April 21st 2008
Another reason to work with a virtual assistant
Back in June 2006 when I officially started my business, I didn’t know half of what I thought I knew. Does that make sense? I had spent months researching the virtual assistance industry, and studying the way other VAs were marketing themselves. I thought I knew all of the benefits that came with hiring a VA, but my first client quickly taught me that I didn’t.
One of the main reasons the real estate agent who became my first client wanted to contract my services was something I had never considered before, and I’ve forgotten about until we’re here in the middle of tax season!
While we were having our initial consultation, he told me that he really needed some legitimate business expenses, and my services would certainly provide that to him, while helping him to keep on top of things at the same time.
Have you had your taxes prepared yet? Did you have enough business expenses? We’re already practically at the end of April, so you might be looking for something to spend your money on to help you out for next year’s taxes. The services of a virtual assistant are not only a legitimate business expense, but by outsourcing your administrative duties - you know, the ones you hate doing so they rarely get done - you’ll free up time to do things that will help boost your income.
5 Comments »
Ruth, MaplewoodVA on 21 Apr 2008 at 11:39 am #
Jaime,
A great post highlighting a seldom thought of reason to utilize a VA’s services and it’s sure to give business owners another plus in deciding to take the step into outsourcing.
Diana Ennen on 21 Apr 2008 at 11:49 am #
That really is a good post. I can almost see myself when I have a client on the fence saying, “Oh and it’s a business expense” and it possibly making the difference.
I remember about 7 years ago I was working with one client and it was December 1st (around Christmas), and she asked if she could pay for four months now. That was before I was really offering much retainer services, and I had three kids with Christmas in 3 weeks, I was like ‘are you kidding?” Absolutely! She apparently found out she made too much that year and desperately needed a write-off. Of course, I’d help her. We did had an awesome Christmas that year!
Thanks for the reminder!
Diana Ennen
Agnes Ikotun on 21 Apr 2008 at 2:01 pm #
There are many benefits from joining forces with a VA and this could be the icing on the cake. Thanks for bringing into focus, this valuable tip.
Frances Palaschuk on 22 Apr 2008 at 11:23 pm #
Thanks Jamie for sharing this excellent pointer…I never would have thought about this way! Hire a virtual assistant as a tax write-off! This is excellent news for many entrepreneurs, especially ones who need to start outsourcing some of their projects.
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