It’s the most wonderful time of the year, right? Sure, sort of. At the end of the year, charitable donations soar, as individuals scramble to get them in before the end of the tax season. Sure, it feels good to give (really, you should do this. Giving is its own reward.) it doesn’t hurt that in year’s past you’d also get a big fat deduction for doing the right thing.
‘Tis the Season: How the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Changes the Deductions for Charitable Giving
Dec 26, 2018 12:23:00 PM / by Lee Goudzwaard-Vaught posted in taxes, resources, quick tip
How to Increase Average Repair Order for Your Shop [Quick Tip]
Jun 9, 2016 8:17:00 AM / by Brian Paulson posted in quick tip, auto repair shop accounting
Average Repair Order (ARO) is one of the most important indicators of a healthy and profitable automotive repair shop. Increasing and maintaining higher ARO allows your staff to work efficiently while making the shop more money in the process.
Do I Need a Higher Car Count or Higher ARO? [Quick Tip]
Jun 2, 2016 8:22:00 AM / by Brian Paulson posted in quick tip, auto repair shop accounting
When it comes to running a profitable auto repair shop, successful owners recognize the balancing act between maintaining a proper car count and maximizing the average repair order (ARO) dollars.
The best-run shops know their break-even point: the number of cars needed on a weekly basis multiplied by the average dollar per job that will earn enough gross profit to cover operating costs and expenses.
Low Labor Rates are Hurting Your Automotive Repair Business [Quick Tip]
May 26, 2016 8:22:00 AM / by Brian Paulson posted in quick tip, auto repair shop accounting
There’s a common misconception among automotive repair shop owners regarding labor rates. Some owners feel they need to offer labor rates under the local market average to attract and retain customers, and they’ve been targeting low rates for years based on the competition. This mentality can drastically affect your profits.
What are Ideal Hours of Operation for Automotive Repair Shops? [Quick Tip]
May 19, 2016 8:11:26 AM / by Brian Paulson posted in quick tip, auto repair shop accounting
Is your shop only open during normal business hours, say from 8am to 5pm? If so, you may be leaving money on the table.
Profitable repair shops capitalize on the demand for early morning and evening hours on both ends of the traditional workday because customers don’t want to (or can’t) take time out of their regular working hours to drop off or pick up their vehicle.