Episodes

  • Matthew Fulton and Dan DeLong will be discussing some Intuit program updates as well as a discussion about Intuit's direction and how the accounting community will play a role in the direction they are heading. We will also be discussing some recent questions added in the the QB Power User Facebook Group

    QB Power Hour is a free, biweekly webinar series for accountants, ProAdvisors, CPAs, bookkeepers and QuickBooks consultants presented by Michelle Long, CPA and Dan DeLong who are very passionate about the industry, QuickBooks and apps that integrate with QuickBooks.

    Earn CPE through Earmark: https://bit.ly/QBPHCPE

    Watch or listen to all of the QB Power Hours at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/blog

    Register for upcoming webinars at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/

    00:00 Introduction to Earmark App
    01:04 Welcome to QB Power Hour
    01:50 Super Bowl Excitement
    03:29 Today's Agenda and Hosts
    07:38 Intuit and QuickBooks News
    11:08 AI and Development at Intuit
    12:48 QuickBooks Live and TurboTax Live
    14:35 Intuit's Ecosystem and Financials
    24:09 Combined User Interface Announcement
    31:20 QuickBooks Enterprise Pricing Updates
    33:56 Terms and Conditions Update
    34:44 Enterprise Gold and Platinum Payroll
    35:50 Grandfather License for Accountants
    37:44 QuickBooks Enterprise vs. Intuit Enterprise Suite
    39:27 ProAdvisor Lifetime Discount Changes
    40:25 Intuit Enterprise Suite Features
    41:43 Challenges with Cloud Access
    46:11 Facebook Group for QB Power Users
    01:00:39 Modern Reports Feedback
    01:04:00 Closing Thoughts and Next Session Preview

  • Join us for a session of tools to use move QuickBooks Online data to another QBO subscription

    CPE offered through Earmark - Check on the channel here: https://bit.ly/QBPHCPE

    QB Power Hour is a free, biweekly webinar series for accountants, ProAdvisors, CPAs, bookkeepers and QuickBooks consultants presented by Michelle Long, CPA and Dan DeLong who are very passionate about the industry, QuickBooks and apps that integrate with QuickBooks.

    Watch or listen to all of the QB Power Hours at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/blog

    Register for upcoming webinars at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/

    00:00 Introduction to QB Power Hour
    00:25 Earning CPE Credits with Earmark App
    01:33 Casual Conversation and Updates
    04:13 Discussing QuickBooks Data Migration
    06:16 Presenters' Introductions
    07:51 Housekeeping and CPE Credit Details
    10:43 Considerations for Starting a New Subscription
    16:16 Challenges and Solutions in Data Migration
    25:58 Using QuickBooks Online Backup Service
    29:58 Chronobooks and QuickBooks Online Advanced
    30:36 Backup Service Details and Restore Points
    31:28 Transactional and List Data Backup
    32:32 API Functionality and Data Entitlements
    33:09 Payroll Backup and Financial Impact
    34:41 Backup and Restore Services Overview
    35:52 Challenges with Cloud Backups
    43:36 Third-Party Backup Applications
    48:15 Import Export Tools and Their Nuances
    53:12 Round Tripping: QuickBooks Online to Desktop
    56:27 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

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  • Nancy McClelland and Rich Kane join us to chat about ways to make 1099s a part of your monthly client services using Keeper.

    QB Power Hour is a free, biweekly webinar series for accountants, ProAdvisors, CPAs, bookkeepers and QuickBooks consultants presented by Michelle Long, CPA and Dan DeLong who are very passionate about the industry, QuickBooks and apps that integrate with QuickBooks.

    Watch or listen to all of the QB Power Hours at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/blog

    Register for upcoming webinars at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/

    00:00 Introduction and CPE Credit Instructions
    01:09 Welcome to 2025 Power Hour
    01:56 Meet the Panelists
    06:56 CPE Credit Details and Housekeeping
    10:28 1099s: An Overview
    18:53 1099 NEC and MISC Fundamentals
    30:29 1099 Reporting and Payment Methods
    33:41 1099K and Reconciliation Challenges
    34:42 Extension Options for 1099 Filing
    35:47 Meeting the NEC Deadline
    37:25 Handling Multiple 1099 NECs
    41:10 Excluding Payment Methods for 1099
    52:39 IRS 1099 Matching and Notices
    55:07 Effective Workflow Habits for 1099 Season
    01:04:29 Closing Remarks and Resources

  • Avalara joins us to discuss when adding Avalara to your QuickBooks Online and how that helps stay in Sales Tax Compliance.

    QB Power Hour is a free, biweekly webinar series for accountants, ProAdvisors, CPAs, bookkeepers and QuickBooks consultants presented by Michelle Long, CPA and Dan DeLong who are very passionate about the industry, QuickBooks and apps that integrate with QuickBooks.

    Watch or listen to all of the QB Power Hours at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/blog

    Register for upcoming webinars at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/

    00:43 Meet the Hosts: Michelle and Dan
    01:04 Sales Tax Discussion Kickoff
    01:22 Introducing Avalara Experts
    02:44 Challenges with Sales Tax Setup
    04:30 Avalara's Role in Simplifying Sales Tax
    06:07 Panel Introductions from Avalara
    12:42 Davo by Avalara: Automating Sales Tax
    23:37 Avalara's Suite of Services
    30:38 Address Validation and Tax Jurisdictions
    31:47 Integrating Avalara with Business Systems
    33:01 Avalara's Partnerships and Integrations
    34:13 Handling Complex Tax Scenarios
    38:08 Automating 1099 Processing
    40:05 Economic Nexus Tracking
    43:02 Sales and Use Tax Calculations
    46:07 Voluntary Disclosure Agreements
    47:18 Davo vs. Avalara for Tax Filing
    56:26 Bundling Services and Sales Tax Implications
    59:39 Conclusion and Next Steps

  • Join our webinar on mastering sales tax with QuickBooks Online! Tailored for accountants and small business owners, our guest Alicia Katz-Pollock will guide you through setup, management, and reporting. Discover efficient tracking, identify limitations, and learn workarounds to streamline your finances. Gain confidence with practical insights and expert tips.

    Access Alicia's Full course on QBO Sales Tax: http://royl.ws/SalesTax?affiliate=2831794

    QB Power Hour is a free, biweekly webinar series for accountants, ProAdvisors, CPAs, bookkeepers and QuickBooks consultants presented by Michelle Long, CPA and Dan DeLong who are very passionate about the industry, QuickBooks and apps that integrate with QuickBooks.

    Watch or listen to all of the QB Power Hours at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/blog

    Register for upcoming webinars at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/

    00:00 Introduction to QB Power Hour Webinar
    00:56 Welcome and Panel Introduction
    01:28 Sales Tax in QuickBooks Online
    02:20 Alicia Katz Pollock's Introduction
    03:58 Housekeeping and CPE Credits
    06:13 Understanding Sales Tax Setup
    10:21 Sales Tax Center Overview
    23:28 Product and Service Taxability
    26:53 Customer Tax Exemptions
    29:27 Collecting Sales Tax on Sales Forms
    30:44 Understanding Taxability and Location of Sale
    31:04 Shipping Information and Overrides
    32:27 Automatic Tax Calculation and Overrides
    33:15 Sales Tax Before or After Discounts
    33:57 Transparency in Tax Calculations
    36:03 Sales Tax Center Overview
    39:09 Making Sales Tax Payments
    43:31 Adjusting Sales Tax Amounts
    51:03 Third-Party Sales Tax Solutions
    59:49 Upcoming Events and Community Announcements

  • Fresh off Intuit Connect, Matthew Fulton and Dan DeLong will be discussing some Intuit program updates as well as a discussion about Intuit's direction and how the accounting community will play a role in the direction they are heading.

    QB Power Hour is a free, biweekly webinar series for accountants, ProAdvisors, CPAs, bookkeepers and QuickBooks consultants presented by Michelle Long, CPA and Dan DeLong who are very passionate about the industry, QuickBooks and apps that integrate with QuickBooks.

    Watch or listen to all of the QB Power Hours at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/blog

    Register for upcoming webinars at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/

    00:00 Introduction to QB Power Hour
    01:31 Meet the Hosts: Michelle Long and Dan DeLong
    05:57 Intuit News and Updates Overview
    08:02 Intuit Connect Conference Insights
    13:18 Keynote Speakers and Highlights
    19:03 Intuit's Future Plans and Announcements
    25:45 AI Integration and Business Feed
    37:42 Theoretical Future of AI in Accounting
    40:42 Automation in Bookkeeping
    42:05 The Importance of Client Relationships
    46:47 Intuit Enterprise Suite Overview
    55:02 Intuit's TurboTax Campaign Controversy
    01:08:04 Final Thoughts and Community Feedback

  • Managing login and Passwords is the bane of our existence these days and Intuit Logins take it to a new level. Matthew Fulton will join Dan to discuss some best practices with Intuit Logins.

    QB Power Hour is a free, biweekly webinar series for accountants, ProAdvisors, CPAs, bookkeepers and QuickBooks consultants presented by Michelle Long, CPA and Dan DeLong who are very passionate about the industry, QuickBooks and apps that integrate with QuickBooks.

    Watch or listen to all of the QB Power Hours at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/blog

    Register for upcoming webinars at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/

    00:00 Introduction and Today's Topic
    01:13 Welcoming Michelle Back
    01:55 Meet the Hosts
    03:02 Housekeeping and Resources
    04:50 Agenda Overview
    06:04 Polling Question: Intuit Logins
    09:54 Intuit Products and Services Requiring Logins
    17:26 Anatomy of an Intuit Login
    24:57 Understanding Personas in QuickBooks Online
    31:03 Challenges with Primary Admin Roles
    36:10 Managing Payroll Emails
    36:46 Understanding QBO Subscriptions and Admin Roles
    37:40 Navigating Intuit's CAMP and Account Sites
    40:35 Challenges with Intuit Logins
    43:15 Best Practices for Managing Logins
    53:10 Changing Primary Admin and Email
    01:01:17 Final Thoughts and Tips

  • Rachel Dauchy joins us to discuss some Niche Nuances with E-Commerce Clients. Rachel and Dan have created an E-Commerce Fundamentals course and this QB Power Hour unpacks the high level topics of this online course.

    Access the Course for Free 30 day trial here

    QB Power Hour is a free, biweekly webinar series for accountants, ProAdvisors, CPAs, bookkeepers and QuickBooks consultants presented by Michelle Long, CPA and Dan DeLong who are very passionate about the industry, QuickBooks and apps that integrate with QuickBooks.

    Watch or listen to all of the QB Power Hours at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/blog

    Register for upcoming webinars at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/

  • Join us for an engaging session on why keeping payroll separate from QBO can enhance your accounting setup. Valerie Heckman from OnPay will discuss how this approach improves security, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness. Discover how distinct systems can simplify troubleshooting and offer specialized payroll solutions.

    Handouts and More Resources on today's episode available at: https://www.qbpowerhour.com/09-24-24-dude-where-s-my-payroll

    QB Power Hour is a free, biweekly webinar series for accountants and QuickBooks professionals hosted by Michelle Long, CPA, and Dan DeLong.

    Watch past webinars at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/blog and register for future ones at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/.

  • Normally this is the time of year when we discuss what's new in QB Desktop 2025. Believe it or not, there are a few things to mention. Michelle and Dan will chat about these features and ponder the future of QB Desktop

    QB Power Hour is a free, biweekly webinar series for accountants, ProAdvisors, CPAs, bookkeepers and QuickBooks consultants presented by Michelle Long, CPA and Dan DeLong who are very passionate about the industry, QuickBooks and apps that integrate with QuickBooks.

    Watch or listen to all of the QB Power Hours at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/blog

    Register for upcoming webinars at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/

  • Matthew Fulton joins us for what looks to be shaping up as a series on Bank Feeds, but we will begin at the end - Reconciliation and look at Best practices when reconciling Bank and Credit Card accounts and discuss some tools that will help make this critical process much smoother.

    QB Power Hour is a free, biweekly webinar series for accountants, ProAdvisors, CPAs, bookkeepers and QuickBooks consultants presented by Michelle Long, CPA and Dan DeLong who are very passionate about the industry, QuickBooks and apps that integrate with QuickBooks.

    Watch or listen to all of the QB Power Hours at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/blog

    Register for upcoming webinars at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/

  • Michelle and Dan discuss the most recent updates to QB Online and tackle some common questions that occurred in the QB Power user FB Group

    QB Power Hour is a free, biweekly webinar series for accountants, ProAdvisors, CPAs, bookkeepers and QuickBooks consultants presented by Michelle Long, CPA and Dan DeLong who are very passionate about the industry, QuickBooks and apps that integrate with QuickBooks.

    Watch or listen to all of the QB Power Hours at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/blog

    Register for upcoming webinars at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/

    00:00 Introduction to QB Power Hour
    00:29 Catching Up with Michelle and Dan
    02:35 QBO Updates and New Features
    03:51 Meet the Hosts: Michelle and Dan
    05:26 Housekeeping and Webinar Details
    18:02 ACH Funding Changes Explained
    46:22 New Functionalities in QuickBooks
    57:36 Conclusion and Farewell

  • The folks from MakersHub.ai joins us to give us some updates on their platform. What they have been working on and a sneak peak into what's in store for the future. It's a new, simple, and very powerfully robust AP and Receipt Management tool that works bi-directionally with QuickBooks Online AND Desktop.

    Learn More about MakersHub here: https://discover.makershub.ai/affiliates/qb-power-hour

    QB Power Hour is a free, biweekly webinar series for accountants, ProAdvisors, CPAs, bookkeepers and QuickBooks consultants presented by Michelle Long, CPA and Dan DeLong who are very passionate about the industry, QuickBooks and apps that integrate with QuickBooks.

    Watch or listen to all of the QB Power Hours at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/blog

    Register for upcoming webinars at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/

  • Michelle is off today, so she can spend quality time with her first Grandbaby!! Matthew Fulton and Dan discuss the most recent updates to QB Online and tackle some common questions that occurred in the QB Power user FB Group

    QB Power Hour is a free, biweekly webinar series for accountants, ProAdvisors, CPAs, bookkeepers and QuickBooks consultants presented by Michelle Long, CPA and Dan DeLong who are very passionate about the industry, QuickBooks and apps that integrate with QuickBooks.

    Watch or listen to all of the QB Power Hours at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/blog

    Register for upcoming webinars at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/

    00:00 Introduction and Greetings
    01:32 Meet the Hosts and Special Guest
    03:05 Overview of QB Power Hour
    05:43 QuickBooks News and Updates
    07:57 QuickBooks Online Pricing Updates
    11:58 QuickBooks Desktop Pricing Updates
    16:21 QuickBooks Payroll Pricing Updates
    20:06 Enterprise and Accountant Pricing Changes
    26:50 ProAdvisor Premier Bundle Benefits
    27:39 Enhanced Payroll for Accountants
    30:05 QuickBooks Time and Payment Changes
    33:02 Intuit Workforce Restructuring
    36:15 Impact of Layoffs on Employees
    41:06 Intuit's Future with AI and Experts
    50:13 QuickBooks Online Updates
    51:58 Closing Thoughts and Resources

  • Dan and Michelle will be discussing the Modern View vs the Classic View changes coming to reports updates.

    QB Power Hour is a free, biweekly webinar series for accountants, ProAdvisors, CPAs, bookkeepers and QuickBooks consultants presented by Michelle Long, CPA and Dan DeLong who are very passionate about the industry, QuickBooks and apps that integrate with QuickBooks.

    Watch or listen to all of the QB Power Hours at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/blog

    Register for upcoming webinars at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/

  • Dan and Michelle will delve into the challenges posed by traditional accounting practices heavily reliant on manual data entry. We will explore the impact of this drudgery on productivity, job satisfaction, and client relationships. The session aims to set the stage for understanding the necessity of change and the potential benefits that come with embracing digital transformation.

    QB Power Hour is a free, biweekly webinar series for accountants, ProAdvisors, CPAs, bookkeepers and QuickBooks consultants presented by Michelle Long, CPA and Dan DeLong who are very passionate about the industry, QuickBooks and apps that integrate with QuickBooks.

    Watch or listen to all of the QB Power Hours at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/blog

    Register for upcoming webinars at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/

  • We'll be discussing the Modern View vs the Classic View changes coming to the Invoice experience updates.

    QB Power Hour is a free, biweekly webinar series for accountants, ProAdvisors, CPAs, bookkeepers and QuickBooks consultants presented by Michelle Long, CPA and Dan DeLong who are very passionate about the industry, QuickBooks and apps that integrate with QuickBooks.

    Watch or listen to all of the QB Power Hours at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/blog

    Register for upcoming webinars at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/

  • Dan and Michelle discuss the recent announcements in Intuit's QB Live Offering and unpack the Good, The Bad, and the Ugly.

    QB Power Hour is a free, biweekly webinar series for accountants, ProAdvisors, CPAs, bookkeepers and QuickBooks consultants presented by Michelle Long, CPA and Dan DeLong who are very passionate about the industry, QuickBooks and apps that integrate with QuickBooks.

    Watch or listen to all of the QB Power Hours at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/blog

    Register for upcoming webinars at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/

  • Charlie and Phong, co-founders of MakersHub.ai joins us to demonstrate a new, simple, and very powerfully robust AP and Receipt Management tool that works bi-directionally with QuickBooks Online AND Desktop

    QB Power Hour is a free, biweekly webinar series for accountants, ProAdvisors, CPAs, bookkeepers and QuickBooks consultants presented by Michelle Long, CPA and Dan DeLong who are very passionate about the industry, QuickBooks and apps that integrate with QuickBooks.

    Watch or listen to all of the QB Power Hours at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/blog

    Register for upcoming webinars at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/

  • RightTool is the Right Tool for Accountants (or even end users) of QBO. Hector Garcia and Mark Corum have been hard at work creating some new updates and they will be joining us to share what they have been working on.

    Save $5/mo for the first year on RightTool Pro by using QBPH as the Promo code

    Get the extension here

    QB Power Hour is a free, biweekly webinar series for accountants, ProAdvisors, CPAs, bookkeepers and QuickBooks consultants presented by Michelle Long, CPA and Dan DeLong who are very passionate about the industry, QuickBooks and apps that integrate with QuickBooks.

    Watch or listen to all of the QB Power Hours at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/blog

    Register for upcoming webinars at https://www.qbpowerhour.com/