Bookkeeping Tip #7
Joe Cavell February 9, 2026
Pay yourself a regular salary.
If you own a C-Corp or S-Corp, you’re required to pay yourself a reasonable salary through payroll. But even if you’re self-employed, a freelancer, or a partner, it’s still smart to pay yourself consistently (as an owner’s draw).
Paying yourself on a set schedule helps reinforce that your business and personal finances are separate. Instead of having your business pay personal expenses throughout the month, have it pay you once—and then cover personal expenses from your personal account.
✅ Cleaner books
✅ Fewer mixed transactions✅ Easier tracking and tax prep
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