Security Compliance Tips for Property Management Companies
Property managers take care of residential or commercial properties on behalf of the investment owners. They schedule maintenance, source and support tenants, respond to service requests, as well as maintain a positive cash flow for each property. The business of property management, once entirely manual, had now smoothly transitioned into the digital world. Document management, […]
Cybersecurity for Small Business Owners: An Essential Guide
Every year, the cybersecurity needs of small business owners increase. The requirement to protect sensitive data combined with the growing landscape of hackers and malware means that due diligence now requires quite extensive security measures. Where small businesses once considered themselves too small to be viable targets, they now need more robust digital defenses than […]
Don’t Fall Victim to Cybersecurity Crimes During the Holidays
Hackers stay busy during the holiday season. Not only are more people distracted by the holiday season, which means that your accounting firm’s data may be unattended, but there may be more transactions moving through the system during this busy time of year. Security for accounting firms is critical at any time of the year, […]
Why Accountants Need a Written Information Security Policy (WISP): Protecting Your Firm from Major Fines and Lawsuits
In today’s digital world, accounting firms are entrusted with more sensitive client data than ever before. With the ever-present threat of data breaches and cyberattacks, having a comprehensive plan to keep this information secure is not just a good idea—it’s a necessity. This blog post is dedicated to shedding light on the critical importance of […]
Navigating Cybersecurity Solutions: The Right Choices for Your Growing Accounting Firm
How do we navigate cybersecurity solutions? There was a time when a few locks and an office safe were all an accounting firm needed to maintain secure records. Accountants have always prided themselves on maintaining the utmost security in order to assure clients that their finances are in good hands. Of course, the time of […]
Backing Up During Tax Season: The Best Practices to Carry with You
Tax season is a time of year when many of us are reminded about how important it is to backup our data and records. We need to focus on this so we don’t inadvertently let anything slip through the cracks. It is often easier said than done though. Learning about the best ways to backup […]
The 7 Upsides of IT Services for Accounting Firms You Should Know About
There are more than 46,000 accounting firms throughout the United States. Some of these firms are massive with brand-name clients and other huge accounts, and some are more or less “mom-and-pop” shops that assist people within their local communities. Regardless of their size, all of these firms can benefit from using IT services. Today, we […]
Protecting Your Rights: Exploring FTC Safeguards
Anyone who works in financial services knows the importance of abiding by FTC safeguards. Adherence to these standards promotes transparency and fairness between consumers and businesses, enhancing relations. Understanding why you need to secure your customers’ rights is central to the future of any financial services provider. Stick around as we explore all aspects of […]
Training and Managing Employees for Ultimate Data Security
It’s important that every accounting firm and tax professional establish basic employee training and management protocols to protect sensitive business and tax client information. Training and managing employees for ultimate data security is an important aspect of complying with the FTC Safeguards Rule. A few months ago, we guided you through the general requirements of […]
Always Be on Guard For Potential Security Breaches
Part of running a successful accounting firm is guarding against potential security breaches. The nature of a financial services business puts you in control of sensitive client information, including taxpayer identification numbers, social security numbers, and other nonpublic personal information. Your accounting firm must understand the types of security breaches out there to guard against […]
