CBA Blog

Resolved: Scripts error message when opening Sage 50 US

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT

On Wednesday, September 11, 2024, Sage was informed that customers were getting a message “An error has occurred in the script on this page” when opening Sage 50. This issue has now been resolved and will start rolling out through a Product and Services update. The update will automatically download and install in the background when it is made available and after closing and then reopening Sage 50. To get this fix you must be on the latest product version.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Error Script Error Message

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT

"An error has occurred in the script on this page" error in Sage 50. It appears is an issue that just occurred today (9/11/2024) and Sage is working on the solution. See below message from Sage and how to continue working in Sage: NOTE: As of September 11, 2024, there are widespread reports of "an error has occurred in the script on this page" error when opening Sage 50. The error will pop up each time when opening or changing a company. The temporar.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Software and Free Training!

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 16 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Starting a new business or looking for new accounting software? Call us for discounted Sage 50 software pricing and 2 hours of free training on Sage 50 software! CBA is an authorized Sage 50 reseller with certified consultants on staff. We can train you on best accounting practices and assist you with your new business set up or train you on your transition to Sage 50 software. Please call 1.800.339.8224 for more information.

Installing Sage 50 in a Network Environment

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 06 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT

This blog post will guide you throughinstalling on a workstation in a network environment. CAUTION: Thissolution requires advanced knowledge of your computer's operating system.Contact your system administrator or IT provider for assistance. Modifyingyour Windows Registry incorrectly can severely affect system operations. Alwayscreate a backup of your data before proceeding with advanced solutions. Section 1 - Update an existing workstation after server wasupdated When opening t.. ( Read More )

New Business Accounting System Checklist

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 28 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Starting your own business or buying a new business? While it might be overwhelming here are a few short tips to get you going. Purchase Sage 50 accounting software. If you want to know why we recommend Sage 50 just give us a call @ 1.800.339.8224 to discuss and we will help you identify the right Sage 50 product to meet your business needs. If you need assistance with any of the following we do offer 2 hours of training with any software purchase! Enter your company information. Estab.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Won't Activate

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 22 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Can't Activate Sage 50
Sage 50 2020.1 and older versions will not activate if you need to reactivate or reinstall your Sage 50 US Edition software. Why? The reason is that Transport Layer Security (TLS) v1.0 and 1.1 is a third-party component that is used in versions 2020.1 and earlier of Sage 50. Sage will no longer support this component due to security-related issues. Newer versions of Sage 50 do not utilize TLS v1.0 and v1.1. Over the past months, we have had morecustomers report that even a Wi.. ( Read More )

Requirements for Sage 50 US Integration with Microsoft

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 01 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Most new PCs or laptops that include a Microsoft installation willautomatically have the 64-bit version installed. While the Sage 50 system requirements shows that Sage 50 2024 is compatible with Windows 11, if the Windows 11installation includes the Microsoft 64-bit installation, it will not integrateas expected with Sage 50 US. Integration with Sage 50 US requires the use of32-bit applications. Microsoft will, by default, install the 64-bit version of the application and as such will .. ( Read More )

2024 Tax Filing Deadlines

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 15 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Below are the 2023 tax year filing deadlines: January 16, 2024 Individuals: Pay the fourthinstallment of 2023 estimated taxes (Form 1040-ES) if not paying income taxthrough withholding or not paying sufficient income taxthrough withholding. Employers: Deposit SocialSecurity, Medicare and withheld income taxes for December 2023 if the monthlydeposit rule applies. Employers: Deposit nonpayrollwithheld income tax for December 2023 if the monthly deposit rule applies. January 31.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2024.0.1 Update

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 14 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT

Important:Download Sage 50 US 2024.0.1 TheSage 50 US Version 2024.0.1 update is now available and addresses the belowbullets: · The Sage 50 US 2024.0.1 update resolves an issuewhere automatic or cloud backups do not complete when sharing a company throughRemote Data Access. If you use either automatic or cloud backups, we stronglyrecommend you download and install this update to avoid disruption to yourbusiness. · Sage 50 US 2024.0.1 is an important update toresolve the Sage .. ( Read More )

Can I convert my Sage 50 data or upgrade from an older version?

(Tim Hambsch) — Sun, 10 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 can be converted from the previoussix-year versions. EXAMPLE: Version 2024 canconvert from versions 2018 to 2023, or version 2023 can convert from versions2017 to 2022. CBA can assist with converting your data from Sage 502016 or older versions (formerly Peachtree) by “stair stepping” it up to acurrent version. Please call 1.800.339.8224 or Contact us here for more details!

What's New in Sage 50 2024

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 18 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 2024 Accounting Software (US Edition) was released on October 17, 2023. This release is a subscription product that will ensure customers are always on current software and technical support with Sage is included with your purchase. Sage HR integration with Sage 50 (available to cloud-connected payroll subscribers)After you install 2024.0, you can connect your business to Sage HR which includes: Employee record sync: Sync your employee records with S.. ( Read More )

Can't Activate Sage 50 Software

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT

Effective September 30, 2023 Sage users will not be able to reinstall or activate older versions of Sage 50 US Edition. This includes Sage 50 2020.1and all prior versions. The reason for this is that Transport Layer Security (TLS) v1.0 and 1.1 is athird-party component that is used in versions 2020.1 and earlier of Sage 50. Sage will no longer support this component due to security-related issues. Newer versions ofSage 50 do not utilize Transport Layer Security v1.0 and v1.1. Toavoid disrup.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2023 Price Increase

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 22 May 2023 00:00:00 GMT

On June 1, 2023, the following Sage 50cloud U.S. priceswill be increasing to remain in line with rising costs and inflation rates seenin the market today. Sage 50cloud U.S. Premium & Quantumapproximately 5% increase. Payroll Tier levels approximately 1% increase. If you need to purchase a new or upgrade your existing Sage 50 product please contact us at 1.800.339.8224 for a quote. The Sage 50 cloud /subscription product is still a local install on your desktop or server -- it does provi.. ( Read More )

Important Changes to Sage 50 2020.1 and Older Versions

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 05 May 2023 00:00:00 GMT

If you are on Sage 50 2020.1 and olderthese versions are not receiving the latestcompliance updates and is utilizing an unsupported third-party component. Onesuch example is the Transport Layer Security (TLS) protocol v 1.0 and 1.1 ofwhich new versions of Sage 50 no longer support due to security-related issues. Sage 50 version 2020.1 and older still rely on this unsecure component. If you attempt to reinstall orreactivate these unsupported versions of Sage 50 after September 30, .. ( Read More )

Benefits of the Sage 50 Cloud Product

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT

Below are some of the benefits of the Sage 50 cloud product: Office 365 integration Remote data access Bank feeds Credit card processing If you run your own payroll you receive payroll tax formulas and forms updates Online backups, Integration with more 3rd party apps and ability to add new usersalong with getting all the current service releases and product updates. All the software companies are movingthis to subscription and Microsoft leads the way. If you need more information or .. ( Read More )

CBA acquires North Star Ventures

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 06 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT

We're excited to announce that Computerized Business Associates (CBA) has acquired North Star Ventures (NSV) and will be merging the operations of the two companies as of January 1st, 2023.
We're excited to announce that Computerized Business Associates (CBA) has acquired North Star Ventures (NSV) and will be merging the operations of the two companies as of January 1st, 2023.NSV has been successfully supporting the accounting and software needs of small to mid-size businesses since 1989 and the combination of these two established, reputable companies will now provide our combined customer base and our new customers with an even greater level of expert resources and custome.. ( Read More )

Setting up Oregon Paid Family Leave (ORPF) in Sage 50L)

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 28 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Beginning on January 1, 2023 businesses in Oregon are subject to Paid Leave Oregon (denoted hereto as paid family leave). If a business or organization has 25 or more employees, it is required to contribute to Paid Leave Oregon. If a business has fewer than 25 employees, payments are not required, but employees still pay their portion and the business still needs to collect and submit their payments. The contribution rate for 2023 is 1% of each employee’s wages, up to a maximum of $132,900.. ( Read More )

Printing 2022 1099 Tax Forms in Sage

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 22 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT

How you print your 1099 forms depends on what version of Sage 50 that you are currently using. Here is a link to the Sage website indicating what forms you need to purchase for the 1099 NEC form. https://support.na.sage.com/selfservice/viewdocument.do?noCount=true&externalId=115997&sliceId=1&cmd=&ViewedDocsListHelper=com.kanisa.apps.common.BaseViewedDocsListHelperImpl&noCount=true In Sage 50 US release 2023.0 preprinted forms are no longer available, 1099 forms .. ( Read More )

Reported Issues With Sage 50 2023 Release

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 22 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT

There have been reported issues with the Sage 50 2023 release: Immediately running slow, not responding and freezing up. Please note that not all customers have experienced issues after installing the 2023 update but enough Sage 50 users have reported being down after installing the release for us to recommend that you do not install 2023 until Sage has announced that the issue has been fixed. Please continue to check here for updates on the situation as we will updat.. ( Read More )

50% Off Sage 50 Subscription Product

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 18 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT

If you are on a 2016 - 2021 Sage 50 perpetual license product and want to upgrade to Sage 50 2023 there is a 50% off promotion through 12/30/2022! Contact us for a quote ... just let us know what version of Sage you are on (Pro, Premium or Quantum) and how many user licenses you need. Why you should consider upgrading to Sage 50 2023: Through 12/30/2022 you can upgrade for 50% off and Sage 50 2023 is the only release that is compatible with Windows 11. Additionally, on the subscription .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2023 Perpetual License End of Life (EOL) Notification

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 01 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Effective January 1, 2023, only subscription licenses for Sage 50 will beavailable going forward. If you own a perpetual license, thecurrent plan can be renewed one last time. You will be entitled to one last 12-month renewal to the perpetuallicense, with the support period for such renewal ending no later than September 30, 2023. This means that you will have plenty of time to decide if you want to migrate to the subscription product or remain on an unsupported perpetual license produc.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2023 is Here!

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 25 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT

The latest edition of Sage 50ꟷU.S. Edition 2023.0 is now available! You’ll notice a new logo, program icon, and a new color palette to emphasize the brilliant green, black and white. Security is a top concern for Sage where methodologies are reviewed and updated to identify any concerns with Sage 50. Numerous health checks are done on areas identified as a potential security threat to Sage 50. Sage will always recommend that you upgrade to the most current versio.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2023 is Here!

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 18 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 2023
Sage 50 US Version 2023 Is Now Live The new Sage 50 US 2023 release is now live and starts being sold today. Note: The auto-shipment of 2023 for on plan customers and partners to be populated in their accounts has been delayed until October 25th. For all new or winback customers that are now placing orders starting today will be the 2023 version. We are no longer selling the version 2022. .. ( Read More )

Why You Should Upgrade Your Sage 50 Software Now!

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 04 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT

If you are on Sage 50 product that is 2019 and older you need to be aware of the following: If your software needs to be reinstalled it will NOT activate and you will have to buy software if you want to continue to use your existing Sage 50 data. For more details here is a blog post on our website. You still have the ability to purchase a perpetual license product (you own the software – no ongoing fees / renewals required.) Sage has been saying that eventuall.. ( Read More )

What's New in Sage 50 2023?

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 2023.0 is scheduled to be released on October 18, 2022. If you purchase prior to the 2023 release date you will receive the Sage 50 2022 product and the Sage 50 2023 and you will also avoid the price increase that will go into effect on 10/18/2023! Here are some of the improvements Sage has made: Windows 11 compatibility Whether you plan to install on a new system or update your current one, Sage 50 Accounting—U.S. Edition 2023.0 is up to date. Security is a top priority to .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2023 Release Date

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 2023 is scheduled to be released on October 18, 2022! This post will updated as soon as we know what features will be in the new release. If you are currently on Sage 50 2022 that product will become obsolete and unsupported on March 1, 2023. If you are on an older product and need to upgrade to Sage 50 2022 or Sage 50 2023 please contact us for a quote.

Best Practices for Using Sage 50 & Remote Data Access

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 20 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Register for this webinar on September 28, 2022 to learn more about Sage 50 best software practices, useful tips and tricks, and the Remote Data Access (RDA) feature. The webinar will cover these topics: Maintaining your database and protecting your accounting data. Checking your current software version and determining if updates are available. Reviewing your company file size, and its effect on performance. Accessing, sharing, and working with your accounting data remotely. Defini.. ( Read More )

How to Manually Activate Sage 50 US Edition

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 19 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Below is information on how to activate Sage 50 if you are not connected to the internet: Please note that the instructionsbelow assume that the user is on a computer with no Internet connection. If youhave an Internet connection and are manually activating because onlineactivation fails, then when instructed to save activation files to externalmedia, you can save the files to the Desktop and email from the same computerinstead. Note: If running Sage 50 on anetwork, Sections I and III m.. ( Read More )

FAQ's Regarding Sage 50 2022 Installation

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 08 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Below are some frequently asked question regarding the installation or Sage 50 upgrade. If you need to purchase a Sage 50cloud or perpetual license product please contact us @1.800.339.8224. If you are on an active business care plan with Sage you can contact technical support @1.866.747.3888 and reference your Sage customer ID. What do I need before I install Sage? Your serial number. If you are upgrading from a recent previous version, your new serial number should auto-fill. For fir.. ( Read More )

Logicm XLGL to Replace Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting (SIR)

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 09 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Below are FAQ regarding the retirement of Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting: Q. Why is Sage Intelligence being retired? A: Sage Intelligence is a desktop product and is not designed to fully leverage M365 Excel in thecloud. Sage is investing in their cloud strategy and will discontinue investing in Sage Intelligence. Q: When will support for Sage Intelligence end? A: Sage will retire and no longer support SIR on 10//1/2022. When users upgrade to the 2023 version of Sa.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Crashes When Entering or Saving Transactions

(Tim Hambsch) — Sat, 30 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Below are a few possible fixes if your Sage 50 program crashes when entering or saving transactions: Please note that if you are on Sage 50 2019 or older the program will not activate due to an unsupported database. If you need to purchase a Sage 50 cloud / subscription product or a perpetual license product please contact us for a quote at 1.800.339.8224 or email us here... let us know what year you're currently on, product and how many user licenses you need. Section I: Clear DDFs and.. ( Read More )

Save 50% on Sage 50cloud!

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 13 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Sage50Cloud US 50% Off Promotion For Sage 50 (Peachtree) Perpetual Customers to Sage 50cloud. To purchase contact us at 1.800.339.8224. This promotion is applicable to customers using Sage 50 perpetual license product on versions 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 or 2019 only. Promotional Offer: 50% discount off first year on Sage 50cloud US subscription ONLY. Annual renewal fee is required or data will go to read-only. Promotional Code: D-1796-0059. Promotion pricing is availab.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Data Conversion

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 01 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT

If you are on a Sage 50 or Peachtree product that is older than the 2016 release you will need to have your data converted / stair-stepped into the 2022 product. This is not something you can do yourself (unless you can obtain a compatible older serial number which in reality is not cost-effective). We can convert your data for a nominal fee if you purchase your software from us. Typically we will have you upload your data to our OneDrive site, run the conversion and upload the converted da.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Won't Activate

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 07 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Due to a third-party database component that is no longer supported, Sage 50 US users will be unable to install and activate Sage 50 US versions 2013 through 2019.  For example, if you have been using one of these older versions and you upgrade your hardware or try to install it on another device attempts to reinstall or reactivate Sage 50 US versions 2013 through 2019 will be unsuccessful.Attempting to activate will result in the error: "There was a problem activating..."O.. ( Read More )

Edit User Rights in Sage 50

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 28 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT

This blog post will explain how to: Edit user rights Change user access Change a user's permissions Edit a role's rights Set up User Security How to setup user security preferences Select Maintain, Users, and then select Set Up Security Select User Name you wish to edit, and then select Edit User's Rights. If using Quantum Accounting, select Roles List tab. Note: If using Quantum Accounting, you can also edit a role's ac.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2021 Obsolescence

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 03 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT

On March 2, 2022 Sage 50 2021 will become obsolete and no longer will be supported by Sage. If you are using a Sage 50 2021 perpetual license product you can continue to use your software as-is. If you are a Sage customer on a current business care plan and you have not installed your 2022 upgrade and you contact Sage for support after 3/2/2022 they will not support the product or provide technical assistance to you. If you need to upgrade your Sage 50 (Peachtree) software please contact us .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2019 Activation

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 20 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT

If you are on a Sage 50 2019 program or older and cannot activate the software there is no solution to remain on your existing Sage 50 software. If you are using an out-of-date software program, and you need to reactive the software due to reinstallation or other hardware/environmental changes, you will not be able to obtain the activation necessary for the software as Pervasive database is no longer supported for these older software versions. You will need to purchase either a perpetual li.. ( Read More )

Printing 1099 & 1096 Forms in Sage 50

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 10 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT

If you donot subscribe to the payroll tax service, you can print the 1099 and 1096 formsthrough Sage rather than Aatrix. The 1099-NEC forms were redesigned by the IRS,so for your convenience, we have provided customized 1099-NEC forms (filesattached). To print the 1099 and 1096 forms usingSage: Go to Reports & Forms, Forms, Tax Forms. Select the desired 1099-NEC or 1096 form. Select the filing year. You may filter vendors by ID, active/inactive, or by pay.. ( Read More )

Printing 1099 NEC Form in Sage 50

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 07 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT

ForPayroll Subscribers - Print to 3-part red copy/4-part blank perforated form oreFile (Aatrix) The 1099-NEC Form was released for all customers on a payroll subscription viaan Aatrix forms update on December 16, 2020. To check for the latest tax forms,browse to Reports& Forms, Forms, Tax Forms, thendouble-click PayrollTax Forms. That will automatically install any Aatrix tax formsthat are missing and will load the latest forms for you. In order for the data to automatically popu.. ( Read More )

Webinar: Due Diligence Steps for 1099 IRS Tax Forms

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 05 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT

This webinar will cover compliance aspects relating to the 1099 NEC Form and the 1099 MISC Form. It will address the basics of 1099'sincluding who must file, which transactions are reportable, and who will receive a 1099. Also discussed will be due diligence steps for determining who is acontractor vs. who is an employee, and how to effectively use Form_W-9. Filing issues including due dates, the e-filing mandate, andpenalties for late filing, and how to reply to CP-2100 notices from the .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2022 Perpetual License vs. Sage 50cloud

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 03 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT

What are the differences between Sage 50 and Sage 50cloud? Both products are a local install. Here are the differences: Sage 50 cloud / subscription allows you to access the dataremotely (the Sage 50 data is stored in the cloud but it is still a localinstall). You do not own this software. Annual renewal fee isrequired or the data will go to read-only. With this product youare always on current software and have technical support with Sage as long asthe renewal fee is paid. Annual renewa.. ( Read More )

How to Run Sage 50 Year End Wizard

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 28 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Below are instructions if you need to do any of the following items: Procedure for running the Year-End Wizard How to run the Year End Wizard How to close a year How to open the next year Year-End Wizard walk through How do I switch to Jan [next year]? I cannot change my accounting period to the next year. Archive company during Year-End Wizard Year End.. ( Read More )

Does Sage 50 Support Microsoft Windows 11?

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 03 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT

We’ve been asked this question a lot as of late and the short answer is no … Microsoft Windows 11 is not yet listed as a supported operating system in the Sage 50 2024 system requirements. As when Windows 10 came out Sage 50 may function but you also may run into unexpected problems at some point and as soon as Sage determines you are running Windows 11 they will not support you in finding a resolution. Based on this our recommendation at this point is to NOT install the Microsoft Windows 11 u.. ( Read More )

How to Print the 1096 and 1099 Forms in Sage 50

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 17 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT

If you are not a Sage 50 payroll subscribe below are the instructions to 50print the 1099 and 1096 forms using Sage 50 US Editiona: Go to Reports & Forms, Forms, Tax Forms. Select the desired 1099-NEC or 1096 form. Select the filing year. You may filter vendors by ID, active/inactive, or by payment method. Click Refresh List to get preview of the vendors that will print. You may click Print/E-mail to print the 1099 forms, or click Print Preview to preview them to the screen firs.. ( Read More )

Printing Sage 50 1099-NEC Filing Forms

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 18 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT

The 1099-NEC forms for reporting year 2021 have been changed to a 3-up form rather than 2-up. Updated forms are currently available with self-seal compatible envelopes. The 1099-NEC forms can be downloaded and accessed by Sage 50 users. Follow the steps below: Save the .FRM files to your computers desktop (In a typical installation, FRM files are located in the \Company\Forms folder based on the INI location for the Datapath of Sage 50.) Locate your Sage 50 data path Inside t.. ( Read More )

How Do I Change my Sage 50 Product Version or User Licenses?

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 15 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT

If you purchased a different version of Sage 50 or purchased more user licenses below are the instructions to activate your new product: Verify that Sage 50 is closed on all workstations. On the Server, right-click Sage icon that is on the desktop, and then select Run as administrator Click Help, Sage 50 Activation, Licensing, and Subscription Options Select Change your current version Click OK Enter the new version's Serial Number Click OK Click Help, About Sag.. ( Read More )

1099-NEC IRS Tax Form Change

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 12 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT

IRS UPDATE: For tax year 2021, the IRS has redesigned Form 1099-NEC to 3 forms per page, as compared to previous years where it was constructed of 2 forms per page. Due to this change a new envelope will be required for distributing recipient copes. If you need to order Sage 50 or Quickbook tax forms contact us at 1.800.339.8224 to ensure you get the correct forms and envelopes!

Sage 50 Custom Report Conversion

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 04 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 Conversion to Logicim's XLGL
Last week Sage announced that the replacement product for the Sage Intelligence Reporting feature is Logicim’s XLGL à https://www.logicimtech.com/Products/XLGL?affcode=11010–it’san Excel add-in that runs outside of Sage 50 and there are some nicebenefits: Users do NOT have to get into Sage 50 to run a report It is a one-time purchase (no subscription fees) Best of all you can automatically refresh the report data without rerunning the report CBA has started testi.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting Retirement Notification

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 24 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT

On September 30, 2021 the SageIntelligence Reporting solution will no longer be sold or included with anypurchase of the Sage 50 US Edition product. Sage made this decision tostreamline the Sage 50 product and development resources to better serve theSage 50 customer base. Sage will retire and no longersupport Sage Intelligence Reporting for Sage 50 US Edition after September 30, 2022. There is a newoption we've started to use to create Sage 50 custom reports as well as toconvert any exi.. ( Read More )

CBA Offers New Sage 50 Custom Report Solution

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 13 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT

New Sage 50 Custom Report Feature
Computerized Business Associates (CBA) is proud to be one of thefirst Sage 50 US Edition solution providers to offer custom reports usingLogicim XLGL. Please feel free to contact us to learn more about howLogicim XLGL can be used to meet all of your Sage 50 custom reporting needs.1.800.339.8224 or info@computerizedbusiness.com

Sage 50 2022 Paid Family Leave Enhancement

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 09 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Support for State Paid Family and Medical Leave (Traditional & Cloud)
Paid Family Leave in Sage 50 2022 (click to watch short video regarding this feature) In 2020, the federal government implemented a temporary Paid Family Leave program under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act as part of the COVID-19 support programs. Some states have adopted their own permanent Paid Family Leave programs to help cover costs incurred due to current and future medical issues. These states include: .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Winback Promotion!

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 19 Aug 2021 00:00:00 GMT

50% Off Sage 50 Cloud Subscription Accounting Software! If you are currently using a Sage 50 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 or 2020 perpetual license product and want to upgrade to Sage 50 2022 annual subscription product there is a promotion offer for 50% off through September 30, 2021.Call CBA 1.800.339.8224 and mention this Promo Code: D-1796-0051What is Sage 50 Cloud / Subscription?

Changes to the 2021 1099 NEC Tax Form

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 23 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT

If you purchased Form1099-NEC last year, you will need to be aware of a format change. The IRS has redesigned Form 1099-NEC to three formsper page for tax year 2021, as compared to the previous year where it wasconstructed of two forms. Due to the 3up per form change, a newenvelope will be required for distributing recipient copies. What you and your customers need to know: This IRS change will impact your tax form order. A new envelope will be required for distributing recipient.. ( Read More )

New Features in Sage 50 2022!

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 14 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT

If you are considering an upgrade to Sage 50 2022 below are the features that have been added to the Sage 50 2022 release: Support for state family leave withholding Improved banking services integration Help when encountering connection issues when accessing your shared company Updates to 1099 references

Changes to the IRS 2021 NEC Tax Form

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 12 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT

IRS UPDATE for tax year 2021: 1099-NEC now 3 forms per page. For tax year 2021, the IRS has redesigned Form 1099-NEC to three forms per page, as compared to theprevious year where it was constructed of two forms. Due to this change, a new envelope will be required fordistributing recipient copies.We encourage you to prepare early. Additional envelopes or forms may be needed. There will be extra workinvolved with this change. Form 1099-NEC RequirementsForm 1099-NEC Information & Require.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2022 Release Date

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 10 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 2022 is scheduled to be released on July 21, 2021! If you purchase a Sage 50 2021 product or upgrade you will also receive the 2022 update. As always, we caution our customers to wait a few weeks before installing the new update just in case there's a bug in the program. With any new Sage 50 purchase or upgrade you will also receive technical support with Sage and all software updates / upgrades for 1 year from date of purchase (perpetual license product only). After your ye.. ( Read More )

How to Make Records Inactive in Sage 50

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 18 May 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Caution: Always create a backup of your data before proceeding with advanced solutions. If necessary, seek the assistance of a qualified Sage business partner, network administrator, or Sage customer support analyst. If you need assistance with this process please contact us at 1.800.339.8224.Deactivating customer, vendor or inventory records in Sage 50 can reduce the time it takes to find the right vendor or customer in your lookup lists. To make multiple records inactive: Click System on .. ( Read More )

What is Sage 50cloud?

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 19 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT

All About Sage 50cloud
Sage 50cloud is NOT a “cloud” or “online” program!! This is the most important thing to know about Sage50cloud – it will still need to be installed locally (or hosted by someone else). Your data is still stored locally it is not stored in “the cloud!” Many users are running Sage 50cloud and don’t even know it because it looks and functions exactly like the perpetual license but has some added “cloud-based” features that are not available with the traditional, perpetual license program.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 / Peachtree Data Conversions

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Below is a guide for the Sage 50 (formerly Peachtree) data conversion: Version 2020 canconvert data from the following prior versions · Sage50 Accounting 2014 - 2019 Version 2021 can convert data from the following prior versions · Sage50 Accounting 2015 - 2020 If you are purchasing a Sage 50 2021 product and have existing data the last year than can be upgraded directly is 2015. Any product older than 2015 will need to be stair-stepped up into the 2021.. ( Read More )

Printing 2021 1099 Misc & NEC Forms in Sage 50

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 08 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT

There have been many questions if Sage will be changing the Maintain Vendor screen to accommodate the 1099 NEC form the answer is NO. You will need to have all of your 1099-MISC and 1099-NEC Vendors selected with the 1099 Type "Independent Contractor," and then you will need to selectively choose your Vendors and print either the 1099-MISC or 1099-NEC form. Please note that you can only filter the printing of these forms by "Vendor Name Range." It would have been ideal if.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2021 Payroll Tax Update

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 01 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT

If you are a Sage 50 payroll customer your payroll tax update will be sent to you automatically through your product. The version for this tax update is 20210101 for release 2020, 2021.0, 2021.1, and 20210102 for release 2021.1.1. Follow these steps to make sure that your tax update was applied: Open your Sage 50 company Select Help > About Sage 50 Accounting Confirm that the installed Tax Update version number matches the version number listed above If your Installed Tax Update versio.. ( Read More )

Save 50% on Sage 50cloud 2021

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 22 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Don't start the new year off with outdated software! Upgrade your software to Sage 50cloud Accounting 2021 and help your business survive and thrive no matter what comes your way. You'll have access to new features and enhanced capabilities that allow you to stay connected, collaborate securely and streamline tasks for greater efficiency. When you upgrade to Sa.. ( Read More )

How to Update a Sage 50 Serial Number

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 30 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Below are the instructions on how to swap out the serial number to update the Sage 50 software or to change licensing options: Go to the server or the main computer hosting the data. Open Sage 50. Select Help, and then select Sage 50 Activation, Licensing, and Subscription Options. Select Change your current version and then click OK. Enter your new Serial Number and click OK. Sage will automatically close and reopen. If it does not, close Sage 50 ma.. ( Read More )

How to Use the Sage Intelligence Report Manager

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 19 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT

There are many useful buttons on the ribbon for Report Manager along with the shortcut menu (also known as the right-click menu). There are also additional tabs which will give you access to more options. For example, in the Tools tab, options are available to export and import reports as well as run all the reports in a folder. From the Help tab you can open the help file, connect to the online academy or the Knowledgebase. In this tip we have a list of the options and their des.. ( Read More )

Changes to Sage 50 Support

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 27 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Beginning November 5, 2020, Sage 50 U.S. is changing the way you contact Sage technical support. Now instead of calling in to a phone queue, you’ll contact Sage technical support through Chat. Thischange enables the Sage support team to route your questions to the most appropriateresource immediately. If your issue cannot be resolved via Chat, Sage support will call you and remote in if necessary. You will also have the ability to create an online case which is especially great for.. ( Read More )

Changes to the 1099-Misc Form for 2020 Tax Year

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 21 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT

IMPORTANT READ: We encourage you to prepare early. The IRS estimates this will affect 70% of the 1099-MISC forms that were filed in previous years. In previous tax years did you file the 1099-MISC tax form with Box 7 completed?If the answer is YES, you will now need to file Form 1099-NEC (Nonemployee Compensation) fortax year 2020. Data currently reported in Box 7 of Form 1099-MISC for previous tax years will be reported in Box 1 of Form 1099-NEC for tax year 2020. The new 1099-NEC will cap.. ( Read More )

Sage 50cloud Launches Sage Security Shield

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT

What is Sage Security Shield? Sage Security Shield is a new product that provides customers business ID theft andcyber protection. This new feature, included with Sage 50cloud (for new customer and renewals on 10/1) supports Sage 50clour users by providing protection to secure their business identity, monitor their credit and restore services shouldthere be any incidences detected. Sage 50cloud customers will see these benefits: • Continuous business credit and dark web monitoring .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2021 Data Conversion

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 07 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT

If you are on an older version of Peachtree and need to upgrade to Sage 50 2021 here are a few things you need to know: If you are on an old version of Peachtree (2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013) you will need to have your data stair-stepped up to be able to convert your data and upgrade to Sage 50 2020. If you buy your software from CBA we will do the conversion for you for a nominal cost. We coordinate the data conversion with you to minimize the impact t.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Fixed Assets Webinar - Close Out 2020

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 29 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT

With the end of year quickly approaching, make sure you are prepared for critical year-end activities related to the reporting, depreciating, and physical inventories of your company's capital assets. It's time to start thinking about year-end close. With the end of year quickly approaching, make sure you are prepared for critical year-end activities related to the reporting, depreciating, and physical inventories of your company's capital assets. Having a fi.. ( Read More )

What's New in Sage 50 2021.1

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 25 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Below is a list of the improvements made in the Sage 50 2021.1 version. Release date is scheduled for 9/30/2020. If you have not installed the update you can do so anytime on or after 9/30/2020. Directions are below on how to receive the update. You can also view info on the 2021.1 version on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/upTB04cUtyg Resolved! The issue with the mouse freezing and/or significant lag time while working in Sage 50 is now fixed. .. ( Read More )

Quickbooks and Sage 50 Tax Forms for 2020

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 24 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT

2020 IRS Tax Forms
Sadly, the 2020 tax season is just around the corner (again)! If you need year-end tax forms CBA's prices are better than buying directly from Intuit or Sage! If you don't know if you need a 3, 4 or 5 part 1099 form see the individual state filing requirements below. THERE ARE CHANGES TO THE 1099 MISCELLANEOUS FORM THIS YEAR. 70% of those forms filed will now require that the 1099-NEC form be filed instead. To comply with the 20.. ( Read More )

Payroll Enhancements in Sage 50 2021.1

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 22 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 2021.1 is scheduled to be released later this month or early October. The new versions incorporates new features to help you comply with reporting requirements for Form 941 Employer's Quarterly Federal Tax Return. This release automatically populates the amounts in the appropriate fields on Form 941 by extracting the amounts paid for Family and Sick leave allowed for under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). There is also an option that allows employers to s.. ( Read More )

50% Off Sage 50cloud 2021

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 17 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Through September 30, 2020 all new users to Sage 50 can purchase and receive a 50% discount. Here are just a few benefits of Sage 50cloud: You will be using the most up-to-date powerful Sage 50 Accounting product Your most current accounting data available in the cloud via Remote Access feature (additional fees apply) and the easiest way to share your data with your accountant or bookkeeper Microsoft 365 Business Standard integration Access to Sage AP Automation to streaml.. ( Read More )

IRS State Filing Requirements for the IRS 1099 Form

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 01 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT

If you need to file a 1099 form this year (most common are the 1099-NEC, 1099 Miscellaneous or 1099-INT) below are the state filing requirements for the 2020 tax year:State (Parts) Alabama (4 or 5) Alaska (3) Arizona (4)Arkansas (4 or 5) California (3 or 4) Colorado (4 or 5) Connecticut (4 or 5)Delaware (4 or 5) District of Columbia (4) Florida (3) Georgia (3 or 4) Hawaii(5) Idaho (4 or 5) Illinois (3 or 4) Indiana (4 or 5) Iowa (4 or 5) Kansas (4)Kentucky (3 or 4) Louisiana (3 or 4) Maine (4 .. ( Read More )

FAQ Purchasing Options for Sage 50 2021 Accounting Software

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 11 Aug 2020 00:00:00 GMT

When purchasing Sage 50 2021 US Edition there are 2 options available. You can still purchase the perpetual license (you own the accounting software and are not required to pay Sage a monthly or annual fee) or the Sage 50cloud product. This is a subscription and you do not own this software. You are required to pay Sage a monthly or annual fee to keep the software from becoming read-only. The Sage 50cloud product is a local install but allows users to access the data remotely via Sage Remote.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 and Microsoft Office Compatibility

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 16 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT

What versions of Microsoft Office are compatible with Sage 50 US Edition?50 Sage 50 release 2014, 2015, and 2016 are compatible with Office 2007, 2010, and 2013(32-bit edition) · Sage50 release 2020 and 2021 are compatible with Office 2007, 2010, 2013, 2016 and2019 (32-bit edition) · SomeOffice integration features (send to Excel, emailing forms/reports, mail merge,etc.) will only work with a full 32-bit version of Office, installed using an.msi file. This does inc.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2021 Released Today!

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 15 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 2021 is released today! If you would like to purchase either the perpetual license (you own the software) or the Sage 50 cloud /subscription contact us for pricing information. Below are the enhanced features in this version: Memorized Purchase Invoices – Purchase Invoices/Bills has been added to the list of transaction types you can memorize. Complete or partial transactions can easily be memorized and later quickly recalled and edited or used as is to save time an make data e.. ( Read More )

What are the Differences Between Sage 50 Premium & Quantum?

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 15 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Below are features that are in the Sage 50 2021 Quantum product. If you are on Premium you can always migrate and convert your data into the Quantum product. If you are on Quantum you cannot "downgrade" your data into the Premium version. Licensing. Sage 50 Premium allows for 1 - 5 users licenses. Quantum has licensing increments from 1 - 10, 15, 20, 30 and 40. Customizable Dashboard. Quantum allows you to create a cu.. ( Read More )

Long Awaited New Feature in Sage 50 2021!

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 13 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT

New mouseover text for fields provides extra information in Sage 50 2021! In transaction windows with Item and Job fields, you can now hover your mouse over the field to view the entire Item or Job ID as well asany Assemblies/Phase and Cost Codes associated with the Item or Job ID. Usingthis neat feature, you can hover over Item or Job ID fields to see the detailsin a popup rather than having to open each transaction just to be able to seethe details.If you need to upgrade your software to the.. ( Read More )

CBA Partners With Net at Work

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 09 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT

We are excited to announce that we have partnered with Net at Work! If you are looking to grow your business or identify a solution provider for a particular business need please contact us to see if we can assist. Here's the press release explaining more about our collaboration with Net at Work: Net at Work, a leading provider of integrated business technology solutions, today announced a formal strategic alliance with Computerized Business Associates, a highly reputable.. ( Read More )

How to Verify the Number of Sage 50 Licenses

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 10 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMT

If you need to check the number of Sage 50 licenses that you have or the remaining licenses to be used follow the steps below: Log in to the company as a user with Administrator rights Click Maintain, select Users, and click Set Up Security The remaining license count will display above the list of users Note: The User LicenseCount does not display in User Security for the Sage 50 Accountant's EditionIf you need to purchase additional Sage 50 user licenses (whi.. ( Read More )

Sweet Deal on Sage 50cloud 2020

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 01 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Through June 15, 2020 purchase Sage 50 2020cloud and save significantly! Sage 50cloud 2020 Pro - 65% off Sage 50cloud 2020 Premium - 65% off Sage 50cloud 2020 Quantum - 65% off Here are the capabilities in the Sage 50 Pro, Premium and Quantum products. Here are the features that have been added in the Sage 50cloud 2020 product. We are still able to offer the Sage 50 perpetual licen.. ( Read More )

Streamline Sage 50 Bank Reconciliations

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 28 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Sign up for this one-hour live webcast on Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at 2pm and learn how to use Sage 50 Accounting to simplify the account reconciliation process. This webcast will cover bank statements and how to establish a secure online connection with your bank to download transaction records to the Sage 50 Account Reconciliation window. REGISTER HEREYou’ll learn how to get connected to Bank Feeds, download bank transactions and how the Auto Clearing process can save you time!

Working Remotely With Sage 50cloud US Edition

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 26 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Your way of working may have changed because of the possible impact of COVID-19 on your business. You might not realize it, but the Sage 50cloud software includes valuable features that will help you manage your business remotely. Within a few hours (and with the help of Sage technical support that is included with your Sage 50cloud software) you can be set up and working remotely! If you prefer to do the set up yourself below are some links on our website that outline the steps for installa.. ( Read More )

Deleting / Editing Users in Sage 50 Drive Management Center

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 13 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT

It may become necessary to remove an existing Sage Drive user or edit their rights to shared companies. Follow the steps below to delete a user from Sage Drive: Open the Sage Drive Management Center by clicking on File, Sage Drive, Manage User Access (Management Center) from within Sage 50. The Sage Drive Management Center will open in a new webpage. If prompted enter your Sage ID credentials. Select the radio button By user on the right hand side to list the users who currently have access.. ( Read More )

How to Edit User Rights in Sage 50

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 11 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT

You can edit a Sage 50 user's rights by going to Maintain > Users > Setup Security.If you are using Sage 50 Premium, you can select a user and then click "Edit User's Rights" tab. If you are using Quantum, look to see what role(s) is assigned to the user, then go to the "Roles" tab and edit that role.Whether you edit a user or a role, the screens look basically the same. You'll select a category, such as Customers & Sales or Vendors & Purchases, then .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 is Slow

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 08 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Below are some tips / fixes if your Sage 50 is slow, freezes, or locks up and the reasons why: Pervasive is running as a pre-load or is damaged and needs to be reinstalled Permission settings over the network are preventing Sage 50 from running with full control Slow network speed Data size is over the recommended size for optimal system performance I: Uninstall and reinstall Pervasive II: Sharing permissions & security I.. ( Read More )

How to Share Data in Sage 50cloud

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 30 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Below are the steps to set up and share your Sage 50cloud accounting data: Once your company is shared, only one person can access the data at a time until you stop sharing (unless you also purchase Multi-User Sage Drive & have a Multi-User License). Open the company you wish to share Select File, Sage Drive, and then select Share Company Log into your Sage ID, and then select Next If prompted select Allow to grant Sage ID permission to access Sage Drive Select Create Backup (this .. ( Read More )

Setting Up The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) in Sage 50

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 28 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT

The Paycheck Protection Program or PPP is a loan program embedded in the CARES Act and was set up to encourage businesses to maintain wages and salaries and pay rent and utilities during the COVID-19 crisis. The loan can be completely forgivable if you can prove you spent the funds on the right things. What can you use these loans for? You should use the proceeds from these loans on: Payroll costs, including benefits .. ( Read More )

How to Activate Sage Drive for Remote Access

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 16 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT

If you have purchased the Sage 50cloud 2020 software and want to activate the Sage Drive feature below are the steps to do this:Section I: New customers must create a Sage ID Open a company Select File, Sage Drive, and then select Share Company Select Sign up now Enter the requested information to create your Sage ID Note: Make sure you have access to the email address you use because you will need to activate your account from this email address. Select Create From your ema.. ( Read More )

Setting Up Sage Drive Multi-User

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 15 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT

In light of the COVID-19 crisis we have had a number of inquiries on the Sage 50cloud product that provides for remote access capabilities. To set up remote access capabilities you will need the following: Sage 50cloud version 2019.0 or later installed on your computer Sage Drive multi-user license (separate from and in addition to the Sage 50cloud multi-user license). To purchase the Sage Drive multi-user license, please contact us at 1.800.339.8224. Each Sage 50 user accessing th.. ( Read More )

What's New in Sage 50 2020?

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Below is a summary of the feature enhancements to the Sage 50 2020 product:2020.0 Release · New and expanded data entry fields o Billing and mailing address from 30 to 50characters o Deposit ticket ID’s to 20 characters o Item Type to 20 characters o Vendor notes now available – 255 characters · Additional payroll withholding fields o For new paid family leave legislation – requireadded formulas – special.. ( Read More )

Upload NACHA File in Sage 50!

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 01 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Can Sage 50 create ACH Files? YES! Do youneed an upload file for your ACH payments that will meet the NACHA file formatrequirements? Want it produced directly from Sage 50 without having toexport information to Excel and manipulate it each time? Don’t want topay for an add-on program to do this for you? We can help you by creatingthis upload file directly from Sage 50 using Sage Intelligence Reporting(SIR). It’s a simple process – run the report for the date rangerequired, save the file .. ( Read More )

Work at Home with Sage 50cloud 2020

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 11 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT

As the Coronavirus continues to spread, don't wait until you're told to stay home or you have no choice but to stay home and then scramble to figure out how to get your job done. Start planning NOW. What software, information and resources will you need to be productive? Copy any bookmarks, passwords, phone numbers in addition to co-worker's contact information. Here's a list of items to think about if you do need to work remotely: .. ( Read More )

Sage 50cloud Product Update

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 10 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Sage DriveMulti-User within Sage 50cloud now enables purchasers of the multi-user editionto read | write new and existing transactions in Sage Drive company data files.Whether ona Local Area Network (LAN) or working remotely, users can simultaneously workin and access a shared Sage Drive company. Previously, this was restricted toallow one user to work in a shared company while all other users access thecompany in read only mode. To use SageDrive Multi-User, make sure you have or perform the t.. ( Read More )

Why Should I Purchase My Sage 50 Software From CBA?

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 04 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT

CBA has been a Certified Consultant and authorized reseller of the Sage 50 (formerly Peachtree) accounting software since 1989. If you purchase directly from Sage you will be sold the Sage 50cloud (subscription) product. If you want to purchase and own your software Sage is still allowing authorized resellers to sell the perpetual license product. We've had a number of customers come to us the past year with complaints about buying off ebay and Amazon. There are a lot of fraudul.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2020 Payroll Updates

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 26 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT

January 2020 Sage 50 Payroll Solutions Update Below are the changes included in the January 2020 Sage 50 Payroll Solutions Update for Sage 50 US Accounting, release 2020. Federal Tax Changes 1. Federal Income Tax Withholding The 2020 allowance amount and withholding tax tables changed. New filing statuses were introduced as a result of the revised W-4 Form for 2020. 2. Social Security Wage Base The 2020 social security wage base increased to $137,700. State and Lo.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Perpetual License Promotion

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 17 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Now through 12/26/2019 Sage is offering a promotion on the perpetual license software. If you need to upgrade your current Sage 50 / Peachtree software (Pro, Complete, Premium, Construction, Distribution, Manufacturing or Quantum) contact us NOW for a quote ... just let us know what product you are on and how many user licenses you need. If you are on a Sage 50cloud / subscription product and want to purchase and own your software we can assist you with that transition too!

Why Can't I Run Sage 50 Payroll Reports?

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 17 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT

There are three types of Sage 50 payroll reports thataffect the date range you are able to pull after running the year-end: The Payroll Journal and Payroll Check Register The Payroll Journal and Payroll Check Register can be filtered for any date range. Non-calculated reports The following reports can pull information in the two open payroll years only. In order to pull old payroll data, restore a backup to a new folder. You can then r.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2020 Perpetual License Price Increase

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 10 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Sage U.S. Edition will have a 5-8% price increase on the perpetual license software effective January 1, 2020. If you want to own your Sage 50 software (perpetual license) contact us now before the end of the year. Not only can you expense it in 2019 but you will save a few bucks too! If you are currently on a Sage 50cloud product and want to own your software contact us to discuss! If you are on an older version of Peachtree or Sage 50 and need to upgrade due to the Windows 7 obsolescence.. ( Read More )

Printing Mailing Labels From Sage 50 for Customer and Vendor Christmas Cards

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 20 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Did you know that you can print mailing labels for your customers and vendors straight out of Sage 50? From the Reports & Forms menu, select Forms, then Customer Labels and Letters. Sage 50 displays the "Select a Report or Form" window. The available forms for printing customer labels and letters will appear in the Forms list. Sage 50 comes with four predefined customer label forms. Customer Labels Continuous: Use this form with c.. ( Read More )

Windows 7 to be Discontinued

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 14 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT

In October of 2009 Microsoft made a commitment to provide product support for Windows 7 for 10 years. The support for Windows 7 will end on 1/14/2020 which means technical assistance and software updates from Windows that help protect your PC will no longer be available. It is recommended that Windows 7 users transition to Windows 10 before January 2020 since your system will be more vulnerable to security risks and viruses. Your PC will continue to start and run, but you will no longer rece.. ( Read More )

These Sage 50 Customers Didn't Make a Back Up...

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 08 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Below are just a few of the back up horror stories our customers have told us ... and this is why some of them have decided to purchase CBA's Back Up Check-Up Service. Customer A - their business was robbed and all their computers and the server was taken. Everything was gone. If they had made back ups religiously and kept the back up at a location other than the office some of the this disaster could have been averted. Luckily, CBA had been working with this client on a project an.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2020.1 Update Release

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 07 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Yesterday Sage 50/50cloud U.S. Version 2020.1 was released. Below are the changes Sage 50 users will see: • 2020.1 – Payroll Updates for Compliance with Revised Employee W-4 Withholding Form o Issue: The U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released a new W-4 tax form that eliminates the concept of Allowances for employees, as a result of legislation passed by Congress with the passage of the Tax Cuts & Jobs Act of 2017. Therefore, the process for computing Federal Income Tax when.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Year-End Wizard

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 01 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT

The Year-End wizard walks you through the process of closing out your first open fiscal year, payroll tax year or both. At every point in the process, the wizard makes your options clear and tells you the consequences of every action you might take.Before starting the Year-End Wizard...Before you launch the wizard, there are a number of tasks you should perform. These include Printing out any unprinted items such as invoices and payroll checks Clearing the Waiting on Bill from Vendor c.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting and Social Security Numbers

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 30 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMT

After the Sage 50 2020 update you can no longer run or create Logicim XLGL Reports (SIR) that include the employees social security numbers (SSN). With the database update in Sage 50 2020 the SSN’s have been encrypted due to security concerns. If you have existing reports that included the SSN they will need to be modified -- we are currently in the process of experimenting with some work around solutions so if you have this problem feel free to contact us to discuss your situation. If you nee.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Purge Wizard

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 22 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Purging is the process of removing inactive customers, vendors, employees, jobs, quotes, invoices, purchases, and so on from the records of a company. Purging reduces the size of the files of a company and frees valuable disk space for current and active data.Purging can be performed at any time, including after you close the fiscal year, and or close the payroll tax year using the Year-End Wizard. Due to the complexity of the purging process, you will need to provide information to Sage 50 o.. ( Read More )

Sage Drive FAQ's in Sage 50cloud U.S. Edition

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 15 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMT

What is Sage Drive? Sage Drive is a service that allows Sage 50cloud users to store and access a current copy of their Sage 50 company database in the cloud. Sage Drive is included in all currently supported versions of Sage 50—U.S. Edition for active SAN (Sage Accountants Network) and Sage 50c subscription users.How do I access Sage Drive? From any computer that has an internet connection and Sage 50cloud U.S. Edition installed on it. What are the benefits of Sage Drive? This feature was.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Error Message - Too Many Users

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 10 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMT

We receive a number of calls on this issue -- if you receive a Sage 50 error message that too many users are logged in here is the resolution: Close the company(s) (on all workstations) Select Help, Customer Support and Service, Clear User Licenses. For release 2018.1 and above, select Help, Sage Support, Clear User Licenses Verify that the user can now log in Please Note: This feature is not available in the Acco.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2020 Perpetual License Promotion

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 16 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Now through 9/25/2019 you can purchase the Sage 50 2020 perpetual license software (Pro, Premium or Quantum) and get the best savings we've seen Sage offer in years!!! This promotion is for the Sage 50 2020 software with the Traditional Business Care Plan. This includes all software updates, upgrades and unlimited technical support with Sage for 1 year from your date of purchase! After that year you can "opt out" and use your software as-is or you can renew your.. ( Read More )

How to Manually Remove Sage 50 US Edition

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 12 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT

If you need to manually and completely remove Sage 50 from your computer below are instructions on how to perform a complete uninstall of the software.First ... ALWAYS make a backup before proceeding with this process. If necessary seek the assistance of a qualified Sage business partner, network administrator or a Sage customer support technician. Back up each company (Note: It is recommended to save the backup(s) to the desktop, then copy onto removable media (such as a USB drive.. ( Read More )

Benefits of Sage Intelligence Reporting

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 10 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting is a powerful Microsoft® Excel®-based reporting solution that integrates with your Sage 50 software. All Sage 50 or Sage 50cloud software purchases come with 1 Sage Intelligence Reporting license. This powerful feature allows you to run customized reports, on demand, with real-time data without having to manually update spreadsheets. If you're new to Sage 50 or need to move on from Crystal Reports below are some of the benefits of Sage 50 .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2020 - Custom Form Email Enhancements

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 09 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT

In previous versions of Sage 50, when emailing a quote,sales invoice or other form to a customer, the email address defaults to theprimary bill-to email address and cannot be changed before composing the email. Beginning with release 2020, you can now select to email asecondary contact from the Email Form window. After selecting the “Email”button you’ll be able to select the email address from the drop box. This new option is available when emailing the following: Quotes Sales .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2020 Additional Payroll Fields

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 05 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Several states have enacted legislation that creates paidfamily or sick leave benefit programs for employees who engage in care-givingactivities, such as caring for a newborn child. Many of these benefitsand premiums will be calculated using formulas added to your Sage 50 PayrollTax Service tax tables. In order to be able to handle these additional calculationrequirements without impacting any current formulas, 3 more “Special” fieldshave been added. Now instead of just having Special 1 and .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Obsolescence Policy

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 03 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT

We are frequently approached with the following questions regarding the Sage 50 U.S. Edition obsolescence policy. When does support for my current version of Sage 50 Accounting—U.S. Edition end? The Sage 50 obsolescence policy varies depending on the version of software you are currently using. The current policy and support dates are as follows: Sage 50—U.S. Edition 2015 - March 1, 2016 (Obsolete) Sage 50—U.S. Edition 2016.0 or 2016.1 - December 1,2016 (Obsolete) Sage 5.. ( Read More )

Introducing Actian Zen - Sage 50's New Database

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 30 Aug 2019 00:00:00 GMT

In Sage 50 release 2019 and earlier the Pervasive PSQLWorkgroup Database Engine is installed silently with the program to manage yourSage 50 company database. This database management application runs inthe background as a Windows service and manages the database in which your Sage50 company data is stored. With the release of Sage 50 2020 Pervasive PSQL has been upgradedto Actian Zen version 13. This new database engine provides the followingbenefits: Improves performance I some datab.. ( Read More )

Setting Up Access Rights for Sage 50 Users

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 23 Aug 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Below are the instructions to set up security or user access in Sage 50 to restrict users visibility in the software. Note that setting up users in Sage 50 involves setting up a company administrator first. After that, you can set up individual users, as many as you have licenses for. Select the New User button. The User Rights window appears. Enter a user name and its corresponding password. Choose the Selected access option. Click Next. The Selected Access window appears. From t.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2020 Expanded Field Sizes

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 19 Aug 2019 00:00:00 GMT

With the release of Sage 50 and Sage 50cloud 2020 last month users are happy to find the following field size enhancements:Master Records: Customers: billing and shipping address fields expanded from 30 to 50 characters Vendors: mailing and remit to address fields expanded from 30 to 50 characters Vendors: NEW Notes field contains 255 characters Employees: address fields expanded from 30 to 50 characters Inventory Items: item type expanded from to 8 to 20 char.. ( Read More )

How to Set up Recurring Invoices in Sage 50

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 16 Aug 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Inmost businesses, you have customers that you bill every month. In yourbusiness, you can bill the same customers every month, even for the sameamount. No matter which situation is yours, you can probably save time bysetting up recurring invoices. From the Tasks menu, select Sales/Invoicing. In the Sales/Invoicing window, complete the transaction as you normally would. You do not have to enter an invoice number at this time. Note: You are actually creating an invoice h.. ( Read More )

FAQ Regarding Your Sage 50 2020 Accounting Software

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 14 Aug 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Purchase Sage 50 2020 US Edition
With the release of Sage 50 2020 (Sage 50 Pro, Premium or Quantum) you can purchase and own the software or purchase an annual or monthly subscription (if you are purchasing from Sage directly, this is what you are buying). As a Sage 50 authorized reseller since 1989, we can assist you with your purchase of any of the following software and support options: The Basic Plan – 3 Support Instances (Retail and International Customers ONLY) .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2020 US Edition Purchasing Options

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 05 Aug 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Options to buy Sage 50 2020software
When purchasing Sage 50 2020 US Edition there are 3 options available for either the perpetual license (you own the accounting software and are not required to pay Sage a monthly or annual fee) OR Sage 50cloud (the cloud subscription where you do not own the software and you are required to pay Sage a monthly or annual fee to keep the software from becoming read-only). 3 Purchasing Options to buy Sage 50 2020Sage 50 Perpetual License with Basic SupportThis option provides for 3 support .. ( Read More )

What is Sage 50cloud 2020 (Sage 50c)?

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 01 Aug 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50c 2020 features
Sage 50cloud (Sage 50c) is an accounting solution for small to medium-sized businesses that offers features such as invoicing, inventory, budgeting, cash flow, Sage Intelligence reporting and job costing in addition to third-party add-ons such as credit card processing, payroll, and MISys Manufacturing.What’s unique about the platform is that it is basically a hybrid desktop app that has a cloud component for data access and storage. The software can be used to track purchases and vendors and .. ( Read More )

How to Copy a Sage 50 Report to Microsoft Excel Spreadsheet

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 29 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Copy Sage 50 Report Data to a Microsoft ExcelSpreadsheet Use this procedure to copy data from a Sage50 report or financial statement to a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet. Note: You must have Microsoft Excel2003 or a subsequent version installed on your computer for this procedure towork properly. Copying to Excel may work withearlier versions of Microsoft Excel (for example, Excel 2000), but this abilityis not specifically supported by Sage 50. Do one of the following: In the Selec.. ( Read More )

New Features in Sage 50 2020 Release!

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 11 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Feature Enhancements in Sage 50 2020
UPDATE - Sage 50 2020 is available nowThe Sage 50 2020 perpetual license and Sage 50cloud will be released on July 17, 2020.Here are some of the highlights you will see with the new release: Address fields associated with Maintenance records for Customers, Vendors and Employees were expanded to accommodate a greater number of characters for longer addresses (increased from 30 to 50). The Deposit Ticket ID field has been expanded to accommodate up to 20 characters (increased from 8 to 20).. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Summer Check Up

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 10 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Call us now to schedule your Sage 50 Summer Check Up / System Review that includes the following: Backups, backups, backups Are they being run properly, are they automated, and do they restore properly? Are your latest service releases installed? Besides new features these include bug fixes, security enhancements and operating system compatibility updates Audit Report review Catch potential issues proactively before they cause more complex problems Sub-ledger.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 U.S. Edition 2019 Obsolescence

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 24 Jun 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 2019 Obsolete
With the release of Sage 50 2020 in July, Sage has determined that the Sage 50 2019 release will become obsolete on March 3, 2020. Below are some of the advantages to being on the current version of the software: Keeps you in compliance with the latest technology and operating systems - e.g. introduction of Windows 8 and Windows 10 and the retirement/obsolescence of Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 by Microsoft Your software is always current and supported by Sage By only supporting th.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Subscription vs. Perpetual Licensing

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 19 Jun 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50cloud & Perpetual Licences
Purchasing Sage 50 software can be confusing. The software has had a few name changes throughout the years .... from Peachtree, to Sage 50, Sage 50c and now recently Sage 50cloud. Below we clarify and compare your Sage 50 purchasing and licensing options:What is a perpetual license (Sage 50)? A perpetual licence is the ‘traditional’ model used to purchase Sage 50 software. You purchase and own your software and you can use it indefinitely (as long as your computer's operatin.. ( Read More )

The Benefits of Upgrading to Sage 50cloud

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 13 Jun 2019 00:00:00 GMT

By upgrading to the latest release of Sage 50cloud Accounting, you will no longer have to worry about possible compliance, security, and compatibility and support issues. You'll benefit from cloud-connections to receive online payments, reconcile your accounts with bank feeds, and access your accounting data away from the office. Updating your software to Sage 50cloud Accounting 2020 gives you: • Access to Sage 50 data and functionality from an.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2020 to be Released in July

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 07 May 2019 00:00:00 GMT

July Release Date for Sage 50 2020 US Edition
UPDATE - Sage 50 2020 is available nowThe release of Sage 50 2020 (coming July 2019) will include a required upgrade to the Actian Zen v13 database (formerly Pervasive). Essentially, what this means is that any customers using older versions of Sage 50 or Sage 50c (cloud) will no longer be able to maintain any older version if 2020 is installed on the same computer.Why can't Sage 50 2020 and older versions of Sage 50 or Sage 50c be installed on the same computer?The Pervasive License Chec.. ( Read More )

Integrity Check Guide for Sage 50 U.S. Edition

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 09 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT

The Integrity Check is a utility can beused to correct certain data related errors when no other methods are possible.Only run this utility on data that has known problems. Always make a backup before starting the Integrity Check process. Loading the Integrity Check Sage 50 2018.1 -2019 Change your accounting period to 1. See Article ID 11440: How do I change the period? in Sage 50 Knowledgebase Related Resources. Go to Help, Support Utilities, Integrity Ch.. ( Read More )

Can I Still Purchase a Sage 50 Perpetual License?

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 28 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Here at CBA we get that question several times a week from customers that have called Sage directly and are told that the Sage 50c (cloud / subscription) is their only software option. Luckily, those customers didn't give up and found us! Sage is still allowing authorized Sage 50 resellers to sell customers a perpetual license product. (Perpetual license means you own the software and it does not go to read-only and no renewal fee is required.) The perpetual license will work as lo.. ( Read More )

Free Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting Webcast

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 07 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting provides you with real-time Sage 50 data for flexible reporting and analytics. It also has the ability to pull data from other data sources you may want to report on (using the Sage Connector Module) and delivers it in an Excel format that is easy to understand and provides instant visibility across your business. Sage Intelligence reporting provides for a high-level view of your data or you can drill-down into the details to gain a deeper understanding of your b.. ( Read More )

Sage 50c 2019.2 Release Date 3/13/2019

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 05 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Describes new updates to Sage 50c
What's new in Sage 50cloud 2019.2?Sage Capture Approvals This feature was initially released in 2018.0, Sage 50cloud Capture is a fast and simple way to record your business transactions in Sage 50cloud accounts, and electronically file paperwork in OneDrive from anywhere. Sage 50cloud Capture uses the convenience and security of Microsoft Office 365 to store your data in the cloud and liberate you from the office. The Capture app allows a Sage 50cloud user who is not in the office.. ( Read More )

Positive Pay Report Using Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 13 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 Positive Pay Report
Below is a Sample Sage 50 US Edition Positive Pay Output Using Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting Positive Pay 8450841528,78492,283.47,01/03/2019,Aetna Health & Life Ins, 8450841528,78493,367.81,01/03/2019,Airgas East, .. ( Read More )

Adding Licenses to Your Sage 50 Software

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 09 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 users can add additional seats or licenses to an existing Sage 50 2018 or 2019 product IF the licenses are purchased within 1 year from your last date of purchase or upgrade. Sage mandates that changes to your software can only be done if you are on a current business care plan with Sage whether it is the Sage 50 Traditional Business Care Plan or the Sage 50c (cloud / subscription) product. If you are a Sage 50 customer and pay your annual renewal every year to remain current and sup.. ( Read More )

New Features & Updates in Sage 50 2019

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 18 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMT

The Sage 50 2019 - US Edition release delivers new feature enhancements andimprovements for your business, as well as an integration between Sage 50 and Sage CRM, to assistyou in making your business life even easier! Features in this releasepertain to both Sage 50 perpetual license and Sage 50c (cloud) users. Expanded Sales Order Dropdown MenuExpanded Sales Order Dropdown Menu & Totals in Quotes andPurchases List Views The Sales Order dropdown menu has been expanded to match thecurre.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Advisory: Microsoft Windows Security Update

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 12 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50—U.S. Edition Cause: Windows security updates dated 7/10/18 Error Messages: When I click the icon, the program either hangs on grey screen or does nothing at all No error is generated Windows installed an update last night, now Sage will not open All was fine until we installed a Windows update Sage 50 will not open Option I - Stop program from running in compatability mode and close process in task manager .. ( Read More )

Why Purchase Sage 50 from CBA?

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 07 May 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Buy Sage 50 From a Reseller
Why should you purchase your Sage 50 software from Computerized Business Associates (CBA)? Below are a list of reasons to purchase from an authorized reseller vs. Sage directly or a 3rd party seller such as Staples, Office Max or Amazon. 1) CBA has been a Sage 50 reseller since 1989 - as a value-added reseller (VAR) in Sage 50 accounting software, we provide professional services such as implementation, consulting, customized reports, training and ongoing technical support.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting and the Connector Module

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 01 May 2018 00:00:00 GMT

By utilizing the Sage 50 Intelligence Connector module you can connect to any ODBC compliant databases, and across businesses, and different configurations of systems to pull data from to create a Sage 50 Intelligence Report. For example, you could connect to your Sage 50 accounting software solution via the standard connections in the Connector module and also want to extract data from an HR or payroll system on a different server, with the information from both combined in a one Sage 50 I.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2018.2 Released

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 08 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT

On March 7, 2018 Sage 50 2018.2 was released. The release offers continued integration and partnership launches for Sage 50 and Sage 50cloud subscription customers continuing to provide value through Sage 50 cloud connected services and applications. Sage Business Cloud Payments (Sage 50cloud and Traditional) - Sage Business Cloud Payments enables customers to make managing payments simple and getting paid easy and effortless. .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Maximum Number of Users Error Message

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 05 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT

How to fix Sage 50 Error Message
What is the fix for the Sage 50 error message pertaining to maximum number of users that are logged into Sage 50?The solution for this message is to simply reboot the server. The reason is that there are files on the server that control the file and record locking for the users. When Sage 50 is opened and closed these files should also open and close. Sometimes the files do not close due to a “disconnect” between Sage 50 and Windows and the files remain open.When this occurs Sage 50 recogni.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Crashes When I Enter or Save Transactions

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 27 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT

If you recently had a Windows 10 update and are using Sage 50 US Edition and are unable to create and / or save a new transaction, Sage 50 is crashing or you are receiving any of the error messages: Error: “Sage 50 has stopped working” or “Sage 50 Accounting has stopped working” after Windows 10 update Error: “Sage 50 has stopped working” or “Sage 50 Accounting has stopped working” when opening Task window Error: “Sage 50 has stopped working” or “Sage 50 Accounting has s.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 1099 Vendor Report

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 19 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMT

The 1099 Vendor Report lets you preview the 1099 forms you will submit to the IRS for your company's 1099 vendors. The report lists the following information:Vendor ID and Vendor Name1099 Type - Interest or Miscellaneous1099 Box and DescriptionDate of vendor transactionTransaction Amount and Box TotalLower Limit Met? for this vendorOptionsSelect the Options button to determine the data that appears on the report. For this report Sage 50 displays the following options: Dates: Choose the ye.. ( Read More )

How to Print 1096 Forms for 1099 Vendors in Sage 50

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 11 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMT

The 1096 form summarizes the 1099 forms that you send to the IRS for your 1099-type vendors. Form 1096 is required whenever you submit paper 1099 forms.When you mail 1099 forms to the IRS, you must group them together and attach a separate 1096 for each group of 1099 forms. Because the 1096 is a special machine-readable form, it should always be printed on the IRS regulation pre-printed form rather than plain-paper forms.To print Form 1096, follow these steps: Insert the blank pre-printed 1096.. ( Read More )

Some Other Things to Think About To Prepare for Year End

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 28 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Year end is right around the corner ... here are some tips that aren't on the typical year end checklist: Start planning for your client holiday gifts and cards. Don’t wait until the last minute. Order client holiday gifts and cards now so they arrive in time. Plan your holiday functions for your staff and clients now. Make your reservations or plans before you're scrambling at the last minute to accommodate your group. Write out all your accomp.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Year End Checklist for 2017

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 06 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Small Business Checklist for Year End
The end of the accounting year is rapidly approaching for calendar year companies so here are some items you can do NOW to make your year-end less stressful: If you are running payroll through Sage 50 and haven't installed your 2018 upgrade DO IT SOON! The 2018 must be installed prior to December 1, 2017 in order to maintain the Sage 50 payroll capabilities. The Sage technical support call volume is high Nov.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 & Quickbooks Tax Forms for 2017

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 01 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Before we know it tax season will be in full swing! If you haven't ordered your tax forms CBA's pricing will always be better than what you would receive from Sage or Intuit directly! Below is pricing for the most common forms for tax year 2017. Package of 25 Sage 50 W2's & Envelopes $12.50 (W3's Included) Package of 25 Quickbooks 6-part W2's & Envelopes $22.50 (W3's Included) We also do volume discounts for large orders. Call 1.8.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 (Peachtree) Data Services

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 21 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 Company Rebuild, Sage 50 Data Repair, Sage 50 Upgrade, Change Sage 50 Inventory Costing
Below are some of the most common data services that we offer ... to receive a quote please contact us at 1.800.339.8224: .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2017 Pro Accounting Software and Implementation Offer

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 10 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT

If you're thinking of starting a business or if you have started a new business and need to learn accounting or implement an accounting system this is the blog post for you! Computerized Business Associates (CBA) is here to assist you ... while supplies last we are offering the Sage 50 2017 Pro and 2 hours of remote access time with a Sage 50 Certified Consultant for only $499 (no tax). This two hours can be used for training on the Sage 50 accounting software, consulting, setting up yo.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2018 Drop Down Lists Slow to Display

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 09 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT

There is a known documented issue in the Sage 50 2018 (US Edition) that the drop down lists are taking a significant time to display and can even lock up. This issue will affect any managed drop down list in Sage 50 2018 (customer, vendor, employee, job) that has a significant amount of records. The issue can be resolved by installing the Sage 50 2018 update: Download Sage 50 US Edition 2018.0.1 Update If you have any questions or would like to purchase the Sage 50 2018 .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2018 Just Released!

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 11 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMT

New Sage 50 2018 Release and Features
Below are enhancements that have been made to the Sage 50c 2018 and Sage 50 2018 perpetual license accounting software. Sage has already scheduled the release of Sage 50 2018.1 (October 2017 time frame) that will add even more features for Sage 50 users! Sage 50c Exclusive Office 365 features: Capture a receipt or record a transaction and post it to Sage 50c using any mobile or tablet device. Images are automatically stored in OneDrive so you never lose a receipt or document again.. ( Read More )

Excel Formulas and Formatting to Enhance Your Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 21 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting with Excel Formulas
In this 45 minute webinar Sage 50 attendees will learn a few general formulas like rounding numbers and time values, moving rows and columns, adding a field to a Pivot table, and using Slicers to enhance your reporting skills. This webcast will feature: - General formulas like rounding numbers and time values - Moving rows and columns - Adding fields to a Pivot table - Learning to use Slicers - Adding and moving columns using the design feature in Sage 50 Intelligence Reportin.. ( Read More )

My Sales Tax Isn't Calculating on my Sage 50 Invoices?

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 08 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT

How to Enter in Sales Tax on a Sage 50 Invoice
If you need to set up sales tax or your sales tax is no longer calculating on your Sage 50 invoices below are the steps to fix this issue: On the main menu, select Maintain, Default Information- Inventory Items Select the Taxes/Shipping tab Make sure that Field 1 is Regular Check the box in the Tax column Check the box in the Tax column for any other Field row that is used to calculate taxes Select OK Verify that Sales Tax is calculating on the Sales Invoice Note: If .. ( Read More )

Arizona Paid Sick Time (PST) Law Pay Stub Reporting Requirements

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 08 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Arizona"s Paid Sick Time (PST) Law requires that employers provide the following information on each employees pay stub or on an accompanying piece of paper: Current accrued PST to date Amount of PST taken to date Value of PST taken to date (For example, an employee has used 10 hours of PST and hourly rate is $10.00 per hour, $100 would be reflected on the required pay stub or accompanying piece of paper). If you need assistance with setting up formulas to track em.. ( Read More )

Employer FAQ's Regarding Arizona Sick Time Law

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 23 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Confidentiality Employers are prohibited from asking employees to disclose details surrounding the use of Paid Sick Time Leave (PST). Also, if employers possess such health or other PST qualifying information it must remain confidential and may only be disclosed to the affected employee or with the affected employee’s permission. To date there is no exception for disclosure to law enforcement officials or court orders or subpoenas. What happens to unused PST at the end of the y.. ( Read More )

Sage 50c - Subscription FAQ's

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 05 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT

There are two Sage 50c (subscription) plans offering a monthly or annual payment option. Below are some FAQ's that we've been asked by our customers: What is the Sage 50c subscription plan? The subscription plan is an offering that provides Sage 50 Accounting with Sage Business Care to customers on a monthly or annual auto renewing basis. What happens if I don't pay my monthly or annual bill? When the subscription terminates, produ.. ( Read More )

Getting Started With Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 04 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Keeping track of key business indicators while you’re on the go can be critical to your business success. Sage 50 is offering a webcast next week that will show you how to get started with Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting to get the metrics that matter to your business! In this 45 minute webcast you will learn how to: Access the Power BI Service Set up your Sage Intelligence reports and connect them with Power BI Create dashboards and how you can share them and view them on.. ( Read More )

Sage 50c and Microsoft Office 365 Integration Features

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 03 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT

The following new features require an Office 365 Business Premium account which can be purchased for $150 a year: One of the new features in Sage 50c is Sage Contact which allows users to view information about their Sage 50c vendors or customers when sending or receiving emails in Office 365 Mail. When Sage 50c users add or edit customer and vendore details in Outlook it will sync and make those changes in your Sage 50c data. The Sage 50c automatic cloud backup integrates with O.. ( Read More )

Sage 50c Mobile Invoicing

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 02 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT

With the release of Sage 50c 2017.1 a mobile invoicing feature was added that seamlessly integrates with Sage One. What is Sage One? It is a cloud based solution that lets Sage 50c users invoice customers online and download the invoice directly into their Sage 50c accounting software. With the release of Sage 50c 2017.2, that information is automatically synced between Sage 50c and Sage One.In addition to having your chart of accounts and customer records synced with Sage One, you .. ( Read More )

Tips and Tricks for Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting and Microsoft Excel

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 26 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT

If you are tired of copying and pasting accounting data, formatting your reports and spending hours every week / month register for this webinar. In this 30 minute webinar you will learn how Sage 50 Intelligence provides all you need for customizing reports to the way you need to see your information. In this webcast, we will take a look at: - Changing PivotTable - Adding fields - Using the hidden shee.. ( Read More )

Purchase Sage 50 Quantum 2016 Perpetual License - Canada Edition

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 19 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 (formerly Simply Accounting) is the #1 accounting and bookkeeping software for Canadian small business owners. If you still want to purchase and own your software (perpetual license) we are offering the following promo pricing on the Sage 50 2016 Quantum software (Silver Plan): Sage 50 Quantum - 5 user MSRP: $2,699 USD Sage 50 Quantum - 10 user MSRP: $4,599 USD Sage 50 Quantum - 15 user MSRP: $6,399 USD Sage 50 Quantum - 20 user MSRP: $8,699 USD .. ( Read More )

Upgrade to Sage 50 2017 - Tax Day Savings!

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 18 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT

If you're running an older version of Sage 50 / Peachtree (2012 or earlier) CBA is offering Tax Day Savings on the Sage 50 2017 perpetual license through April 28th! Here are a few of the Sage 50 features that have been added through the years. If you are on Sage 50 2013, 2014, 2015 or 2016 and want to upgrade we have saving incentives to get youupdated to the latest version of Sage 50 2017. If you have beenavoiding an upgrade due to the subscription that is offered online w.. ( Read More )

Learn How to Connect to Multiple Data Sources in Sage 50 Using the Connector Module

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 17 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Register for this Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting webinar and learn how to connect to other databases and also how to connect to an Excel workbook as a data source. This webinar will also teach you how to create unique Excel formulas and how to consolidate the information from the Excel workbook with other source data and provide you with all the information for your reporting needs. Date / Time: Tuesday, April 25, 2017 @2pm EST (New York) CBA is certified in Sage 50 accoun.. ( Read More )

Free Webcast: Integration of Sage 50c and Office 365

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 12 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Increase Your Productivity With Sage 50c and Office 365
Sage 50c US Edition has partnered with Microsoft Office 365 to increase your productivity. This is the ONLY desktop accounting software with anytime, anywhere access and seamless integration with Microsoft Office 365 Business Premium. Register for this 1 hour webcast on April 20, 2017 at 1pm EST. The webcast will address: Introduce attendees to the latest release of Sage 50c Accounting and its integration with Office 365 Premium. Provide an overview of Office 365 Premium appl.. ( Read More )

Setup Vacation and Sick Time to Accrue Based on Employee's Hire Date

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 29 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 Vacation and Sick Time Setup
Sage 50 can automatically issue accrued vacation or sick time as a lump sum at the beginning of the calendar year or as a small amount spread over each paycheck (this amount varies, dependent on employee pay frequency). Workaround I: Track Vacation or Sick time in a single Payroll field Follow the normal steps to set up lump sum vacation, but set each employee to 0 hours. On each employee's anniversary, enter the number of hours in the Va.. ( Read More )

Sage 50c and Microsoft Office 365 Launching Today!

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 28 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50c New Release with Microsoft Office 365
The NEW Sage50c with Microsoft Office 365 is available today! Sage and Microsoft arepartnering to provide the ONLY desktop accounting software with anytime, anywhere cloud access coupled with seamlessintegration with Microsoft Office 365! This gives small businesses more freedom andflexibility in how they work. Now Sage 50c customers can manage their core business and accounting needs in onesimple solution. The benefits are: Your contacts are automatically synced so you will never have .. ( Read More )

Part 1: Who is Covered Under Arizona's New Paid Sick Time Law?

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 27 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Arizona's Paid Sick Time Law: Who is Covered?
Employers: Virtually every private employer with employees in Arizona, as well as all municipalities and school districts, are covered. However, whereas so-called “small businesses” are exempt from coverage under the Arizona minimum wage law, even small businesses are covered by the new Paid Sick Time (PST) law. State of Arizona employees and federal workers are exempt from both the Arizona minimum wage law and the PST law.By way of comparison, in the case of nongovernmental employers, the Fam.. ( Read More )

Challenges Employers Will Face with the Implementation of Arizona's Paid Sick Time

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 27 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Employer Challenges with Arizona's Paid Sick Time Law
Some of the challenges that employers will face starting July 1, 2017 when the Arizona paid sick time law goes into effect: Part-time and temporary workers are considered employees; Employers must post a notice in the workplace that outlines employees’ rights and protections; Employers are required to retain payroll records for four years; Employers must also provide employees either in or on an attachment to the employee’s paycheck: (1) the amount of earned paid sick time available to t.. ( Read More )

Part 2: Understanding Arizona's New Paid Sick Time Law

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 27 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Basic Overview of Arizona's Paid Sick Time Law
What Is Paid Sick Time? Paid sick time (PST) is defined as “time that is compensated at the same hourly rate and with the same benefits, including health care benefits, as the employee normally earns during hours worked.” In other words, PST must be paid at no less than the rate the employee would have earned had he or she worked the PST. Employees may use accrued PST in the smallest increments that the employer’s payroll system uses to account for absences. Unde.. ( Read More )

Customizing Sage 50 Reports - Report Columns

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 06 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Learn to Customize Sage 50 Report Columns
Sage 50 accounting provides for ways to make custom changes to reports to meet your specific needs. For example: Select columns to be included on the report. Sort and filter the report. Save report templates so that you can use the same customized settings without having to select them each time you print the report. Specify the page setup for a report. Change font settings for a report. Add a footer to your Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Intelligence Webinar: How the Task Pane Designer Can Help You Create Reports

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 02 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 Intelligence Task Pane Designer to Create Sage 50 Intelligence Reports
Register for this 45 minute webinar and learn more how the Task Pane Designer can help you create the Sage 50 Intelligence Reports you envision. This webinar will address lists, reporting trees, formulas and how they work together to build a financial statement. You will also learn how to simplify your financial report by using lists and reporting trees in your company's chart of accounts. Date and Time: Thursday, March 2, 2017 2:00 pm Eastern Standard T.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting Webinar Tips & Tricks (Part 1)

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 01 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Webcast Tips & Tricks For Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting (Part 1)
The Sage 50 Intelligence Webcasts (web-based seminar) are quick, topic-specific learning experiences that last from 30 to 60 minutes. Click on the “Register” button to find out more information and whether the webcast is for you. If you can’t make the allocated time, register anyway and you will be emailed the link of the recorded webcast. In this webcast, you’ll be shown how to use and the benefits of Pivot Tables and a few finishing off tips to complete your Sage 50 Intellige.. ( Read More )

How to Use the New Webmail in Sage 50 2017.1 U.S. Edition

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 10 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Instructions on how to set up webmail in Sage 50 2017.1
To configure the new webmail functionality in Sage 50 U.S. 2017.1 follow these steps: Select Email Setup from the Maintain menu, or click Edit Email Setup from the System navigation window. Click Use a webmail account and then click the link to Add account information. Select the type of email service and enter the email address. (Outlook.com, Gmail and Yahoo are mostly predefined.) If you select Other, you will also need to provide the SMTP server and the SMTP port.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Intelligence Troubleshooting Training Webinar

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 08 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT

DIY Troubleshooing Tips for Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting
Learn how to trouble shoot your Sage 50 custom reports. Date and time: Tuesday, December 13, 2016 2:00 pm Eastern Standard Time (New York) Tuesday, December 13, 2016 12:00 pm Mountain Standard Time (Denver) Tuesday, December 13, 2016 1:00 pm Central Standard Time (Chicago) Tuesday, December 13, 2016 11:00 am .. ( Read More )

Sage Intelligence Custom Pick List Report

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 18 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Custom Sage 50 report to track items that may be needed for Sales Orders.
CBA recently created this Sage 50 Intelligence Customer Pick List Report for one of our customers that drop ships items to Amazon FBA. This report creates customized pick lists that print directly from Sage 50 with the additional fields you need to track pallets, boxes, counts, weights or whatever additional information your customers may require. This Custom Pick List Report was for shipping Amazon FBA orders and is sorted by bin location to make it easy for the warehouse and shipping pers.. ( Read More )

CBA Partnership With Concur for Sage 50

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 17 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT

How Concur can help Sage 50 customers save time and money on business travel and expense reports.
Over the past several years we've worked with Sage 50 customers who wanted to streamline their business travel and expense processes and have that information import directly into Sage 50. This is the first in a series of posts where we will discuss the benefits of using Concur. What is Concur and how can it help your business? Concur integrates travel booking and expense management into o.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2017.1 Release - New Features!

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 16 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT

What are the new features in Sage 50 2017.1 release for Sage 50c (cloud) and perpetual license users.
Today (11/16/2016) Sage 50 U.S. Edition will release Sage 50 2017.1 and all users (cloud and perpetual license) can now utilize their web-based email services (e.g., AOL, Yahoo, Live, Gmail, Hotmail, Office 365, etc.) when emailing transactions such as invoices or receipts from Sage 50 2017.1. Also, the activation of Sage Payroll accounts will happen automatically. The rest of the added features are exclusive to Sage 50c (cloud) ONLY: Online and mobile invoicing and payment... ( Read More )

Manage Your Business Travel With Concur

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 14 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Using Concur for the Business Traveler
Concur is an online booking tool where employees can book travel (domestic & international flights, rental cars, hotel reservations, etc.) 24/7 -- from either their smart phone or desktop. Employees book their travel and their itineraries and travel expenses are automatically captured (flight, hotel, restaurant, taxi, Uber, parking fees, etc) thereby generating an expense report as the expenses are incurred and completing the expense report before the employee gets home! (This also allow.. ( Read More )

Sage Intelligence Training Webcast: How to add a Report to Your Financial Report Designer

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 08 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Many of our Sage 50 Intelligence Report customers want to know how they can add a Sales report to the Financial Report Designer. If you're one of them register for this much anticipated webcast where you will learn how to add a sales report to the Financial Report Designer. You'll also see how easy it is to create a dashboard overview on both Sales and Financial data. You can also use this method to add Project codes to the Financial Report Designer. Wednesday, December 7, 2016 .. ( Read More )

Financial Ratios Part Two: How to Identify Your Company’s Financial Risk Using Debt Ratios & Sage Intelligence Reporting

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 02 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT

REGISTER HERE and learn how to understand the financial performance of your company using Financial Ratios and Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting. Date and time: Tuesday, November 15, 2016 2:00 am Eastern Standard Time (New York) Tuesday, November 15, 2016 3:00 pm (Singapore) Tuesday, November 15, 2016 6:00 pm (Sydney, Australia) Duration: 45 minutes .. ( Read More )

Activating Sage 50c FAQ's

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 01 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT

What is Sage Drive in Sage 50c? Sage Drive is the feature that enables you to upload your Sage 50c data to the cloud and allows you and others to work in the cloud—anytime, and anywhere you have Internet access and Sage 50c installed on the computer. Note: Sage Drive is only available to customers on the latest release of Sage 50c Accounting (Sage 50 2017) and requires a computer with Internet Explorer 10, Firefox, or Chrome and a high-speed Internet connection. Sage 50 data may .. ( Read More )

Sage Intelligence Report Training Webinar

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 25 Oct 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Learn how to understand the financial performance of your company using Financial Ratios and Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting. Date and time: Wednesday, November 9, 2016 2:00 pm Eastern Standard Time (New York) Wednesday, November 9, 2016 12:00 pm Mountain Standard Time (Denver) .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Intelligence Training Webinar

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 04 Oct 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Sometimes we need to see Sage 50 data at a high level and when things are not balancing or something looks off, you may want to drill down into the details. By learning how to create a drill down with data you have selected and which you know will give you a better understanding of why an amount might be off, you'll be able to put your mind at ease. On Thursday, 10/13/2016 @ 3:00am EST discover how to ensure your reports are always accurate. (By registering you will be able to a.. ( Read More )

How to Improve Your Reporting Practices

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 19 Sep 2016 00:00:00 GMT

A lot of small and medium-sized businesses aren’t aware that they can use reports to check on the health of their business and instead rely on their bank account balances to ‘guesstimate’ their current financial position. Unlike a bank balance, reports tell you how, where and when you earn and spend your money and how you are tracking against your budget and/or a previous year. Here are some tips to improve your reporting practice: Invest the time. Time is the #1.. ( Read More )

Love Excel But Need Better Reporting?

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 14 Sep 2016 00:00:00 GMT

If you need more control or better reporting Sage 50 Intelligence is the reporting tool that can solve your challenges!See how to get the most value, in the shortest time, out of your reports. One of the key features included is the financial Report Designer, which, with the power of Excel, will allow you to create the financial reports you need when you need them.Register here for this 1 hour webcast on Thursday, 9/22/2016 @ 11:00 am EST. (If you are new to Sage 50 or Business Intelligence .. ( Read More )

FAQ - Sage 50 Obsolescence Policy

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 08 Sep 2016 00:00:00 GMT

When does support for my current version of Sage 50 Accounting—U.S. Edition end? The Sage 50 obsolescence policy varies depending on the version of software you are currently using. The current policy and support dates are as follows: Sage 50 U.S. Edition 2015 - February 29, 2016 (Obsolete) Sage 50 U.S. Edition 2016.0 or 2016.1 - November 30,2016 Sage 50 U.S. Edition 2016.2 - February 28, 2017 Sage 50 U.S. Edition 2017 - Current Release Why does Sa.. ( Read More )

Learn How to Combine Periods in Excel to Create Quarterly Financial Statements

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 30 Aug 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Attend this free Sage 50 Intelligence Report training webinar and learn how to combine multiple periods in one column, allowing you to quickly create a quarterly Financial Statement in minutes! View the on-demand Sage Intelligence Reporting webinars Date and time: Thursday, September 15, 2016 3:00 am Eastern Daylight Time (New York) Thursday, September 15, 2016 5:00 pm Australia Eastern Standard Time (Sydney) Thursday, Sept.. ( Read More )

The New Banking Tab in Sage 50 Payment Solutions Center

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 19 Aug 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 now has a new feature in Sage Payment Center for all Sage 50 Payment Solution customers. The Sage Payment Center will now include a new banking tab allowing customers the ability to link multiple bank accounts in one center to allow them to check account balances, view spending patterns, and see bank transaction details. The new bank features include: Ba.. ( Read More )

Setting Up Quantity Discounts in Sage 50

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 10 Aug 2016 00:00:00 GMT

With Quantity Discounts you can set up discounts for items based on the quantity sold. For example, you could set up a 10% discount if customers purchase XX or more of a certain inventory item. You set up quantity discounts in Maintain Quantity Discounts and then go to Maintain Inventory Items and select the quantity discount to use on each applicable inventory item. After you set up quantity discounts and apply them to inventory items the sales price will automatically be discounted on sa.. ( Read More )

Vouchers Using Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 09 Aug 2016 00:00:00 GMT

If you use a voucher system to approve expenditures andcontrol cash within your company and you’d like to print them from Sage 50 youcan by using Sage Intelligence Reporting! We’ve created voucher forms andyou can print a single one or a batch of them within a date range. Thereare Sales Journal Vouchers (Sales Vouchers), Cash Receipts Journal Vouchers(Cash Receipt Vouchers), Purchase Journal Vouchers (Purchase Vouchers), CashDisbursement Journal Vouchers (Cash Disbursements Vouchers or Cash .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Integration With Microsoft Office 365

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 05 Aug 2016 00:00:00 GMT

At Sage Summit 2016 in Chicago it was announced that Sage 50 will integrate with Microsoft Office 365. Now Sage 50 customers can manage their businesses with Sage 50 and Office 365, across multiple devices and multiple locations—with confidence that their information is live and up to date. As well as improving productivity and helping customers shift to a mobile first, cloud first world, the Sage 50 and Office 365 solution will allow businesses to: Do businesses anywhere: Track business perf.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Business Intelligence Reporting Training Webinar Schedule

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 02 Aug 2016 00:00:00 GMT

11 Aug 2016 Sales series, part 1: How to create your own sales dashboard August is all about putting the selling power back into the hands of your sales people! In the first part of this three-part webcast series focused on sales reports, you’ll learn how to create your own sales dashboard using the sales analysis container in Sage Intelligence Reporting. This is perfect for sales managers who want to get a clearer view of the performance of their sales teams. .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2017 is Compatible with Outlook 2016!

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 13 Jul 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Are you running Microsoft Outlook 2016 and getting any of the following Sage 50 error messages? Only able to email one invoice, the second invoice I attempt to email gives the error "Printer Not Activated -30" Printing works the first time and stops Cannot print after the second time So what is the fix? If you are using Outlook 2016 (32-bit edition) it is not compatible with any Sage 50 or Sage 50c product EX.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 (Peachtree) Accounting Software Feature Enhancements From 2012 - 2017

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 08 Jul 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Need to upgrade? Here’s a list of new Sage 50 features added since 2012: Sage 50 2017 Improvements for easier installation and upgrades – Many of the screens in the installation routine have been combined and simplified. The Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting feature also activates automatically -- no need to enter in a an activation key. .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 US 2017 – To Be Released Next Week!

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 06 Jul 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Enhancements include:1. A simplifiedinstallation and upgrade process for customers running on a local network. 2. The ability for Sage 50customers, who also have a Sage Payments Solutions account, to process ACHpayments (electronic bank transfers) within Sage 50. 3. A new Pause/Resumefeature for Sage 50c which allows a customer to pause online activities, continueworking offline, and resume working later with automated data synch. 4. Removed the need for anew Activation Code wh.. ( Read More )

Positive Pay Files Straight From Your Sage 50 Check Register

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 29 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Positive Pay isan automated fraud detection tool offered by the Cash Management Department ofmost banks. In its simplest form, it is a service that matches the accountnumber, check number and dollar amount of each check presented for payment against a list of checks previouslyauthorized and issued by the company. We can create a Positive Pay Reportusing Intelligence Reporting that takes the information directly from your Sage50 Check Register and creates either the .CSV or .TXT file format re.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2017 What's New

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 29 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT

If you are on an active Sage Business Care Plan Sage 50 2017 and Sage 50c 2017 (cloud) will appear in the “Check for Updates” window within the existing version of Sage 50 on 7/12/2016. As such, Sage will no longer send download links and activation keys to existing Sage 50 users. As with all new releases, this one must be installed first on the server, and then on all workstations that have Sage 50 installed. Once the new version is installed on the server, workstations will be unable to .. ( Read More )

Consolidating your Data with the Sage 50 Connector Module

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 09 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT

FREE Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting Webinar! Date and time: Thursday, June 16, 2016 2:00 pm Eastern Daylight Time (New York) Thursday, June 16, 2016 12:00 pm Mountain Daylight Time (Denver) Thursday, June 16, 2016 1:00 pm Central Daylight Time (Chicago) Thursday, June 16, 2016 11:00 am Pacific Daylight Time (San Francisco) Duration: 45 minutes Description: This webcast will explore another po.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Business Intelligence Reporting Training Webinar Schedule

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 09 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50-U.S. Edition Intelligence Reporting Upcoming Webcast Schedule  9 Jun 2016 Exploring the Connector and creating containers In this webcast, you’ll lea.. ( Read More )

Let CBA Create Your Sage 50 Custom Reports!

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 25 May 2016 00:00:00 GMT

One of the most requested Sage 50 services that we are contacted for is to work with Sage 50 customers and create custom reports with the Sage Business Intelligence Reporting feature. To initiate the process is pretty simple. If you have an existing Crystal Report or an Excel template that you're currently using all you have to do is email it to us and we'll provide you with a quote. If you don't have a tangible format just contact us to discuss your "vision" and .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 SmartPosting Service

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 13 May 2016 00:00:00 GMT

If you receive any of the following Sage 50 error messages below are the instructions on how to resolve the issue: SmartPosting service has hung or crashed Transactions will not post SmartPosting service stops SmartPosting service hangs SmartPosting service crashes SmartPosting service cannot be restarted Cannot change to Real-time posting Cause .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Business Intelligence Reporting Training Webinar Schedule

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 03 May 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Register now for any or all of these free Sage Intelligence Report Training webcasts! Have questions about the Sage 50 Intelligence reporting feature? Give us a call at 1.800.339.8224 to speak with one of our Sage 50 Certified Consultants! 5 May 2016 Tweak your Sage Intelligence reports with these 5 tips You’ve responded and we’ve listened. Join us in this session as we give you 5 tips, created according to your feedback, on how to expertly tweak a report using .. ( Read More )

Processing Credit Cards in Sage 50

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 29 Apr 2016 00:00:00 GMT

It's now easier than ever to set up and process credit cards in Sage 50. Let CBA and Sage Payment Solutions streamline your accounts receivable process and you'll start to see these benefits PLUS get a $400 statement credit: Improve Cash FlowWhen you integrate all your points of payment directly to your bank for settlement—and toyour accounting system for reconciliation—you maximize your cash flow. Sitting on checksand receipts minimizes your cash position, which im.. ( Read More )

Tweak Sage 50 Intelligence Reports With These 5 Tips

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 22 Apr 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Join us in this Sage 50 Intelligence training webinar and learn 5 tips (content based and created according to Sage 50 customer feedback) on how to expertly tweak a report using the Report Manager. Among these tips, you’ll learn how to add and remove certain fields in your report. Los Angeles: Thu, May 05, 2016 11:00 am Denver: Thu, May 05, 2016 12:00 pm Chicago: Thu, May 05, 2016 1:00 pm New York: Thu, May 05, 2016 2:00 pm

Sage 50 2016 Obsolescence Policy

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 20 Apr 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 2016 will become obsolete on November 30, 2016. If you are using the Sage 50 payroll feature please note that you will need to upgrade to the latest release in order to have payroll functionality on or after December 1, 2016. Sage 50 2017 is scheduled to be released on July 12, 2016. The Sage 50 obsolescence policy is to support the current release of a product. Product support includes access to Sage Business Care, product updates, payroll solutions, and other add-on products or .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Premium Accounting 2016 - 30% Discount

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 06 Apr 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Purchase your Sage 50 2016 Premium Accounting (formerly Peachtree Premium Accounting) now and also receive the 2017 (scheduled release date is 7/12/2016)**. This is the perpetual license (you own the software, it does not expire and you are not required to pay an annual renewal fee) plus the DVD is included! This offer includes the Basic Support Plan -- 3 support calls with Sage within 1 year of your date of purchase. (Free S/H to US based customers.) Sage 50 2016 (1 user) $35.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Business Intelligence Reporting Training Webinar Schedule

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 05 Apr 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Below is the schedule for the upcoming Sage Intelligence Report training webinars. If you're new to Sage 50 or haven't explored this powerful reporting feature give us a call for a free demo! .. ( Read More )

NEW!!! Sage 50 Premium Support

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 29 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT

In an effort to continuously improve Sage 50 customer support services Sage is now offering Premium Support with a current Sage 50 Business Care Plan! Take a look at the new and improved benefits of Premium Support: • You are entitled to first-class phone support and convenient appointment scheduling, especially during periods of heavy call volumes. .. ( Read More )

How to Print a Packing Slip in Sage 50

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 24 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Print Bill of Lading, Sage 50 Packing Slip, Sage 50 Bill of Lading
In Sage 50 (formerly Peachtree), a sales invoice or sales order must be entered before a packing slip can be printed. Option I: Print from Reports & Forms Click Reports & Forms, Forms, and then select Invoices and Packing Slips Double-click Packing Slip Choose the appropriate options, and then click Refresh List Choose Print/E-mail Verify the packing slip printed correctly Option II: Print from Sales Order Select Tasks, Q.. ( Read More )

Learn How to Restrict Who Can Edit Your Sage Intelligence Reports

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 22 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT

By using the Sage 50 Intelligence Security Manager you are able to give viewing and editing rights to report users in different roles.This means that you can allow some users to edit reports in the Report Manager while restricting others. You can also give some users the right to only view the report contents but restrict them from making any edits to any of the report properties.In this tip we’re going to work through an example of assigning viewing and editing rights to different users.In th.. ( Read More )

FAQ's Regarding Your Sage 50 Business Care Renewal

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 21 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 Business Care
If your Sage 50 Business Care Plan is coming up for renewal here are a few FAQ's that our customers consistently ask us: Should I renew with the Sage 50 Traditional Plan or Sage 50c (Cloud) Subscription Plan? Sage 50c is a new product and Sage is providing some great pricing incentives at renewal time. Here's the fine print to help you with your decision: The Sage 50 Traditional Business Care Plan .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting Webinar

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 14 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 Business Intelligence Training
Sage 50 Business Intelligence Reporting webcasts take place over forty-five minutes to an hour. Event status: Not started Date and time: Wednesday, March 16, 2016 2:00 pm Eastern Daylight Time (New York) .. ( Read More )

Free Sage 50 Intelligence Tips & Tricks eBooks Download

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 08 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 Business Intelligence Training
Did you know that Sage has published three free eBooks full of Sage 50 Intelligence Tips & Tricks? Download all three now! CBA is Certified in Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting....we can train you to write your own Sage 50 custom reports or prepare them for you or help you tweak the ones that are provided within your Sage 50 accounting software. Here are a few Sage 50 custom reports we've designed for other Sage 50 users! Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting, Sage 50 Reports, C.. ( Read More )

Free Sage 50 Quantum Manufacturing (MISys) Demo

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 03 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 Manufacturing and Inventory Control
Other systems help you maintain inventory... Sage 50 Quantum Manufacturing is designed to help you maintain NO inventory! Like other inventory systems, MISys can tell you what you have in stock and where its located. For Sage 50 Quantum (MISys) Manufacturing customers, that's simply not enough. Our customers enjoy a typical savings of 25% in inventory carrying costs because MISys has the ability to order only what you need, when you ne.. ( Read More )

Sage Summit 2016 - Chicago

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 01 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT

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FAQ Regarding Purchasing Sage 50 2017 Accounting Software & Support Options

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 01 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Effective February 15, 2016 Sage made a change to how you can purchase the Sage 50 2017 accounting software (Sage 50 Pro, Premium or Quantum). You can purchase and own the software or purchase an annual or monthly subscription (if you are purchasing from Sage’s website, this is what you are buying). As a Sage 50 authorized reseller since 1989, we can assist you with your purchase of any of the following software and support options: Th.. ( Read More )

Sage 50c (Cloud) FAQ's

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 10 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Who will benefit from Sage 50c? Sage50c is intended to be used in the following situations: · Businessowners who want to have access to their data from the office or from home · Smallbusinesses where the accountant enters all or nearly all of the accountinginformation No. Question/Answer .. ( Read More )

Sage 50c (Cloud) Launching Today!

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 03 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Starting today, Sage 50 (formerly Peachtree) will be offering a new Sage 50 accounting software...Sage 50c.For the first time ever, you can push your Sage 50 data from the desktop to the cloud and work from anywhere with Sage 50c. Perfect for yourself, your accountant, bookkeeper, or any employee that needs to work remotely -- anywhere you have Sage 50c installed and Internet access.Sage 50c expands your reach to locations outside the office. Your data is safe, secure, and always accessible. C.. ( Read More )

How to Restore Sage 50 Custom Reports

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 02 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Follow the instructions below if you want to do any of the following or if your Sage 50 Custom Reports are missing or damaged: Restore custom reports from a backup Restore custom reports without restoring a backup Restore missing or damaged reports Recreate missing or damaged custom reports Custom reports are missing Disclaimer .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Accounting - U.S. Edition Intelligence Reporting Webcasts

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 29 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Webcasts (web-based seminars) are interactive product demonstrations hosted by Sage Product Specialists which offer a quick, topic-specific learning experience. Webcast duration varies from 30 min to 55 min. Simply click on the “Register” button to find out more information about what is covered and whether the webcast is for you. If you can’t make the allocated webcast time, register anyway, and you will be sent a link to the recording after the webcast takes place. Financial Reporting P.. ( Read More )

What to do if the Task Pane is Missing in the Sage 50 Intelligence Report Designer

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 26 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The Task Pane and BI Tools have become two of the most leading features of Sage Intelligence. Imagine the feeling of opening your reports, only to find that they are not there! Below are the instructions on what to do if your Task Pane goes missing.Although Sage 50 accounting software is robust, there are a few circumstances where this can occur. In this blog post we will look at the Task Pane in the Sage 50 Report Designer, list the reasons why it may not appear and see what you can do to ge.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2016 Third-Party Solutions

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 07 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Solve your unique Sage 50 issues with these industry-specific Sage endorsed solutions! These third-partyEndorsed Solutions meet rigorous strategic, technology and integration criteriaand have been hand-picked by Sage in an effort to solve your unique businessissues and optimize the performance of Sage 50 by easily allowing youto import and export essential information directly to and from your Sage 50software. This provides an efficient and scalable way to automate orderprocessing and address.. ( Read More )

Updating the AZ State Unemployment Tax Formula in Sage 50 2016

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 05 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT

After your Sage 50 2016 software and all the latest service release and tax table updates have been installed you need to do the following to update your State Unemployment formula: OPTION 1: you have NOT yet done a payroll in 2016 § Go to TASKS then PAYROLL ENTRY bring up one employee and set the check date to 1/1/2016. The system will prompt you to update the formulas: .. ( Read More )

January 2016 Sage 50 Payroll Solutions Update

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 01 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The following article describes the changes included in the January 2016 Sage 50 Payroll Solutions Update for Sage 50 Accounting, releases 2015 and 2016. Year-End Center The Year-End Center at https://sagecity.na.sage.com/support_communities/sage50_accounting_us/sage50us-yearend/ includes updated how-to's, helpful videos, advanced topics, troubleshooting tips, and additional resource links, all arranged by topic. Make sure you visit the center whe.. ( Read More )

Webcast Training on the Sage 50 Intelligence Report Utility

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 29 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT

The Report Utility is the latest reporting innovation from Sage Intelligence and makes accessing Logicim XLGL Reports a whole lot easier. By installing the Report Utility on the machine you run Sage Intelligence on, it provides you with numerous free reports that are available for your solution if you are on an active Sage Business Care Plan. You can then select the ones you want and have them automatically imported into your Report Manager. CBA is Certified in Sage 50 Intelligence Repor.. ( Read More )

How to Run the Sage 50 Yearend Wizard

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 04 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT

The Year-End Wizard walks you through the process of closing out your first open fiscal year, payroll tax year, or both. Before starting the Year-End Wizard, print out any unprinted items such as invoices and checks. Also make sure that there are no purchases that are marked as Waiting on Bill. Note: It is recommend to start the process at the end of your business day, making sure you leave the computer running, and that all other applications are closed. To start the Sage 50 yearend W.. ( Read More )

Upcoming Sage 50 Intelligence Report Training Webinars

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 01 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT

CBA is Certified in Sage 50 Business Intelligence Reporting....we can train you to write your own Sage 50 custom reports or prepare them for you. Here are a few Sage 50 custom reports we've designed for other Sage 50 users! All new CBA customers also receive 1 hour of FREE Sage 50 Intelligence Report Training with a Sage 50 Certified Consultant. If you are new to Sage 50 and have questions or would like a complimentary demo of the Sage 50 2016 .. ( Read More )

Why Choose Sage 50 (Peachtree) vs. Quickbooks?

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 16 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT

There are many accounting solutions available and they all have their strengths and weaknesses but the two most common accounting software programs for the small business are Sage 50 (Peachtree) and Quickbooks. So what are some of the strengths of Sage 50 vs. Quickbooks? US-based technical support Grow with Sage 50 -- as your business operations grow Sage has a line-up of numerous products and third-party add-on's that you can grow into. Ac.. ( Read More )

The New Sage Intelligence Report Utility

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 12 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT

The Report Utility is the latest reporting innovation from Sage Intelligence and makes accessing Logicim XLGL Reports a whole lot easier. By installing the Report Utility on the machine you run Sage Intelligence on, it provides you with numerous free reports that are available for your solution if you are on an active Sage Business Care Plan. You can then select the ones you want and have them automatically imported into your Report Manager.Get more information on the Report Utility and downl.. ( Read More )

FREE Sage 50 Quantum Manufacturing (MISys®) Webcast

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 05 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT

LEARN ABOUT THE SAGE 50 POWERFUL MANUFACTURING SOLUTION
LEARN ABOUT THE SAGE 50 POWERFUL MANUFACTURING SOLUTION .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Intelligence Webcast Training Schedule

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 03 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50-U.S. Edition Intelligence Reporting Upcoming Webcast Schedule 5 November 2015 Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting in real life: Sales This is part 3 of a 4-part series. In this series we’ll use real-life scenarios, provided by some of you, to demonstrate how you can make the most of Sage Intelligence Reporting. This webcast will be very useful for sa.. ( Read More )

How to Get a W2 Employee Count In Sage 50

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 27 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Not sure how many W2's you need to order this year? Below are the steps to get a count of the total employees paid in 2015 so you will know how many W2’s to order: 1. Go to Sage 50 Reports/Forms, Payroll, Click on the Yearly Earnings Report and then click on Options. 2. Make sure the dates are set to January 1, 2015 – December 31, 2015. Put a check in the box called “Show only Totals”. Click OK. 3. The report will appear. It will show you all employee.. ( Read More )

Use Your Sage 50 Sales Report to Create a Sales Commission Calculator

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 20 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT

One of the wish-list features that our Sage 50 clients want is the ability to calculate commission. Generally, sales reps earn a percentage income for any sales they produce in a given period and not many small business accounting software packages have the ability to calculate commission.Fortunately for Sage 50 customers, Sage Intelligence Reporting offers you the Sales report which you can fine-tune and tailor according to your commission needs. You can add custom formulas, charts, graphs, a.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 U.S. Edition Version 2016.1 Released Today

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 20 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 U.S. Edition Version 2016.1 Released Today
The Sage 50 2016.1 update for the U.S. Edition was released today and it is compatible with and certified for Windows 10! In addition to Windows 10 compatibility the additional new features include a Payment Center Dashboard and a Services Navigation Center. Payment Center Dashboard The Payment Center dashboard contains everything you need to quickly and conveniently apply for a merchant account for your business. It’s the all-in-one place for payment management within Sage 50 and allows y.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Intelligence Real-Time Reporting: Sales

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 19 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT

This is part 3 of a 4-part series. In this series real-life scenarios will be used to demonstrate how you can make the most of Sage Intelligence Reporting. This webcast will be very useful for sales and purchase managers tracking departmental budgeting. We'll show you how to use the sales analysis container to determine cost of sales and how to use simple excel functions to trigger specific formatted messages whenever a certain cost is exceeded. .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Intelligence Real-Time Reporting: Purchases

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 13 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In this Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting webcast we will show you how to use a purchase analysis container to create individual vendor pages showing totals, items and locations. This will enable you to make purchase decisions quickly based on expenses and real-time data. This Sage Intelligence webinar is part 2 of a 4-part series. CBA is Certified in Sage 50 Business Intelligence Reporting....we can train you to write your own Sage 50 custom repor.. ( Read More )

What Sage 50 Intelligence Report Templates Come with Sage 50 2016?

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 08 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT

These are the standard reports that have been created for Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting. These reports will open in Microsoft Excel. Once in Excel, you can easily filter these reports and add additional fields to these reports to get the exact information that you need.Note: You must have Microsoft Excel 2003 or later to use Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting.The following standard report templates are available:DASHBOARD Dashboard Analysis: This report displays several key performance i.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting in Real-Time: Inventory

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 06 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT

This webinar will show you how to use the inventory analysis to determine: Cross-year difference and changes Gross profit per item Location settings. REGISTER HERE Thursday, October 22, 2015 @ 2:00pm EST (1 hour) This is part 1 of a 4 part training series. Real life customer scenarios will be used to demonstrate how to get the most out of Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting. CBA is Certified in Sage 50 Business Intelligence Report.. ( Read More )

What are the Benefits of Using Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting?

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 02 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 Business Intelligence Reporting sets itself apart as a step forward for users who may only be using a spreadsheet program for their current reporting needs. Sage Intelligence Reporting increases your productivity by eliminating manual report preparation, repetitive data extracts and complex back-end data joins to provide you with up-to-date, accurate and presentation-quality reports for informed decision-making. Sage Intelligence Reporting uses Microsoft Excel, which means you can view.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2016 Keyboard Shortcuts

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 29 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Using a few keyboard shortcuts in Sage 50 2016 can save significant time when entering transactions by reducing the need to reach for the mouse all the time. These shortcut keys are available in Sage 50 2016 Pro, Sage 50 2016 Premium and Sage 50 2016 Quantum accounting software products. CTRL + Letter Shortcuts CTRL+X Cut CTRL+C Copy CTRL+V Paste CTRL+E Delete Record CTRL+F Find CTRL+D Fi.. ( Read More )

Upgrade Now & Save on Sage 50 2016 Accounting Software

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 15 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMT

If you are currently on any of the following Sage 50 (Peachtree) obsolete products upgrade now and take advantage of huge savings through 9/30/2015: Sage 50 2011 Complete Sage 50 2011 Premium Sage 50 2012 Complete Sage 50 2012 Premium Sage 50 2013 Complete Sage 50 2013 Premium On April 1, 2014, Sage discontinued the Sage 50 Complete accounting software...your accounting data will convert and be compatible with Sage 50 Premium. Licensing and upgrade pricing for the Sage 50 Premium 2016 is.. ( Read More )

Sales & Use Tax Compliance for Dummies - Download Free e-book now!

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 15 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 Sales Tax, Sales Tax Compliance, Tax Exemption Certificates, Nexus, Avoid Sales Tax Audit
It’s a quick and easy read and a primer on why getting sales tax right is so important—and so hard to do on your own. Make sure you comply with increasingly complex sales and use tax regulations: Know the taxes for which you are responsible — examine the differences between sales and use taxes and when each applies Understand nexus — know when and where you need to collect tax, along with the rules associated with doing business in various states, including e-file requirements .. ( Read More )

Advanced Security Controls in Sage 50 Quantum

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 09 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMT

There are a number of reasons to purchase or upgrade to Sage 50 (Peachtree) Quantum. However, one of the features that is overlooked is the built-in audit trail that allows you to monitor all transaction changes and track each entry by user. The Sage 50 Quantum Internal Accounting Review feature searches the company data for potential mistakes and fraudulent activity. There are multiple system checks available and if any trouble is spotted, a comprehensive report is generated to hel.. ( Read More )

Affordable Care Act (ACA) & Sage 50 2015 Tax Form Filing Requirements

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 03 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMT

AFFORDABLE CARE ACT (ACA) AND 2015 TAX FORM FILING REQUIREMENTS
Affordable Care Act (ACA) (also referred to as Obamacare) reporting is mandatory for calendar year 2015 and is the responsibility of the employer. The reporting requirement consists of two types of forms and their related transmittals. What Forms are Required?Form 1095-B must be issued by a self-insured employer with less than 50 full-time employees (including full-time equivalent employees), or by the insurer to employees and to the IRS as proof of healthcare coverage.Form 1095-C must be issu.. ( Read More )

New Obsolescence Message in Sage 50

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 01 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMT

When you opened Sage 50 Accounting this morning, you may have seen the message below. This message is just a reminder that after December 1, 2015, your current version of Sage 50 will no longer be supported, and you will have to install Sage 50 Accounting 2016. Don't worry, if you are using Sage 50 Accounting 2013 or 2015, the program you are currently using will still be supported until Nov.. ( Read More )

Upgrade Now to Sage 50 2016 Premium & Save 30%

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 17 Aug 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Upgrade & Save 30% on Sage 50 2016 Premium Accounting Thru 8/21/2015 If you are currently on the Sage 50 (Peachtree) Complete, Sage is offering a 30% discount when you upgrade and purchase a 3 or 5 user license. Since the Sage 50 (Peachtree) Complete software was discontinued last year and is now obsolete take advantage of this great offer to upgrade your software and be supported with Sage Business Care. (Sage 50 Obsolete Software and Upgrade Conversion) Sage Business Care includes: .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 (Peachtree) Checks & Forms

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 12 Aug 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Not only does CBA guarantee that these checks are 100% compatible we provide complimentary set up assistance in addition to any alignment or formating issues with your printer. With Sage 50 compatible checks there is no formatting and nothing is wasted on misprints. Just enter your data and print. Don’t make the mistake of ordering your checks and forms from a vendor that doesn’t know Sage software as well as we do, or provide the level of high security or set up assistance that we can... ( Read More )

Sage Summit 2015 Annual Conference

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 07 Aug 2015 00:00:00 GMT

We attended Sage Summit 2015 from July 27-30th at the New Orleans Convention Center and I wanted to share a few highlights: 1. First of all I want to give kudos to Sage for bringing in some great keynote speakers again this year! Three years ago I wasn’t recommending the conference to our customers because I didn’t feel the value was there but for 2 years in a row now the price to attend has decreased ($99 this yr.) and the quality of the speakers and training sessions has improved gre.. ( Read More )

Fine Tune Your Excel Skills for Effective Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 07 Aug 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Microsoft Excel is powerful and easy to use, yet most business users still only understand a fraction of its functionality. In this Sage 50 training webcast the Sage Intelligence experts will share the power of Excel as a business reporting tool. This session is for those who use Excel on a regular basis and will showcase a number of powerful financial functions and formulas, PivotTables and PivotCharts, and working with Datalists-all functionality that can significantly improve your reporting.. ( Read More )

Free Sage 50 Intelligence Report Training Webinar

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 06 Aug 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 Intelligence Report Training Webcast
Register below for any or all of these free Sage 50 (Peachtree) Business Intelligence Training webinars offered by Sage. These powerful Logicim XLGL Reports are features that are included in your software. Take 10 seconds and learn how to activate your Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting tool! Sage 50 Intelligence - How Does it Compare? Thursday, August 27, 2015 @ 2:00pm EST (1hour) REGISTER HERE In this webcast we compare some of the features and benefits of Sage .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2016 Accounting is Here!

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 03 Aug 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 (Peachtree) 2016 Accounting Software
SAGE 50 2016 ACCOUNTING IS HERE! Sage 50 2016 Download Links Sage 50 2016 Installation Instructions Sage 50 2016 System Requirements How to Activate Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting The Sage 50 (Peachtree) 2016 release gives you these new features: .. ( Read More )

Activating Sage 50 (Peachtree) Intelligence Reporting

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 03 Aug 2015 00:00:00 GMT

To activate Sage 50 (Peachtree) Business Intelligence go to REPORTS & FORMS – INTELLIGENCE REPORTING SET UP – ACTIVATION MANAGER and copy/paste the activation key. If you are on a Sage Business Care Plan you already have access to the following Sage 50 Business Intelligence Report templates: (Contact us if you have questions or if you don't have your activation key let us know and we'll obtain it for you!) ·Company Dashboard · Inventory Analysis · Top 10 C.. ( Read More )

Sage Drive for Sage 50 U.S. Edition Coming Soon!

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 28 Jul 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Sage Drive for Sage 50!
Just announced at Sage Summit ... Sage Drive will be available for Sage 50 U.S. Edition by year end! What is Sage Drive? It's a tool which will allow you to easily share real time data with your CPA, bookkeeper, remote employees and management working from home or on the road! Stay tuned for more details.

Upgrade Now to Sage 50 Quantum- Save 30%

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 21 Jul 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Now's the time to upgrade to Sage 50 Quantum Accounting 2016. If you order by 8/31/2015 you'll save 30% off Sage MSRP. With Sage 50 Quantum you'll enjoy the combined functionality of all Sage 50 products, customized business capabilities, and more! With Sage 50 Quantum Accounting... Allow more employees (up to 40) to securely access the data they need with role-based security contr.. ( Read More )

Windows Server 2003 NOT supported by Sage 50 2016

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 17 Jul 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Windows Server 2003 NOT supported by Sage 50 2016
BELOW ARE THE LATEST (MODIFIED 7/16/15) SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS FOR SAGE 50 2016 - NOTE: WINDOWS SERVER 2003 IS NOT SUPPORTED!! System Requirements: Sage 50—U.S. Edition 2016 Products .. ( Read More )

Free Sage Intelligence Training Webinars

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 07 Jul 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Logicim XLGL ReportsRegister below for any or all of these free Sage Business Intelligence Training webinars offered by Sage. These powerful Logicim XLGL Reports are features that are included in your software. If you haven't activated your Sage Intelligence Reporting call 1.800.339.8224 or contact us and we'll walk you through it! Learn how to download, import customize and save the following reports: Sage 50 Intelligence - Aged Payables Report July 9, 2015 @ .. ( Read More )

Sage 50-U.S. Edition is not currently supported on Windows 10

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 18 Jun 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Windows 10 will be released on 7/29/2015 and will be free to all Windows 7 and 8.1 users. However, before upgrading to Windows 10 please keep in mind that the Sage 50 program has not been tested in the Windows 10 operating system and will not be supported with any of our current versions including release 2016. This doesn’t necessarily mean it won’t function at all but if you run into problems you won’t have access to Sage 50 technical support. Microsoft Windows 8.1 is the latest supported o.. ( Read More )

2015 Mid-Year Business Review

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 16 Jun 2015 00:00:00 GMT

2015 is almost half over even though some of us feel like we just got through 2014 year end! Here’s a basic mid-year checklist to ensure 2015 finishes strong: •Get those documents organized…paper and digital. Take steps now to minimize the paper. •Are your bank reconciliations up to date? •Check your chart of accounts to ensure you are using proper accounts. Analyze your P&L for inaccuracies. •Review your Sage 50 Balance Sheet and your Sage 50 Aged Receivables and Aged Payables r.. ( Read More )

Coming Soon...Sage 50 Accounting 2016

(Tim Hambsch) — Sat, 13 Jun 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Announcing Sage 50 2016
Update: It's Here! Buy Sage 50 2016 Products Now Sage 50 Accounting 2016 will be released on July 9, 2015! If you are currently on a Sage Business Care Plan as of this date you will automatically receive the Sage 50 2016 upgrade. If you haven't received your activation information from Sage by mid-August just let us know and we'll be happy to obtain it for you! Also, effective June 1, Sage is now offering new subscri.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2015 Obsolescence & FAQ's

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 09 Jun 2015 00:00:00 GMT

On November 30, 2015, Sage 50 U.S. Edition 2015 will become obsolete and unsupported. Q: What does this mean? Access to payroll updates, and other third-party products or services will not be available and you will need to have Sage 50 2016 installed prior to 11/30/2015. (On July 9, 2016, Sage 50 U.S. Edition 2016 will be released. If you are on a current Sage Business Support Plan at that time, you will be receiving your 2016 activation information from Sage. If you do not rece.. ( Read More )

FREE Sage 50 Intelligence Webcast: Get a Quick Health Check of Your Financial Status With the Sage 50 Financial Dashboard

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 09 Jun 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Attend this 1 hour webcast and see why you should use Sage 50 Business Intelligence Reporting to monitor how well your business is doing! We cannot emphasize enough the importance of getting real-time data about your business every day to see how it’s doing – like getting a daily ‘health check’ of your business. It makes much more sense than looking back at your business a month later and seeing how you did! You should be getting some key core data about your company every day so you can ma.. ( Read More )

Thank you to our Sage 50 (Peachtree) Customers!

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 20 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT

It's hard to believe that only 6 years ago today we acquired Computerized Business Associates (CBA) and we'd like to thank all of our loyal Sage 50 customers, partners, business associates, friends and family for all the support you've provided us over the years! Not only have we expanded our customer base throughout the United States and Puerto Rico (especially in the larger markets like New York, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, Houston, Philadelphia and San Diego), we also h.. ( Read More )

FREE Sage 50 Intelligence Training Webinar

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 18 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Attend this 1 hour webcast and learn how to (1) activate, issue and revoke licenses and (2) discover the security features in Sage 50 Business Intelligence Reporting. REGISTER HERE for this Sage 50 Intelligence webcast on Thursday, May 21, 2015 @ 2:00pm EST. Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting replaced the Sage (Peachtree) Crystal Report Designer. If you're not familiar with Sage 50 Intelligence reporting contact us at 1.800.339.8224 to coordinate a free demo on this power.. ( Read More )

Sage Summit Annual Conference - New Orleans, Louisiana

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 04 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Sage Summit 2015 will be held this year from July 27 - 30 in New Orleans, Louisiana (LA). Not only is it a GREAT excuse for a business trip to The Big Easy, it is the largest gathering of Sage business partners, customers and vendors. See new technologies that interface with your Sage software, attend conference activities that will help you become more productive, take advantage of interactive Sage 50 training opportunities and hear what is or isn't working for other businesse.. ( Read More )

Save Time with Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 01 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT

One of the biggest complaints we hear from Sage 50 customers and business owners is that their accounting software doesn't have the ability to generate the types of reports they'd like to see. The typical scenario is that someone within the organization has spent a significant amount of time exporting the accounting data to Excel and making the same formatting changes month after month, year after year. With Sage 50 Intelligence reporting, the madness can end! You have the abi.. ( Read More )

Free Sage 50 Training Webinar: Learn to Utilize The New Features in Sage 50 2015 SR-3

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 20 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Sage50 Accounting On March 31, 2015, Sage 50 2015 Service Release 3 (Sage 50 2015 SR-3) became available as a download through your program (Go to HELP » SAGE 50 SUBSCRIPTION UPDATES). This update is available for Sage 50 2015 Pro, Sage 50 2015 Premium, and Sage 50 2015 Quantum. Register for this free 30 minute webcast on Wednesday, May 6, 2015 @ 11:30am EST where we will cover the following new enhancements to Sage 50 2015: • One click support chatJust one click inside the software l.. ( Read More )

FREE Sage 50 Intelligence Training Webinar

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 16 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Do you have multiple Sage 50 companies and want to see their financial statements merged together? In this webcast you will learn how to create a consolidated financial report. REGISTER for this Sage 50 Intelligence webcast on Thursday, April 23, 2015 @ 2:00pm EST. If you are already using the Sage 50 2015 software and are on an active Sage Business Care Plan you have this powerful real-time reporting tool! If you haven't activated you.. ( Read More )

FREE Sage 50 Intelligence Training Webinar

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 09 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Attend this 1 hour webcast and learn how to use the Sales Analysis Report to compare companies. The Sales Analysis report is a standard report that comes with Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting. It displays pertinent sales information and it allows for comparative analysis like comparing the sales figures of two or more companies, which is what will be demonstrated in this webcast. To have the ability to compare companies, you will need the Connector module to access and consolidate information .. ( Read More )

FREE Sage 50 Intelligence Webinar - Using the Connector Module

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 08 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Do you have multiple Sage 50 companies that have reporting needs? REGISTER for this Sage 50 Intelligence webcast on Thursday, April 9, 2015 2:00pm EST. In this webinar you will learn how to use the use the Connector module with your Sage 50 Intelligence reporting tool. The Connector module accesses information from multiple sources and consolidates data from multiple companies. It allows for consolidations and connectivity to unlimited ODBC data sources. .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 (Peachtree) Obsolete Software and Upgrade Conversion

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 08 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Sage has discontinued the following Sage 50 (Peachtree) products and they are now considered obsolete: Sage 50 2014 Complete Sage 50 2014 Premium Manufacturing Sage 50 2014 Premium ConstructionSage 50 2014 Premium DistributionSage 50 2014 Premium Non-Profit Sage 50 2012 CompleteSage 50 2012 Premium ManufacturingSage 50 2012 Premium ConstructionSage 50 2012 Premium DistributionSage 50 2012 Premium Non-Profit Sage 50 2011 CompleteSage 50 2011 Premium ManufacturingSage 50 2011 Premium Const.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Accounting Software and CBA

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 07 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Whether you are considering purchasing Sage 50 (Peachtree) Accounting software or need help setting it up or need to make changes/improvements to your existing set up, we can help. CBA is a Sage 50 Certified Consultant and also Certified in Sage 50 Business Intelligence. Check out our services page. If you need help with upgrade installation, job costing set-up, inventory set-up,or training and repair damaged data, we're here to help! We provide free Sage 50 software demos incl.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Intelligence Project Status Report

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 01 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Job costing, project management, contract management – whatever terminology you use this report can help you manage your profitability! Compare your original estimated revenues to your actuals to date PLUS your outstanding PO commitments Quickly see your approved and outstanding Change Orders, their individually estimated margins and their impact on your total project Monitor your billings to date vs your expenses to date and quickly see both your profit % and y.. ( Read More )

What's New in the Sage 50 2015 Release Update?

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 23 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Accountants, accounting, balance sheet, best practices, business practices, cash flow, inventory, invoice, manage money, pricing attachments, reporting, revenue, small business accounting
Sage50 Accounting On March 31, 2015, the Sage 50 2015 Service Release 3 (Sage 50 2015 SR-3) will be available as a download through your program (Go to HELP » SAGE 50 SUBSCRIPTION UPDATES). This update will be available for Sage 50 2015 Pro, Sage 50 2015 Premium, and Sage 50 2015 Quantum. In the past we have seen issues with the initial download so we do not recommend you access the update for at least a week to ensure any technical difficulties have been worked out. (IF THERE IS AN ISSUE WE.. ( Read More )

The 1,2,3's of Running your Business ... Backwards!!

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 16 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Running your business by the numbers should make sense to everyone but you might ask "why backwards?" The reason is you need to work with your end goal in mind and this will drive the steps you need to achieve that goal. No matter what anyone else has ever told you unless you’re running a non-profit there is only ONE reason you are in business and that’s to make money! It’s not to provide great products or services or to keep your customers happy – those are means used to ensure y.. ( Read More )

FREE Sage 50 Intelligence Training Webinar

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 12 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Why you should use Sage 50 Business Intelligence Reporting to monitor how well your business is doing!
Attend this 1 hour webcast and see why you should use Sage 50 Business Intelligence Reporting to monitor how well your business is doing! REGISTER HERE for this Sage 50 Intelligence webcast on Thursday, March 19, 2015 2:00pm EST. In this webinar you will learn (1) how to build a simple Sage 50 financial statement from scratch and (2) how to design your own custom layout. If you are on a Sage Business Care Plan you already have access to the following Sage 50 Business Intelligence R.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2013 (Peachtree) Obsolescence Policy

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 11 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Obselescense on the Sage 50 2013 products have now been extended to November 30, 2015. Sage will no longer be supporting the Sage 50 2013 (Peachtree) Pro, Complete, Premium or Quantum accounting software. Product support includes access to Sage Business Care, product updates, payroll solutions, and other add-on products or services. Sage will provide support for an obsolete product until a customer's support plan for that product expires. However, access to product and payroll up.. ( Read More )

March Madness...Save on Sage 50 Software!

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 11 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Through 3/31/2015, CBA is offering March Madness software pricing for all obsolete Sage (Peachtree) users. We will beat any current Sage offer...contact us for current Sage 50 upgrade pricing and licensing options. All March Madness software purchases will also include the Sage 50 2016 upgrade (tentatively scheduled to be released July). If you are not currently on the Sage 50 2015 product please consider purchasing now for the following reasons: •With the purchase o.. ( Read More )

Sage Intelligence Reporting FAQ's

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 17 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT

An introduction to the Sage Intelligence Report Utility
What is Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting?It's a comprehensive Microsoft Excel® based reporting solution that works by linking with your Sage 50 Accounting software. Get customizable business reports that are automatically updated with real-time data on demand without having to import data and manually format Excel worksheets over and over again. What reports are included with Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting?Sage Intelligence Reporting comes with the following standard reports you .. ( Read More )

Purging Unnecessary Data from Sage 50

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 04 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Have you noticed that your Sage 50 (Peachtree) is running slower than it was previously? Maybe it's time to think about purging your old accounting data? Purging is the process of removing inactive customers, vendors, employees, jobs, quotes, invoices, etc. from the records of a company. Purging decreases the size of your data file and removes some of the clutter that may be in your records and improves your overall system performance. In Sage 50, purging can be performed at any time.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Recurring Transactions / Billing

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 03 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Many businesses, particularly in service industries, have customers that are billed a fixed amount every week, month or quarter. No matter which situation is yours, you can probably save time by setting up recurring invoices. 1. From the Tasks menu, select Sales/Invoicing. 2. In the Sales/Invoicing window, complete the transaction as you normally would. You do not have to enter an invoice number at this time. (Note: You are actually creating an invoice here, not just .. ( Read More )

FREE Webinar: Automate Your Financial & Management Reports & Analyze Them in Excel

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 28 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Attend this 1 hour webcast and see why you should be using Sage 50 Business Intelligence Reporting In this introduction to Sage 50 U.S. Edition Intelligence Reporting we'll show you how easy it is to: - Activate the module - Access learning material to get you up and running - Immediately get value from the standard reports available - Make the most of this powerful reporting tool using your Excel skills. Register here for this Sage 50 Intelligence webcast on Wednesday.. ( Read More )

Free Webinar: How to Set Up a Sales Report in Sage 50 Intelligence to Automatically Distribute to Sales Team

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 16 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Did you know that you can set up sales reports to automatically distribute to each of your sales representatives, even while you're asleep, using the Report Distribution feature in Sage Intelligence? With Report Distribution you can set up a customized email to send to your sales team containing the monthly sales dashboard report, with their commission calculated, and their targets reflected as either positive or negative. To learn more about time-saving powerful feature, REGISTER .. ( Read More )

Analyze & Present Your Data Professionally Using Sage 50 Intelligence & Excel PivotTables & PivotCharts

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 14 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 Reports, Excel Pivot Tables, Sage 50 Reporting and Excel
Most small businesses use Excel in some way for their reporting. If you are one of them, REGISTER HERE for this FREE Sage 50 Intelligence webcast on Wednesday, January 21, 2015 2:00pm EST. The webcast will show you: How to create Excel PivotTables & Pivot Charts from source data to analyze and track your company's performance. Learn how a PivotTable can help transform endless rows and columns of data into a meaningful representation of the data. See how to slice and dice .. ( Read More )

How Do I Print My Sage 50 1099 Forms?

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 12 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT

You must print your vendor 1099 forms before you close the payroll (calendar) year. Prior to printing 1099 forms, install the latest Sage 50 updates to ensure that you have Sage 50 forms that are in compliance with government regulations. To do this click on Services – Check for Updates to see if you are presented with updates you need to download. If so, download and install the updates. 1. Insert blank preprinted 1099 forms into your printer. Sage 50 only prints the 1099 Miscellaneous.. ( Read More )

How Do I Print My Sage 50 W-2s?

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 12 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT

On the left navigation aid bar, click Employees & Payroll, Forms. Select Federal Forms (W-2, 940, etc.) or on the Reports & Forms menu, select Forms, Tax Forms, double-click Payroll Tax Forms. Select [year] W-2/W-3 listed under the Available Forms section. Set the Filing period to Yearly for the payroll tax year and ensure the current year is selected then click OK. The W-2 Setup Wizard window appears. Select an option, then click Next. Verify that t.. ( Read More )

FREE Sage 50 Quantum Manufacturing (MISys®) Webcast

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 03 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT

General accounting software packages are inefficient for manufacturing companies because they do not track work in process (WIP), material, labor and overhead expenses into the inventory costs of your manufactured items. Therefore, you lack the metrics needed to your measure your efficiency and profitability. If you’re not already using a software solution, you shouldn’t wait too long to take that big step. It will likely remove barriers you are facing and help you smooth out your o.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2014 Year End Checklist

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 02 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT

The end of the accounting year is rapidly approaching for calendar year companies so here are some items you can do NOWto make your year-end less stressful: Review your Sage 50 1099 Vendor report on the screen, select the Columns button from the top menu bar and add the Tax ID Number column to the report. Look for vendors who don’t have a Tax ID Number and who will be paid more than $600 this year for certain products and services. You will need their federal ID n.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Credit Card Services & Mobile Payment Solutions

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 11 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Did you know that with Sage Payment Solutions, you can accept multiple payment types: from your store, online, phone, or at a customer’s location? And that you can view all your payment activity using a simple, real-time dashboard—and manage your entire world of payments in one place? Below are just a few highlights of the Sage 50 Payment Solutions: · No long-term contract · EMV (Smart chip) Compliant terminals · Mobile processing with smartphone o.. ( Read More )

The FEAR of the End of the Year Physical Inventory!

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 28 Oct 2014 00:00:00 GMT

As a business owner, executive or manager I’m sure the end of the year physical inventory is NOT something you look forward to because not only is it disruptive to your operations but the results can often times turn treats into tricks! Why? Because companies who don’t keep an accurate inventory throughout the year are often viewing Income Statements that reflect nice gross margins until the results of the physical inventory are posted. I hope you’re the exception but it seems.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2015.2 - Issues with Update Installation

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 23 Oct 2014 00:00:00 GMT

An issue has been identified with the Sage 50—U.S. 2015 Edition update causing it not to install correctly. If you’re able to install this update, no action is needed. In case the update fails to install or prompts you to install later, please follow these instructions: Browse to the company data location. Double-click the Updates folder. Rename the PTXA2015.2 file to OldPTXA2015.2. Rename OnlineUpdate.log to OldOnlineUpdate.log. Rename OUPAW22.xml to OldOUPAW22.xml. Reope.. ( Read More )

FREE Sage 50 Intelligence Training Webinar: Standard Inventory Analysis Report

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 17 Oct 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Make inventory management less complex and easier to handle with the click of a few buttons! Determine item overhead, quantities on hand, sold, purchased and required. Learn how to quickly customize reports to filter out item types, locations and top categories all using the Sage 50 state of the art inventory analysis report. Register Here for this free Sage 50 Business Intelligence webcast on Friday, October 24, 2014 at 1pm Central Daylight time. Do you have reporting needs and haven�.. ( Read More )

How Do I Enter a Credit Memo in Sage 50?

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 16 Oct 2014 00:00:00 GMT

1. From the Tasks menu, select Credit Memos. 2. Enter or select the customer ID. 3. In the Credit # field, enter the ID that you want to apply to the credit memo. Note: You may want to connect the application amount to the credit memo. For example, if this credit memo is based on an existing invoice no. 106, you may want to type 106-C to indicate that the credit memo is applied to the invoice. 4. Enter the date of the credit memo if it is different from the disp.. ( Read More )

How to Process a Customer Refund in Sage 50

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 00:00:00 GMT

There will be times when you need to refund customers some of the money they paid you for products or services. Below are the steps to correctly process a refund in Sage 50. 1. Enter a credit memo for the item being returned or the amount that you are removing from the customer's balance. 2. Use the Payments window to enter and print the refund check for the customer. 3. Reconcile the credit memo and the check on a receipt. What do you w.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Accounting Software

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 09 Oct 2014 00:00:00 GMT

If you are a small business owner or you’re thinking of starting one, CBA offers Sage 50 accounting systems specifically designed for small and mid-sized businesses. Sage 50 has the features and tools that will help you streamline your day-to-day operations, manage growth, cash flow, and costs, keep you tax compliant, and much more. This accurate, easy-to-use accounting program will help you get your information faster and simplify tasks so you can get the right work done. Please downl.. ( Read More )

How to Add Payment Status to a Sales Invoice

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 19 Sep 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Would you like to have your invoices state the payment status “UNPAID”, “PAID IN FULL” or “PAST DUE” when you print or email them? This can be particularly helpful when you have to resend a “PAST DUE” invoice to a customer while working on collections or when you send a copy as a receipt that says “PAID IN FULL.” This can easily be added to your invoice as follows: Select Reports & Forms -> Forms -> Invoices and Packing Slips From the forms window on the left select the .. ( Read More )

SAGE 50 MOBILE SALES

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 11 Sep 2014 00:00:00 GMT

SAGE 50 MOBIL APP COMING SOON!
Sage Mobile Sales is an intuitive iPad/tablet app that makes sales possible anytime, anywhere. With Sage Mobile Sales, you can streamline and grow your business with confidence. Here are just a few of the benefits with Sage Mobile Sales: Increase revenue per salesperson—up-sell, cross-sell, and repeat sales. Confidently commit to fulfilling orders with real-time product availability. Immediately process orders and collect payments. Provide a superior in-person buying experience. Show th.. ( Read More )

Rolling 12 Month Profit & Loss (Income Statement)

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 19 Aug 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 P&L Income Statement
We've just added a Rolling 12 Month P&L Report (Income Statement) to our list of Customized Sage 50 Business Intelligence Reports! Quickly get a dynamic overview of your performance over the last 12 months -- change the monthly view on the fly without having to rerun the report and easily pick up on changes with the graphical view. We can easily expand this basic report to add budget comparisons, provide more detailed expense breakdowns, break it out by departments or expand it to a.. ( Read More )

Maintaining Control of Your Inventory

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 12 Aug 2014 00:00:00 GMT

In our first post regarding inventory we discussed Getting Control of Your Inventory and now we’re going to discuss how to maintain control. The following are the key steps to maintaining inventory control (accuracy): 1. Establish a cycle counting procedure: § Classify all your inventory items as either A, B or C items (you can have additional classifications for more complex inventory situations but I recommend keeping it simple in the beginning). The A’s are the most valuable items.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Training

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 11 Aug 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Take Advantage of CBA's Sage 50 Training Special!
See the list of Sage 50 training topics below that cover a range of areas to accommodate new and experienced users. All training is provided by a Sage 50 Certified Consultant and is customized to meet your specific needs. We prefer to use your data to ensure that you ask the questions relevant to your accounting data. If there’s a topic you don’t see covered below just ask and we’ll be glad to accommodate your needs! Getting Started Setting up company information, accounting methods, .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Business Accounting Software In New York

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 23 Jul 2014 00:00:00 GMT

CBA is a Diamond Level Sage 50 (Peachtree) Certified Master Consultant offering the following services to our New York customers: Sage 50 2016 (formerly Peachtree) accounting software including the Sage 50 Quantum, Sage 50 Premium, Sage 50 Complete and Sage 50 Quantum Manufacturing products. (We also offer the Sage 50 perpetual license option for your software purchase. This is where you own your Sage 50 software and it is not a subscription!) View your Sage 50 purchasing and support option.. ( Read More )

FREE Sage 50 2015 Quantum Webcast

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 18 Jul 2014 00:00:00 GMT

FREE Sage 50 2015 Premium Webinar
Free Sage 50 2015 Quantum Demo! Sage 50 Quantum Accounting is a multi-functional accounting and business management solution that offers strengths in the following areas: Financial Management Customer Management Inventory Management Vendor Management Employee/Payroll Management Jobs Management Intelligence Reporting Workflow Management Multi-User Management Security Features specific for your industry: Manufa.. ( Read More )

Custom Forms in Sage 50

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 17 Jul 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Creating Custom Forms in Sage 50 with Sage Business Intelligence
Did you know that by using Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting we can create custom Sales Invoices, Packing Lists, Pick Lists, Quotes and Purchase Orders that are generated in Excel? Would you like to have row numbers on your Invoices? Would you like subtotals or totals calculated or presented differently? Would you like the items on your invoice to be sorted by item ID regardless of how they’re entered? Would you like to have your Pick List sorted by location? Would you like to have row .. ( Read More )

FREE Sage 50 Training for Sage Business Intelligence

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 08 Jul 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Learn to Use Sage 50 BI for free!
Introduction to Sage 50 Business Intelligence & Free Training Webinar Description: Learn how to use Sage 50 Intelligence and write your own Sage 50 Intelligence Reports! Sage 50 Business Intelligence (BI)is a comprehensive reporting solution that allows you to access all your business information in one centralized location. Microsoft Excel provides an easy-to-use interface and Sage 50 Intelligence reporting gives you realtime access to all your busine.. ( Read More )

2014 Midyear Review

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 25 Jun 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Review Your Business Operations
As July approaches, now is the perfect time to review how your business has been doing and what it will take to achieve your goals this year. Start by reviewing the last six months. Begin by asking yourself or your team a few questions to get a sense of how things have been going. Are you happy with what has been accomplished so far? If so, continue to focus on what's been working and do more of that. If you're not happy, now is the time to make the changes that will get you on trac.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Obsolescence Policy

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 22 May 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 Obsolescence Policy
By the end of this year Sage will no longer be supporting the 2012 and 2014 Sage 50 (Peachtree) products. Please review the obsolescence dates below: Sage Peachtree 2012 - July 31, 2014 Sage 50 U.S. Edition 2013 - June 30, 2015 Sage 50 U.S. Edition 2014 - November 30, 2014 Sage 50 U.S. Edition 2015 - June 30, 2015 (current release) Product support includes access to Sage Business Care, product updates, payroll solutions, and othe.. ( Read More )

Thank you for all your support!

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 20 May 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Thank you for all your support!
5 years ago today Sheila and I acquired Computerized Business Associates (CBA) and we'd like to take this time to thank all of our customers, partners, business associates, friends and family for all the support you've provided us over the years!With your help we've continued to grow and now CBA is celebrating 25 years of continued success supporting the Sage 50 (formerly Peachtree) community with accounting software, implementation, training, bookkeeping, checks and forms, cus.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Business Accounting Software in Ohio

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 12 May 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 (Peachtree) 2016 Accounting Software Ohio
CBA is a Diamond Level Sage 50 (Peachtree) Certified Master Consultant offering the following services to our Ohio customers: Sage 50 2016 (formerly Peachtree) accounting software including the Sage 50 Quantum, Sage 50 Premium, Sage 50 Complete and Sage 50 Quantum Manufacturing products. (We also offer the Sage 50 perpetual license option for your software purchase. This is where you own your Sage 50 software and it is not a subscription!) View your Sage 50 purchasing and support options. .. ( Read More )

The Future of Sage 50 Complete and Vertical Products

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 03 Apr 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Sage streamlines product line in 2015
Effective with the release of Sage 50 2015 on April 2nd, 2014 Sage is streamlining the product lineup. What does this mean? There will only be 3 product choices going forward: Sage 50 Pro Accounting (1-user) Sage 50 Premium Accounting (1 - 5 users) Sage 50 Quantum Accounting (1 - 40 users) Each of the products can be purchased with or without the payroll functionality, the Premium and Quantum can now be purchased in single user license increments — for example you can get a 2 or a.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Accounting 2015 Enhancements

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 02 Apr 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Enhancements in the 2015 Version of Sage 50's Accounting Products
The 2015 version of Sage 50 Accounting Software is better than ever! Check out these important enhancements that will boost your productivity and profitability: One-Click Support ChatGet help faster! Just one click from inside the software and you can chat with a technical support advisor when you have a question. No ID's or passwords to remember just a single click launches a session. Plus, you get a record of the conversation so you can check it later if you have a question. Sage 50.. ( Read More )

Discontinuation Notice: United Parcel Service (UPS®) Integration with Sage 50

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 26 Mar 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Sage announces they are discontinuing Sage 50 UPS integration
Sage announced today that they are discontinuing the Sage 50 UPS integration — see below: Sage supports many different products and services for our customers. Over time, we review each one and analyze factors that include the ongoing resources required to continue supporting each product or service, its usage, and how each one fits into our overall strategy. This approach ensures we continue to provide the right solutions to our customers. After careful review, we have decided to discon.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Discontinuing Crystal Reports

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 25 Mar 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 will no longer support SAP Crystal Reports.
With the launch of Sage 50 Accounting 2015—U.S. Edition, Sage will no longer support SAP Crystal Reports or include a license for its use within Sage 50. However, customers who have a license for SAP Crystal Reports from a previous version of Sage 50 can continue to run SAP Crystal Reports externally against a Sage 50 Accounting 2015 company. This change is necessary due to low customer adoption of the SAP Crystal Reports tool, especially with the addition of Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2015 Coming Soon!!

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 20 Mar 2014 00:00:00 GMT

The new Sage 50 is almost here
Sage 50 2015 will be released on April 2nd, 2014! The major new change in the product offerings is a subscription model which will allow you to subscribe to the software on a monthly basis.

Using Intelligence Reporting to Automatically Update Customer's FTP Site

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 07 Mar 2014 00:00:00 GMT

How to use Sage BI to auto update your client's site
Just finished a fun, little project with one of our customers who needed to have their Sage 50 inventory levels automatically updated to their customer's FTP site every 30 minutes!We used Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting (Business Intelligence) to create a report showing their inventory quantities available and then within the report we set-up a macro to generate a TXT file each time the report runs. After the report was created we scheduled it to run every 30 minutes using the Intelligence.. ( Read More )

Getting Control of your Inventory

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 12 Feb 2014 00:00:00 GMT

How to take control of your business's inventory
There always seems to be a debate regarding the differences (or if there are any) between inventory control and inventory management so let me share my simplistic view: Inventory Control – establishing and maintaining an accurate inventory Inventory Management – maximizing the return on your inventory investment The basis for my definition is you can’t “manage” inventory that is out of “control” so get it under control first and then you can manage it. Let’s start with checking to s.. ( Read More )

Don't be Spooked by Year End... Be Prepared!

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 30 Oct 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Be Prepared for Years End... !
It's Halloween and the end of the accounting year is rapidly approaching for calendar year companies so here are 10 items you can do NOW to make your year-end more of a treat: Review your Sage 50 1099 Vendor report on the screen, select the Columns button from the top menu bar and add the Tax ID Number column to the report. Look for vendors who don’t have a Tax ID Number and who will be paid more than $600 this year for certain products and services. You will need.. ( Read More )

Seven Reasons to Outsource Your Bookkeeping

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 02 Oct 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Save time, money, and more when you outsource your company's bookkeeping
Do bookkeeping chores take too much time away from your core business? Is employing a bookkeeper cost-prohibitive? If so, outsourced bookkeeping may be the perfect solution. It will help you: Reduce overhead costs. Employing a bookkeeper in-house is expensive. The cost includes not just salary and benefits, but other expenses like payroll taxes and hiring and training a new employee. By outsourcing your bookkeeping you will be able to reduce employee headcount, avoid delays due to sick days an.. ( Read More )

Analysis Paralysis

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 01 Oct 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Analysis Paralysis
When it comes to Business Intelligence (BI), you can drive yourself crazy trying to stay on top of all of the information that needs to be analyzed. Just when you think you have a handle on the ins and outs of your business, someone comes along and says "inventory turns are dead" or "its revenue per employee that matters most." Everyone seems to have a different opinion on the key drivers of your business and how they relate to employee compensation. Even the experts .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Business Accounting Software In Panama

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 21 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMT

CBA is a Diamond Level Sage 50 (Peachtree) Certified Master Consultant offering the following services to our international customers: Sage 50 2016 (formerly Peachtree) accounting software including the Sage 50 Quantum, Sage 50 Premium, Sage 50 Complete and Sage 50 Quantum Manufacturing products. (We also offer the Sage 50 perpetual license option for your software purchase. This is where you own your Sage 50 software and it is not a subscription!) View your Sage 50 purchasing and support o.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Business Accounting Software In Texas

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 16 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMT

CBA is a Diamond Level Sage 50 (Peachtree) Certified Master Consultant offering the following services to our Texas customers: Sage 50 2016 (formerly Peachtree) accounting software including the Sage 50 Quantum, Sage 50 Premium, Sage 50 Complete and Sage 50 Quantum Manufacturing products. (We also offer the Sage 50 perpetual license option for your software purchase. This is where you own your Sage 50 software and it is not a subscription!) View your Sage 50 purchasing and support options... ( Read More )

Using “Job” Costing Creatively in Sage 50

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 05 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Using “Job” Costing Creatively in Sage 50
Job costing is typically associated with the manufacturing and construction industries where you have a job to build something such as a computer, a set of furniture, a fence or a house but in Sage 50 (formerly Peachtree) “job” costing can be used to track and analyze any group of revenues and / or expenses. We prefer to refer to this capability as “Project” costing and we’ve set-up customers to use this capability to track expenditures on a marketing campaign, new building costs, hiring costs.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Business Accounting Software In Illinois

(Tim Hambsch) — Sat, 27 Jul 2013 00:00:00 GMT

CBA is a Diamond Level Sage 50 (Peachtree) Certified Master Consultant offering the following services to our Illinois customers: Sage 50 2016 (formerly Peachtree) accounting software including the Sage 50 Quantum, Sage 50 Premium, Sage 50 Complete and Sage 50 Quantum Manufacturing products. (We also offer the Sage 50 perpetual license option for your software purchase. This is where you own your Sage 50 software and it is not a subscription!) View your Sage 50 purchasing and support option.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Business Accounting Software In California

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 26 Jul 2013 00:00:00 GMT

CBA is a Diamond Level Sage 50 (Peachtree) Certified Master Consultant offering the following services to our California customers: Sage 50 2016 (formerly Peachtree) accounting software including the Sage 50 Quantum, Sage 50 Premium, Sage 50 Complete and Sage 50 Quantum Manufacturing products. (We also offer the Sage 50 perpetual license option for your software purchase. This is where you own your Sage 50 software and it is not a subscription!) View your Sage 50 purchasing and support opti.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Business Accounting Software In Florida

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 12 Jul 2013 00:00:00 GMT

CBA is a Diamond Level Sage 50 (Peachtree) Certified Master Consultant offering the following services to our Florida customers: Sage 50 2016 (formerly Peachtree) accounting software including the Sage 50 Quantum, Sage 50 Premium, Sage 50 Complete and Sage 50 Quantum Manufacturing products. (We also offer the Sage 50 perpetual license option for your software purchase. This is where you own your Sage 50 software and it is not a subscription!) View your Sage 50 purchasing and support options.. ( Read More )

Where's my Company Data?

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Where's my Company Data?
A common inquiry we receive is where is my company data? First, it’s important to know Sage 50 / Peachtree stores the program itself and the company data files in separate locations. A standard installation on a Windows 7 machine using the defaults would locate the program in a path similar to C:\Program Files (x86)\Sage\Peachtree with the “Peachtree” being the variable depending on what year you’re running. On a single user system the data would then typically be located at C:\Program File.. ( Read More )

IMPORTANT: Correct Business Care Renewal Pricing

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

IMPORTANT: Correct Business Care Renewal Pricing
We've recently come across multiple instances where the prices on the automated Business Care renewal notices sent from Sage have been incorrect -- too high! If you receive an automatic renewal notice from Sage please contact us to review it before making payment to ensure you are not being overcharged.

Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 Intelligence Reporting
Critical Information Made Visible -- Intelligence Reporting gives you customized reports, on-demand, without having to manually update any spreadsheets. It pulls real-time information directly from Sage 50—and even other databases—into any report template you've saved. Drill down for more detail, slice and dice to find the answers you want, and make informed decisions with confidence. CBA can custom-design almost any report you need, giving you total control over your reporting process.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2014 Released and Installed!!

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 2014 Released and Installed!!
Sage 50 2014 has been released to the partner community and we've already completed the installation and data conversion without a hitch. The release date for customers is April 16th so you'll be able to take advantage of all the great new features very soon!! If you're already on a Business Care program you'll automatically receive this upgrade -- if not place your order now!! If you'd like to see the new features live give us a call at 800-339-8224 or drop us an E.. ( Read More )

WHAT'S NEW IN SAGE 50 2014

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

WHAT'S NEW IN SAGE 50 2014
More Efficient Invoicing Speed through your accounts receivable tasks with new enhancements from Sage 50. Members of your team now have easy access to critical dates and important credit status notifications. Plus, add new customers to Sage 50 without leaving your screen. At-a-glance Quote Status Features Turn opportunities into more sales with at-a-glance-features from Sage 50. New status column on Quote Lists make it easy to follow up on quotes before they expire, make sure pricing i.. ( Read More )

Renew your Expired Peachtree Quantum Now!

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Renew your Expired Peachtree Quantum Now!
CBA is offering expired Sage Peachtree Quantum users the opportunity to upgrade to Sage 50 2013 & 2014 Quantum at a GREAT savings! If you pass this up, you are missing out on these great benefits at a great price: • Sage 50 2013 & 2014 Upgrades INCLUDED • Business Intelligence Report Writer INCLUDED • 1 Year of UNLIMITED Technical Support With Sage INCLUDED • Product Updates and Service Releases INCLUDED • 60 Minutes of Free Remote Access Consulting/Training With a CBA Sage Cert.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Windows 8 Compatibility Update

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Sage 50 Windows 8 Compatibility Update
Windows 8 Compatibility Update Sage 50 Accounting 2014 will be Windows 8 compatible. Previous releases (including 2013) are not supported for Windows 8; however, Sage 50 / Peachtree will run on a Windows 8 machine, per the notes below. Previous releases of Sage 50 / Peachtree will run on a Windows 8 machine, but it is not a supported operating system. There are a couple of known issues with running it in a Windows 8 environment. The E-mail Writer will not work, so you will not be able t.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Business Accounting Software In New Jersey

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

CBA is a Diamond Level Sage 50 (Peachtree) Certified Master Consultant offering the following services to our New Jersey customers: Sage 50 2016 (formerly Peachtree) accounting software including the Sage 50 Quantum, Sage 50 Premium, Sage 50 Complete and Sage 50 Quantum Manufacturing products. (We also offer the Sage 50 perpetual license option for your software purchase. This is where you own your Sage 50 software and it is not a subscription!) View your Sage 50 purchasing and support opti.. ( Read More )

New Year's is Over ... Now What??

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

New Year's is Over ... Now What??
Hopefully you're getting close to finishing most of your year-end tasks such as W-2's, 1099's, physical inventory, tax preparation and year end reports so what now? Review what you learned through the year end process, take note of your lessons learned and then most importantly take action to make improvements! Did you have months of bank reconciliations to catch up on? Did you have to make large inventory adjustments? Did you have to chase vendors for W-9's? Did you have .. ( Read More )

It's ALL About Cash Flow!

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 13:45:06 GMT

It's ALL About Cash Flow!
Cash is King! I'm sure you've heard that over and over. When the economy has slowed down, credit is tight and your customer's are paying slower cash flow becomes the most important factor in your business. To assess your cash flow situation look at the Cash Flow Manager in Sage 50 (formerly Peachtree) located under Analysis on your top menu bar:The Cash Flow Manager gives you a powerful tool you can use to quickly grasp the state of your business's cash. It shows you the.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 Business Accounting Software In Louisiana

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

CBA is a Diamond Level Sage 50 (Peachtree) Certified Master Consultant offering the following services to our Louisiana customers: Sage 50 2016 (formerly Peachtree) accounting software including the Sage 50 Quantum, Sage 50 Premium, Sage 50 Complete and Sage 50 Quantum Manufacturing products. (We also offer the Sage 50 perpetual license option for your software purchase. This is where you own your Sage 50 software and it is not a subscription!) View your Sage 50 purchasing and support optio.. ( Read More )

How to Use Memorized Transactions

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 14:10:19 GMT

Save time by setting up memorized transactions for later use
By using Memorized Transactions you can enter and save common transactions for later use. The types of transactions Sage 50 (formerly Peachtree) can memorize and store includes customer quotes, sales invoices, purchase orders, payments, or General Journal entries. For example, you may want to repeat a general journal transaction previously used several times. Using memorized transactions can save time in repetitive data-entry tasks. You can access a memorized transaction or create a new one f.. ( Read More )

Sage 50 2013 Installation Tips

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 02 Aug 2012 13:36:52 GMT

Sage 50 2013 Installation Tips
Here are answers to a variety of questions we've had regarding the installation of Sage 50 2013 -- the #1 TIP - run a backup before you start the process! Does it matter which computer I upgrade first? Yes, ALWAYS install Sage 50 FIRST on the computer that will act as the server (the one that will store your Sage 50 company data files). After that the rest can be done simultaneously. Do I have to upgrade all the workstations at the same time? Yes, once you've upgraded the serv.. ( Read More )

Custom Forms (Quotes, Invoices, PO's, etc) are Slow to Print

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 09 Jul 2012 08:48:20 GMT

Custom Forms (Quotes, Invoices, PO's, etc) are Slow to Print
We often receive calls from customers that one or more of their forms are really slow loading and printing -- it's usually a quote, sales order, invoice, packing list or purchase order (all documents being sent outside of your facility) but others seem to work fine. Since these documents are being sent out to prospects, customers or vendors you want them to look nice and professional so it's common to add your company logo. It's a great thing to add your logo to these document.. ( Read More )

Business Intelligence Inventory Report Missing in Sage 50 2013??

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 27 Jun 2012 08:49:27 GMT

Business Intelligence Inventory Report Missing in Sage 50 2013??
In Sage 50 2013 there's a great new Business Intelligence Report added for Inventory Analysis but it's been brought to our attention that during some upgrade installations the new report isn't available under the Sage 50 2013 Business Intelligence Reports menu. If this has occurred do the following:1. Look up your datapath by looking under Maintain -> Company Information in the Directory field and write it down2. Activate your Business Intelligence under Reports & Forms -> .. ( Read More )

How can I easily compare monthly sales year over year for a specific item?

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 30 May 2012 09:30:18 GMT

How can I easily compare monthly sales year over year for a specific item?
In Sage Peachtree (now Sage 50 U.S. Edition) version 2011 the Inventory Management Center (IMC) was introduced and it's a powerful tool for getting quick information regarding the sales of an item. Within the IMC you can customize your view using the Customize this Page capability outlined below: and you have the option to insert the same window more than once -- this allows you to show the sales invoices for an item twice (side by side) with two different date range settings to get.. ( Read More )

How can I put a Disclaimer on a Sales Invoice?

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 14:14:45 GMT

How can I put a Disclaimer on a Sales Invoice?
There are a couple of options: 1) If you want it to be on every invoice then you can modify the invoice template and add a text box with your disclaimer. You do this under Reports & Forms -> Forms -> Invoices and Packing Lists you then select the invoice you want to start with and select the Customize button then select the Add->Text option. 2) If you only want it show up when certain items are sold then you can create a DISCLAIMER item in inventory with an Item Class of DESCRIPTION ONLY .. ( Read More )

Which Sage 50 "Flavor" is Right for Your Business?

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 18:03:45 GMT

Which Sage 50 "Flavor" is Right for Your Business?
Sage 50 (formerly Peachtree) has many features and capabilities which might add value for your company. It's important to assess your needs and select the appropriate "flavor" -- Pro, Complete, Premium, Manufacturing, Construction, Distribution, Nonprofit, Quantum or Quantum Manufacturing -- from the Sage 50 portfolio in order to meet your unique needs. If after reviewing the Features Comparison you'd like assistance determing the best product for your needs, would like to .. ( Read More )

Sage 50 (formerly Peachtree) 2013 Early Bird Savings!!!

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 22:16:06 GMT

Sage 50 (formerly Peachtree) 2013 Early Bird Savings!!!
Early Bird Upgrade Pricing on Sage 50 (formerly Peachtree) If you're currently running Sage Peachtree 2010 software this is the year you need to upgrade to be considered "current" and supported by Sage. If you're doing payroll in house, this is the year you MUST upgrade to 2013 to continue using the payroll tax service. Save now with the pre-release pricing below. Prices include your Sage 50 2013 software upgrade, Business Intelligence license and 12 months of unl.. ( Read More )

Sage Peachtree's New Sage 50 U.S. Edition Names

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 08:48:12 GMT

Sage Peachtree's New Sage 50 U.S. Edition Names
Sage Peachtree's New Sage 50 Names CURRENT NAME NEW NAME Sage Peachtree Sage 50 U.S. Edition Sage Peachtree First Accounting Sage 50 First Accounting Sage Peachtree Pro Accounting Sage 50 Pro Accounting Sage Peachtree Complete Accounting Sage 50 Complete Accounting Sage Peachtree Premium Accounting Sage 50 Premium Accounting Sage Peachtree Quantum .. ( Read More )

BI Report to Run 32 Financial Reports at Once

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 10:54:18 GMT

BI Report to Run 32 Financial Reports at Once
We just finished creating a Peachtree Business Intelligence (PBI) report for one our Sage 50 customers in Seattle, Washington. This Sage Intelligence report runs 32 financial reports from 16 different companies with the click of button! Previously our customer had to go into each of the 16 different Sage 50 (formerly Peachtree) companies and run a Balance Sheet and Income Statement which was very time consuming but now they can run one consolidated report and generate all 32 - 16 Balance She.. ( Read More )

April 2012 Sage Peachtree Payroll Solutions Update

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 09:46:33 GMT

April 2012 Sage Peachtree Payroll Solutions Update
The April 2012 Sage Peachtree Payroll Solutions Update will be released the afternoon of Thursday, March 22nd in the afternoon. This update includes changes for Florida, Puerto Rico and 1st quarter forms.CD subscribers should receive the CD by April 16th.

What Do Quote Approval and AR Collections Processes Have in Common?

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 12:11:03 GMT

Using Peachtree Workflow Automation
Quote review and approval and accounts receivable collections are both processes Sage Peachtree's Workflow Automation can help you manage more effectively. This powerful capability was introduced in Sage Peachtree Quantum 2010 but we still see it as an underutilized tool. Instead of using emails and notes outside of Peachtree you can automate the assignment of transactions for each step of your process and keep track of all related notes right inside of Peachtree and have them attached .. ( Read More )

How to Add Your GL Account Numbers to your Financial Statements

(Tim Hambsch) — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 14:58:16 GMT

How to Add Your GL Account Numbers to your Financial Statements
You can add the account numbers to your financial statements by going into Reports & Forms -> Financial Statements, selecting the report you want to add them to and then selecting the Design button from the top menu bar. Once in the design mode select Column Desc., right click and select properties. Once in the Column Description window select the Print box to have a new column printed on your financial statements, under Contents select Account ID from the dropdown and then add a Title i.. ( Read More )

When asked if team, product or market is most important?

(Tim Hambsch) — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 07:10:46 GMT

When asked if team, product or market is most important?
The right team is the most important if you're starting with a blank slate to build a company. The right team will guide the product selection and the marketing strategy and these aspects will require continual oversight -- it's not a one-time process because the market and the competitive products are always changing around you. Kris said she believes it's the marketing strategy and its implementation -- the right team would develop and EXECUTE the strategy. I capitalized EXECU.. ( Read More )

MISys Manufacturing Service Pack v5.0.0.5 Released

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 10:14:53 GMT

MISys Manufacturing Service Pack v5.0.0.5 Released
News for all of our MISys customers from Charlie Kimbell, VP, Sales & Marketing at MISysWe just released a service pack for MISys Manufacturing to fix some minor issues. The service pack, MISys Manufacturing v5.0.0.5, is now available for download when you log in to MISys Manufacturing. The development team at MISys continues to work on improving the MISys Manufacturing software. Typically, service packs are released every three to four months and new features are introduced annually. H.. ( Read More )

Can you Save 20% on your Credit Card Processing Fees?

(Tim Hambsch) — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 08:52:47 GMT

Can you Save 20% on your Credit Card Processing Fees?
Yes -- it might be possible!! Below is an actual Sage Payment Solutions quote we just provided for a Peachtree customer ... this is the amount saved on fees to the merchant services provider -- hard dollars!! This doesn't include the savings you also gain by having your credit card processing integrated with your accounting software -- eliminates double-entry and room for errors. Not using Peachtree but still want to save money -- we can provide savings regardless of what accounting so.. ( Read More )

4.2% Employee SS Tax Withholding Rate Extended

(Tim Hambsch) — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 16:29:52 GMT

4.2% Employee SS Tax Withholding Rate Extended
4.2% employee SS tax withholding rate extended. It is now scheduled to expire on December 31st, 2012; the employer rate of 6.2% remains unchanged.

The Risk of Changing Last Year's Accounting Data

(Tim Hambsch) — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 09:28:18 GMT

The Risk of Changing Last Year's Accounting Data
The Risk of Changing Last Year's Accounting Data Be careful about altering your company's accounting data after a tax year closes as the IRS may assume the entries are fraudulent or at a minimim inaccurate. The IRS has recently taken the position that during an audit it can issue a Summons for your company's original computer data files to examine your "meta data" (data embedded in your computer records that show when an entry was made or altered, and who made the .. ( Read More )

Turn your Cell Phone into a Mobile Payments Device

(Tim Hambsch) — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 14:39:19 GMT

Turn your Cell Phone into a Mobile Payments Device
Sage Mobile Payments offers small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) a low monthly fee, absolutely no incremental processing fees and an optional highly secure card reader that plugs into a mobile device's audio jack. End-to-end encryption from the card reader device to the application is now a requirement in the business community, and Sage Mobile is leading the way in meeting that demand.Your business will benefit from Sage Mobile Payments by opening up new sales opportunities while on-the.. ( Read More )

Sage Peachtree is Going Away in 2012??

(Tim Hambsch) — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 14:32:25 GMT

Sage Peachtree is becoming Sage 50 U.S. Edition
Yes, but only in name!! Sage Peachtree will become Sage 50 but it will be the same great software you've become accustomed to!! Sage announced their plans last July to move forward with a branding change that impacts many of their North American products, including Sage Peachtree (soon to be Sage 50). Sage's objective is to solidify their marketing efforts with a single brand presence and value proposition in North America. Sage has been communicating with us so we can support th.. ( Read More )