Billing and collections guides for
accounting and professional service firms

The Anchor blog explains how firms price work, write engagement letters, send invoices and collect payments. Each guide is written for accounting, bookkeeping, tax and professional services teams that want predictable cash flow without chasing clients.

How to sell your accounting firm (without regretting the deal)

Selling your accounting firm soon? Learn what buyers value beyond the multiple and get a due diligence checklist to reduce deal friction.

Anchor Team

February 2, 2026

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How to write payment reminders that get results

Master payment reminders with clear tips, timing strategies, and templates to help you get paid faster while keeping client relationships strong.

Anchor Team

January 30, 2026

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How to use the DSO formula to fix your cash flow

Learn how the DSO formula helps you spot cash flow issues, improve payment collection, and keep your business finances healthy with practical, friendly advice.

Anchor Team

January 29, 2026

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What Is a DSO calculator? A guide for accountants

A DSO calculator helps accountants track payment timelines and improve cash flow. Learn how to use one and what features to look for in this guide.

Anchor Team

January 28, 2026

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What this firm owner got honest about that most don’t

In this Unbalanced episode recap, firm owner Sabrina Burke shares what modern bookkeeping really looks like behind the scenes. From stepping away from scale to avoid burnout, to navigating client trust, cybersecurity risks, and the isolation of remote work, the conversation highlights the realities many accounting firm owners experience but rarely discuss. The piece explores why boundaries, training, security, and community are no longer optional, and how today’s bookkeeping role has expanded far beyond the numbers.

Anchor Team

January 28, 2026

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