to Ignition in 2025 worth checking out.

Marlon MisraApr 15, 2025

How to create a web portal: Quick and easy guide for 2025

Looking to learn how to create a web portal for your business website? You've come to the right place. Here's the easiest guide you can find.

Marlon MisraApr 11, 2025

SuiteDash vs GoHighLevel: An honest comparison for 2025

Trying to decide between SuiteDash vs GoHighLevel? In this article, I'll break down the pros and cons of each so you can find the better option for you.

Marlon MisraApr 10, 2025

The best way to invoice clients (with the lowest fees)

Looking for the best way to invoice clients? Check out our guide on how to minimize payment fees and maximize profits from your services.

Marlon MisraApr 10, 2025

Spring 2025 Edition

With our 2025 Spring Edition, we introduce magic links, payments, a new Billing API, and more.

Marlon MisraApr 9, 2025

ShareFile vs SmartVault: An honest comparison for 2025

Can't decide to go with ShareFile vs SmartVault? In this article, we'll do a teardown of both platforms (and a third) to help you make a decision.

Marlon MisraApr 9, 2025

10 best SmartVault alternatives and competitors in 2026

Looking for a SmartVault alternative? Here are our favorites that will help manage documents, create client portals, send invoices, and much more.

Marlon MisraApr 7, 2025

10 best Canopy alternatives you have to check out in 2026

Looking for the best Canopy alternatives in 2026? Discover our top 10 picks to optimize your workflow and elevate your accounting business.

Marlon MisraApr 2, 2025

2025 Collaboration Edition

Introducing the Collaboration Edition – built to help you collaborate effortlessly with your team and clients. Internal Notes You can now add notes to clients and companies. Internal notes are visible only to you and other internal users with access and can be edited after creation. Notes are located on the sidebar of client and company detail pages. Use the slash (/) command to add rich text formatting, including headings and more. Notes also come with full API, Zapier, and Make support. T

Marlon MisraMar 18, 2025

The stack that powers modern service businesses

Background Assembly helps professional service businesses manage clients and communication in one place. Messaging, file sharing, contracts, and billing all happen in a single, unified experience that makes life easier for businesses and provides a seamless experience for their clients. At the core of this is a customizable client portal that businesses can tweak it to fit their needs and even extend it with apps and integrations. On the surface, a client portal might seem pretty simple, but b

Marlon MisraMar 11, 2025

5 staffing agency contract templates for modern firms

Ready to sign that new client? Here are five of the best staffing agency contract templates you can use when onboarding your new client.

Marlon MisraMar 5, 2025

5 accounting contract templates used by modern firms

Ready to sign that new client? Here are five of the best accounting contract templates you can use when onboarding your new accounting client.

Marlon MisraMar 3, 2025

10 best Proposify alternatives and competitors in 2025

Looking for the best Proposify alternatives on the market today? We tested over 10 different tools so you can gain clarity during your search.

Marlon MisraFeb 26, 2025

Agiled vs SuiteDash: An honest comparison for 2025

Trying to decide between Agiled vs SuiteDash to run your service business with? In this article, we'll go over what each platform does and how they differ.

Marlon MisraFeb 25, 2025

How to start an accounting firm in 2025 (8 easy steps)

Learn how to start an accounting firm — virtually. They run leaner, have better growth channels, and the tools available to them get better every year.

Marlon MisraFeb 24, 2025

5 web design pricing packages successful agencies use

Looking for the best web design pricing packages that win deals and make your clients happy? Here are our favorite examples from real web designers.

Marlon MisraFeb 21, 2025