Dirty Little Secret #8 of 10 – The Clutter Firing Squad
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Here are the three killer questions I ask clients to help them take action against clutter:
Do you need it?
In this category fall the many types of document a business is required to keep for a limited period of time, and some not at all. Digital files are now acceptable in many instances, which allows you to move the originals off-site, or even destroy them (WHAT?!). Also in this category are some types of statements and invoices.
Ask a CPA or visit www.irs.gov for the latest on document retention requirements and recommendations for your type … Continue Reading
