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Payroll Tips for Seasonal Hospitality Staff in Colorado
July is peak season in Colorado Springs. With festivals, tourism, and outdoor dining in full swing, many restaurants, hotels, event venues, and food trucks are running at full capacity — and that means lots of seasonal and part-time hires.

Averil Barmann
3 min read


How the “Big Beautiful Bill” Could Affect Colorado Springs Restaurants — And How to Stay Financially Savvy
Big legislative changes are on the horizon — and if you own a restaurant in Colorado Springs, you’ll want to pay attention. The recently passed “Big Beautiful Bill” (officially HB24-1448) is making waves across Colorado. It introduces changes to how government agencies collect fees and may have long-term implications for local businesses — especially in hospitality.
Let’s take a closer look at what this bill could mean for your restaurant, what you can do to stay ahead, and

Averil Barmann
4 min read


Are Your Books Summer-Ready? What Seasonal Businesses in Colorado Need to Know
Summer in Colorado brings sunshine, tourism, festivals—and for many small business owners, it’s the busiest (and most profitable) time of year. Whether you’re running a landscaping company, managing a farmers market booth, organizing events, or operating a local attraction, the warm months can put pressure on more than just your calendar. Your bookkeeping also needs to keep up.

Averil Barmann
3 min read


How Colorado’s June Sales Tax Filing Deadline Affects Your Monthly Books
June isn’t just the start of summer—it’s also an important month for sales tax compliance if you run a retail business in Colorado. If you’re a monthly filer, the Colorado sales tax deadline is coming up fast, and missing it can lead to penalties, interest, and stress you don’t need.
Whether you own a boutique in Monument, a shop in Colorado Springs, or you sell online across the state, having your books in order is key to filing on time and accurately.

Averil Barmann
2 min read


Should Your Colorado Business Be an LLC or S-Corp? A Bookkeeper’s Perspective
Choosing the right business structure is one of the biggest decisions a Colorado entrepreneur can make. If you’re debating between an LLC and an S-Corp, it’s important to understand how each structure affects your bookkeeping, taxes, and long-term strategy.

Averil Barmann
1 min read


Spring Clean Your Books: 5 Essential Bookkeeping Tasks for Colorado Small Businesses in May
As the snow melts and the flowers bloom across Colorado, May is the perfect time for small business owners to do more than just clean out the garage. It’s also an ideal time to tidy up your books. Mid-year is just around the corner, and organizing your finances now can set you up for a stronger second half of the year.

Averil Barmann
2 min read


Q2 Bookkeeping Tips Colorado Businesses Can’t Afford to Miss
Here at Barmann Bookkeeping, we specialize in helping Colorado-based businesses take the stress out of bookkeeping—so you can focus on what you do best. Below are our top Q2 bookkeeping tips tailored for local business owners:

Averil Barmann
2 min read


April is Financial Literacy Month: What Every Business Owner Should Know
April marks Financial Literacy Month, a time dedicated to promoting financial education and empowerment. For business owners in Colorado Spr

Averil Barmann
2 min read


How to Financially Prepare Your Hospitality Business for Tourist Season in Colorado Springs
At Barmann Bookkeeping, we help small hospitality businesses plan, budget, and optimize their finances so they can thrive during peak season

Averil Barmann
3 min read
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