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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about catching up your books.

Getting Started

Do I need QuickBooks Online?
Yes — we work with QuickBooks Online (QBO) specifically. We connect via Intuit's official OAuth or you can invite us as an accountant user. Xero and other platforms coming soon.
What if I don't have QuickBooks yet?
We can help you set up a QBO account as part of the process. We'll import your bank transactions and categorize everything from scratch.
How far behind can I be?
We've cleaned up books that were 3+ years behind. Our standard tiers cover 1–24 months. For longer periods, reach out for a custom quote.
Do I need to prepare anything before starting?
Nope. Just connect your QBO and we handle the rest. If you have any notes or context about unusual transactions, that's helpful but not required.

Pricing & Payment

How does pricing work?
Flat rate per month of catch-up. The more months you need cleaned up, the lower the per-month rate. Starting at $99/month for quick jobs, down to $69/month for 13+ months.
Are there any hidden fees?
No. The quote you get is the price you pay. No hourly surprises, no scope creep charges, no subscription.
When do I pay?
Payment is collected after you confirm your quote but before work begins. One invoice, one payment.
Is this a subscription?
No. This is a one-time project. We clean up your books and you're done. If you want ongoing bookkeeping after, we can connect you with our partner service.
What if I'm not satisfied?
We'll work with you until your books are right. If we can't deliver clean books, you get a full refund.

The Process

How long does it take?
Most catch-ups are done in 3–7 business days. Complex jobs (12+ months, high transaction volume, multiple entities) may take up to 10 business days.
Is a real human reviewing my books?
Yes. Our AI handles the heavy lifting — categorizing transactions, reconciling accounts, identifying patterns. Then a real human bookkeeper reviews everything before delivery.
Will you change my existing categorizations?
We respect your existing work. We'll clean up uncategorized transactions and fix obvious errors, but we won't override intentional categorizations without flagging them first.
What if I have questions during the process?
You'll have access to a dashboard showing progress. If we have questions about specific transactions, we'll reach out via the dashboard or email.

Security & Privacy

Is my data secure?
Bank-level encryption. We connect via Intuit's official OAuth — no passwords are exchanged. Your data stays in your QBO instance. We don't store transaction data outside of QBO.
Who can see my financial data?
Only the AI engine and your assigned reviewer. We don't share your data with third parties. Ever.
Can I revoke access after the job is done?
Absolutely. Once we deliver your clean books, you can disconnect us from your QBO instantly. We recommend keeping access for 30 days in case you have follow-up questions.

After Delivery

What do I get when it's done?
Clean P&L, balanced Balance Sheet, reconciled bank and credit card accounts, and a summary report of everything we did.
What if I fall behind again?
Come back anytime — we'll clean it up again at the same flat rate. Or check out our Stay Caught Up partner service for ongoing monthly bookkeeping.
Can my CPA access the cleaned-up books?
Yes — the books live in your QBO. Your CPA can access them directly, same as always. We just make sure they're clean and accurate.

Still have questions?

Get a free quote — we'll answer any remaining questions during the process.