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The Cynical CPA
The Cynical CPA: Real talk about accounting, taxes, and everything in between. Hosted by Corrine Hasbany, CPA, EA, founder of XAct Accounting Services, this podcast cuts through the jargon, bookkeeping chaos, and tax confusion so you get the clarity you actually need.
No fluff. No sugarcoating. Just honest, practical advice for business owners and individuals who want to understand their numbers, make smarter financial decisions, and stop reacting to surprises at tax time.
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Things That Go Bump in Your Books: The Little Shoebox of Horrors
In this episode of the Cynical CPA, Corrine Hasbany discusses the common issue of disorganized receipts and financial records, often referred to as the…
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Things That Go Bump in Your Books: The Expense That Wasn’t What It Seemed
In this episode of the Cynical CPA, Corrine Hasbany discusses the complexities of accounting for expenses, emphasizing the importance of accurately…
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Things That Go Bump in Your Books: The Mystery of the Missing Money
In this episode of The Cynical CPA, Corrine Hasbany delves into the complexities of accounting, particularly focusing on the confusion surrounding sales…
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Things That Go Bump in Your Books: The Reconciliation That Won't Die
In this episode of the Cynical CPA, Corrine Hasbany discusses the importance of bank reconciliations in accounting, highlighting common issues that can arise…
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C-Corps, and S-Corps and LLCs, Oh My!
In this episode of the Cynical CPA, Corrine Hasbany breaks down the complexities of business structures, specifically LLCs, S Corporations, and C Corporations…
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The Tax Nobody Warned You About: Estimated Taxes
If you’re self-employed, a business owner, an independent contractor, or earning income without taxes being withheld from your paycheck, you may have heard the…
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It's Mid-Year: How Is Your Business Really Doing?
We’re halfway through the year — but do you actually know how your business is performing? Many business owners wait until tax season to look at their numbers…
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Diary of a CPA: Tax Season Edition
An inside look at tax season from the CPA side of the desk, discussing wins, challenges, and the importance of planning ahead. The episode provides insights…
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What Your Accountant Really Wants This Tax Season
In this episode of The Cynical CPA, Corrine Hasbany, CPA, EA discusses the unspoken wishes of accountants during tax season. She highlights the things that…
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The Cynical CPA-Holiday Break
The Cynical CPA podcast is taking a break over the holidays to gear up before tax season takes over. Regular episodes are on pause, but I’ll still drop a few…
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Episode 3: If Your Bookkeeping is Disorganized- It’s Holding Your Business Back
In episode 3 of The Cynical CPA, I break down how disorganized bookkeeping quietly drains your time, money, and opportunities. I explain the hidden…
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Episode 2: Why Professional Accounting Pays for Itself
Episode 2: Why Professional Accounting Pays for Itself Welcome back to The Cynical CPA, the podcast where we cut the fluff and talk honestly about accounting…
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Episode 1: Why Fall Is Your Secret Weapon for Tax Season
Fall isn’t just pumpkin spice season—it’s the perfect time to take control of your finances before tax season hits. In this very first episode of The Cynical…