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Practical answers on delegation, virtual assistants, bookkeeping and hiring for owners who are doing too much.
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- What Do VA Companies Actually Charge? Published Prices, Oct 2026As of October 2026, published U.S. virtual assistant plans run from about $36 to $39 an hour at Time Etc to $65 an hour at Boldly. Athena lists $3,000 a month for a full-time assistant. BELAY gives a typical range of $1,200 to $3,000 a month. Wing lists offshore part-time help at $699 a month for 80 hours.Oct 28, 2026
- How Long Does It Take to Hire an Office Manager?SHRM's 2026 benchmarking puts median time to fill a nonexecutive position at 39 calendar days. An office manager search follows five steps: needs, job design, sourcing, vetting and final selection. Peachtree VA says clients save an average of 42 days in vetting. Your own timeline depends on the role and market.Oct 25, 2026
- After Bench: 8 Questions to Ask Any Online BookkeeperBench, an online accounting startup, shut down abruptly on December 27, 2024, and TechCrunch reported on December 30 that thousands of customers were locked out of their accounts. Before you hire any online bookkeeper, ask who owns your books, how you export them and what happens if the firm closes.Oct 22, 2026
- AI, VA or You? A 20-Task Audit for Business OwnersGive AI the repeatable, low-risk drafting and sorting tasks. Give a virtual assistant the work that needs judgment, follow-through and human contact. Keep for yourself the decisions, relationships and promises only you can make. This 20-task audit shows which bucket each common task fits.Oct 19, 2026
- Why Your Books Should Close by the Fifth Business DayA fifth-business-day close means the prior month's books are reconciled and financial statements reach you within about a week of the month ending. Peachtree VA aims for that target. It matters because you decide on fresh numbers, not stale ones, and your CPA gets clean records.Oct 16, 2026
- Catch-Up Bookkeeping: What It Costs by Months BehindOne published guide puts catch-up bookkeeping at about $300 to $500 for 1 to 3 months behind, $500 to $1,500 for 4 to 6 months, $1,500 to $3,500 for 7 to 12 months, and $3,500 to $8,000 or more beyond a year. Your quote depends on accounts, transactions and data quality.Oct 13, 2026
- What to Do With Unused Virtual Assistant HoursPeachtree VA hours do not roll over to the next month and have to be used. The fix is an evergreen project: a long-term task your assistant works on whenever extra hours appear. Track hours each month, then adjust your package if the gap repeats. Other providers handle rollover differently, so compare.Oct 10, 2026
- From Chaos to Clockwork: Simplifying Complex TasksYou cannot hand off what only exists in your head. Checklists are a form of business process documentation that turns complex tasks into delegatable processes.Oct 9, 2026
- What Can a Virtual Assistant Do in 25 Hours a Month?Twenty-five hours a month is about six hours a week. That is enough for one assistant to run your calendar, triage your inbox and move one small project forward. This hours budget is an illustrative planning example, not a result. Your own split depends on your tasks.Oct 7, 2026
- 1099 or W-2? What the Contractor Model Means for Your VAA 1099 virtual assistant is an independent contractor who runs their own business and sets how the work gets done. A W-2 assistant is an employee of a company that withholds taxes and pays benefits. The IRS looks at control, finances and the type of relationship. Confirm your case with a CPA or attorney.Oct 4, 2026
- U.S.-Based vs Offshore Virtual Assistants: What You TradeA U.S.-based virtual assistant costs more per hour but works your business hours, speaks your market's English and falls under U.S. law. Offshore assistants often cost far less and can cover odd hours. The better choice depends on how much client contact, judgment and time-zone overlap the work needs.Oct 1, 2026
- The Delegation Advantage: Free Up Your Headspace for Strategy & GrowthThe importance of delegation isn't just about clearing your plate. It's about protecting your mental capacity for the things only you can do. Here's what the research says and where to start.Sep 25, 2026
- Selling a Business Checklist: What a Virtual Assistant Takes Off Your PlatePreparing a business for sale creates a second full-time job you can’t hand to your own team. Here's the checklist of what to hand off to a virtual assistant so you can focus on what only you can do.Sep 11, 2026
- What a Virtual Executive Assistant Really Does for a Growing BusinessThinking about hiring a virtual executive assistant? Here's what the role really covers, what it costs, and why judgment still beats automation.Aug 28, 2026
- Why Delegation Feels Impossible for Small Business Owners (and What Actually Helps)Our CEO still struggles to delegate, and he runs a staffing company. Why delegation skills take practice, and how to build them one handoff at a time.Aug 14, 2026
- From Chaos to Clockwork: Setting & Tracking Business GoalsIf you’re ready to achieve your business goals, the right support can help you get there. Schedule a no-obligation consultation with Peachtree VA to learn more about how a virtual assistant can help!Jul 24, 2026
- From Chaos to Clockwork: SOPs & Employee HandbooksThis article is part two of a multi-part excerpt from our latest downloadable guide, From Chaos to Clockwork: A Peachtree VA Implementation Guide.Jul 10, 2026
- 6 Bookkeeping Tips Every Business Owner Should KnowReid Yearwood, Director of Finance at Peachtree VA, recently hosted an info session walking through six foundational bookkeeping tips that make a real difference in the accuracy and clarity of your financial records.Jun 26, 2026
- Why Summer Is the Best Time to Hire Flexible Business SupportWhy invest in help during a slower season? But in reality, that’s often the exact moment businesses should be preparing for growth and invest in flexible business support.Jun 12, 2026
- From Chaos to Clockwork: Employee Onboarding 101A structured, welcoming onboarding experience signals that you value them. A chaotic or indifferent one plants seeds of doubt that are hard to uproot.May 29, 2026
- 5 Ways Coaches & Consultants Can Elevate Client Relationships with a Virtual AssistantYou can't scale a service-based business by doing everything yourself. Many successful coaches and consultants have turned to Peachtree VA and discovered the strategic advantage of partnering with a virtual assistant (VA).May 15, 2026
- AI v.s. VA? What’s Best for Your Business?Here's an honest breakdown of AI’s advantages, limitations, and risks compared to the capabilities of a premier virtual assistant (VA).Apr 24, 2026
- 5 Common Pitfalls When Working with a Virtual AssistantThe difference between a virtual assistant that transforms your business and one that leaves you frustrated often comes down to a handful of avoidable mistakes made before the contract is ever signed.Apr 10, 2026
- Update Your Tech Stack with These Online ToolsAt Peachtree VA, we've partnered with leading digital solutions in the operation and automation space.Mar 27, 2026
- Save Time and Stress During Tax Season with a Peachtree BookkeeperIt’s that time of year again. Tax season crept up on you, and now you’re scrambling to get everything in order, even though you told yourself last year thatMar 13, 2026
- How You Can Save Time with an AI-Enhanced Virtual AssistantLet's break down what AI can (and can't) do, how to use it strategically, and why partnering with an AI-enhanced virtual assistant makes all the difference.Feb 27, 2026
- Why Virtual Teams Don’t Fail - Integration DoesHere's the truth most business owners need to hear: virtual teams don't fail because they're remote. They fail because of poor integration.Feb 13, 2026
- 5 Reasons to Hire a US-Based Virtual AssistantLet’s explore why US-based virtual assistants (VAs) consistently outpace their offshore counterparts.Jan 30, 2026
- The Work-Life Balance Myth | What Entrepreneurs Actually NeedHere's the truth most entrepreneurs eventually discover: work-life balance is a myth. Not because you're doing it wrong, but because the entire concept doesn't fit how entrepreneurship actually works.Jan 16, 2026
- How to Overcome the 10 Most Common Operational Pain PointsPeachtree VA worked with Nerd Hat Solutions to help you identify what operations support you need and when to get it, so you can focus on what you do best.Jan 2, 2026
- 5 Ways Virtual Assistants Help Nonprofits Scale Without Scaling CostsThe nonprofits that thrive aren't necessarily those with the largest budgets. They're the ones that build efficient operations, leverage talent strategically, and create space for key team members to focus on high-impact work.Dec 5, 2025
- Scaling Your Business Through Operations SupportPeachtree VA worked alongside Nerd Hat Solutions to help you identify what kind of operations support you need and when to get it, so you can finally focus on growing your business.Nov 21, 2025
- Why Military Spouses Are Finding Career Fulfillment as Peachtree Virtual Assistants21% of military spouses face unemployment-that’s six times the national average. Talented professionals face an almost impossible task: maintaining career continuity while relocating every 2 to 4 years.Nov 7, 2025
- Peachtree Bookkeeping FAQ: Everything Small Businesses Need to KnowLet's explore the questions we often hear regarding Peachtree Bookkeeping services and how the right partnership transforms financial management from a source of stress into a strategic advantage.Oct 24, 2025
- Your Business Operations Reality CheckPeachtree VA worked alongside Nerd Hat Solutions to help you identify what kind of operations help you need and when to get it, so you can finally focus on what you do best: growing your business.Oct 10, 2025
- Connecting Families with Personal Assistant & Bookkeeping Support | Peachtree VABusy families deserve the same level of professional support that successful businesses enjoy. Whether through a dedicated virtual personal assistant or family bookkeeping services.Sep 26, 2025
- FAQ: Virtual Assistant Careers at Peachtree VAAt Peachtree VA, you'll find meaningful contract virtual assistant work that challenges you professionally while offering the flexibility and independence you're seeking.Sep 12, 2025
- Virtual Assistant vs. Bookkeeper: Who Does Your Business Need?Should you hire a Virtual Executive Assistant (VA) for administrative financial tasks, or do you need a dedicated Bookkeeper for more comprehensive financial management?Aug 29, 2025
- Peachtree VA FAQ: Answering Your Most Asked QuestionsHave questions? We have the answers! Our Peachtree VA FAQ answers your most asked questions about virtual assistant support.Aug 15, 2025
- Small Business Spotlight: Empowering Leaders Through Strategic Vision - Springboard StrategyJoin us as we explore how entrepreneurs are creating lasting impact and how Peachtree VA is helping small business owners amplify their efforts.Aug 1, 2025
- 7 Tips for a Successful Partnership with Your Virtual AssistantWhether you're hiring your first Peachtree virtual assistant or looking to optimize your current virtual team, these strategies will help you build a partnership that delivers immediate results and long-term success.Jul 25, 2025
- Mastering Month-End: Small Business Bookkeeping Simplified in 7 StepsThis guide will walk you through the essential steps and show you how professional bookkeeping services can revolutionize your business’s financial clarity.Jul 18, 2025
- Stability & Flexibility: How Peachtree VA gives Virtual Assistants BothRead on to find out more about our virtual assistant careers and why so many contractors have found sustainable and fulfilling work with Peachtree VA.Jul 11, 2025
- Small Business Spotlight: Your Digital Transformation Partner-Kate Creative MediaIn our Small Business Spotlight series, we're excited to introduce you to remarkable business leaders who are making waves in their respective fields. Join us as we explore how entrepreneurs are creating lasting impact and how Peachtree VA is helping them amplify their efforts.Jul 4, 2025
- Lead with Confidence: Identify & Leverage Your Leadership Style - Part 2This guide will help you identify your leadership style and learn how to leverage its strengths while mitigating potential challenges.Jun 27, 2025
- Lead with Confidence: Identify & Leverage Your Leadership Style - Part 1This guide will help you identify your leadership style and learn how to leverage its strengths while mitigating potential challenges.Jun 20, 2025
- Is Virtual Assistant Work Right for You? Real VAs Share Their ExperienceOn the fence about becoming a contract virtual assistant? Here's what professionals in the industry actually think.Jun 13, 2025
- Update Your Tech Stack with These Online ToolsAt Peachtree VA, we believe in equipping our clients with the best tools to add to their tech stack to drive success. That's why we've partnered* with leading digital solutions in the marketing space.Jun 6, 2025
- 10 Tasks You Should Delegate to a Virtual Personal AssistantNot sure what to delegate to a virtual assistant? Ten tasks to hand off, split into quick wins you can delegate today and strategic work that scales your business.May 30, 2025
- 5 Costly Bookkeeping Blunders That Are Silently Draining Your Business82% of small businesses fail due to poor cash flow management and financial oversight. Let's explore the most common bookkeeping blunders that might be silently draining your business.May 23, 2025
- Strategic Beginnings: The Peachtree VA Method for Onboarding Excellence - Part 2Organizations that lack a formal onboarding process report lower productivity (16%) and higher employee turnover (12%). That’s why we created the Peachtree VA Comprehensive Onboarding Guide!May 16, 2025
- Strategic Beginnings: The Peachtree VA Method for Onboarding Excellence - Part 1Organizations that lack a formal onboarding process report lower productivity (16%) and higher employee turnover (12%). That’s why we created the Peachtree VA Comprehensive Onboarding Guide!May 9, 2025
- Mastering AI Prompt Engineering + Example PromptsRead on to learn more about AI prompt engineering techniques and examples of prompts to try for yourself!May 2, 2025
- The Art of Letting Go: How to Delegate Tasks as a Small Business OwnerLearning how to delegate tasks is the skill that unlocks growth. A practical guide for small business owners on what to hand off, what to keep, and how to start.Apr 25, 2025
- The Art of Letting Go: How to Delegate Tasks as a Small Business OwnerLearning how to delegate tasks is the skill that unlocks growth. A practical guide for small business owners on what to hand off, what to keep, and how to start.Apr 25, 2025
- Celebrating Excellence: What Our Clients Say About Peachtree Virtual AssistantsAssistants Appreciation Day (4/23) is rapidly approaching, and we want to take a moment to celebrate the incredible individuals who make our business possible: our talented team of Peachtree Virtual Assistants.Apr 18, 2025
- AI: A Virtual Assistant’s Virtual AssistantThe partnership between virtual assistants and AI tools creates remarkable opportunities for efficiency and service excellence.Apr 11, 2025
- Smart IT Management for Small Business: Part 2This article is part two of an excerpt from our latest downloadable guide, Peachtree VA x Pickard Solutions: Smart IT Management for Small Business. Read partApr 4, 2025
- Smart IT Management for Small Business: Part 1This article is part one of a two-part excerpt from our latest downloadable guide, Peachtree VA x Pickard Solutions: Smart IT Management for Small Business.Mar 28, 2025
- Update your TechStack with these Online ToolsAt Peachtree VA, we believe in equipping our clients with the best tools to streamline their operations and drive success.Mar 21, 2025
- A New Chapter in Legal Staffing SolutionsThis strategic partnership combines Woven Legal's expertise in fractional legal staffing with The Emerald Group's proven track record of driving revenue growth and operational excellence.Mar 14, 2025
- The Power of Personal Assistance: Beyond the Business WorldPersonal assistance isn't just about managing tasks - it's about creating space for what matters most: family, personal growth, and peace of mind.Feb 28, 2025
- Are You Busy or Productive? A Guide for Working Smarter, Not HarderAre you busy or productive? Let's explore the key differences between being busy and being productive and learn how to shift from one to the other.Feb 21, 2025
- The Achievement Guardian: Your Partner in Operations ExcellenceMeet Briana, our Achievement Guardian. Our Achievement Guardians don't just manage tasks - they transform your business operations.Feb 17, 2025
- The Rapport Builder: Elevating Your Customer ServiceMeet Alex, our Rapport Builder and a key member of our elite team of customer service-savvy virtual assistants.Feb 7, 2025
- The Reach Ranger: Your Guide to Social Media SuccessBetween crafting engaging content, staying on top of platform changes, and maintaining a consistent posting schedule, social media management can feel like a full-time job - because it is.Jan 31, 2025
- Meet the Structure Sage: How an Administrative VA Transforms Business Chaos into OrderMany business leaders find themselves drowning in administrative tasks, preventing them from focusing on what truly matters - growing their business.Jan 24, 2025
- When is the Right Time to Hire a Virtual Assistant?If you are unsure whether hiring a virtual assistant is the best choice for you, Peachtree VA Business Development Director Darleen Priday shares her expertise on this crucial decision point for businesses.Jan 17, 2025
- Client Spotlight: Empowering Second Chances - The Clean Slate Initiative and Florida Rights Restoration CoalitionAt Peachtree VA, we believe in the power of purpose-driven organizations to change the world. That’s why we’re proud to support a diverse range of nonprofitsJan 3, 2025
- The Time Management Playbook: Strategies for Work-Life BalanceThis article is part two of a two-part excerpt from our latest downloadable guide, The Time Management Playbook: Building Success Hour by Hour. Article 1 canDec 2, 2024
- The Time Management Playbook: Time Tracking and Goal SettingThis article is part one of a two-part excerpt from our latest downloadable guide, The Time Management Playbook: Building Success Hour by Hour.Nov 1, 2024
- 4 Sales Lessons from Peachtree VA Business Development Director, Darleen PridayMany misconceptions and stereotypes about sales are floating around, and we’re here to clear the air. If you’re looking for practical tips to elevate yourOct 7, 2024
- Take Control of Your Books: Introducing Peachtree VA’s Bookkeeping ServicesBookkeeping is the backbone of any successful business, providing crucial insights into your financial health and informing key decisions. Yet, for manySep 23, 2024
- Virtual vs. In-House Assistants: Which is Right for You?Over two-thirds of US business owners have hired a virtual assistant since 2021. However, some companies may benefit more from having an in-house assistant.Sep 13, 2024
- Peachtree VA Secures a Spot on Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private CompaniesInc. revealed this week that Peachtree VA and the Emerald Group Consultants made the 2024 Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America.Aug 28, 2024
- Productivity: How to Get It and Keep It.Have you ever looked up, and proclaimed “Where did this day go?” Or looked up and wondered “I can’t believe it’s August already, it seems like we justAug 1, 2024
- Community Connect Event: How to Utilize Digital Media for Your BusinessCommunity Connect Event: How to Utilize Digital Media for Your Business Peachtree VA organized a community event to empower businesses to enhance theirJul 5, 2024
- Q&A with John McKenna - CEO, Owner Peachtree Virtual AssistantsWhat inspired you to start a business? Do you still feel the same way? I cannot say that I ever had any life changing epiphany to start a business, but it wasJul 1, 2024
- How to Successfully Communicate InternallyCommunication has often been called the oxygen for any organization. Yet a shocking number of business leaders are poor communicators to the detriment ofMay 1, 2024
- Scaling Your Business? Virtual Assistants Can Be Instrumental in Getting You ThereMany that have moved from corporate America into starting and running their own businesses have come up against how TOUGH it can be. The flip side is thatApr 1, 2024
- Your Company’s Values and How Your Peachtree Va Can Help You Maximize Them for Impact. (PART 2 of 2)Please schedule your no obligation phone call with our Director of Business Development to learn more.Mar 1, 2024
- Your Company’s Values and How Your Peachtree VA Can Help You Maximize Them for Impact. (PART 1 of 2)How well known, and how strongly embraced are your company’s values, visions, and goals? If you’re thinking about an answer to that question, it’s likely thatFeb 1, 2024
- Happy New Year! The Business Resolution Edition.Happy New Year! The Business Resolution Edition.Jan 1, 2024
- Why Choose to be a Virtual AssistantThere are many advantages and benefits to becoming a Virtual Assistant. Please find below some commonly cited reasons for taking the plunge.Nov 1, 2023
- What “Not to Do” to Ensure You and Your Business are SuccessfulAn Imperfect World No person or business concern is capable of perfection. Mistakes, missteps, less than stellar decision making? Well, they’re inevitable. WeOct 1, 2023
- Is it Time for a Peachtree Virtual Assistant?Preparing to Hire a Peachtree Virtual Assistant There comes a time in the life of a business when it makes sense to begin delegating the tasks you can, soSep 1, 2023
- Will Artificial Intelligence Replace Virtual Assistants?There has been a lot of talk and speculation about AI of late.Aug 1, 2023
- The Compelling, Undeniable Reasons to Engage a Peachtree Virtual AssistantLast month’s blog provided five reasons that engagement with Peachtree VA’s makes great sense. This month, FIVE MORE.Jul 1, 2023
- The Compelling, Undeniable Reasons to Hire a Peachtree Virtual AssistantIn 1965, John Lennon wrote the song HELP as a cry for assistance. He was in the most commercially successful musical group on Planet Earth at the time. ThereJun 1, 2023
- How to be Your Most Productive.As an entrepreneur, solopreneur, or small business owner it’s sometimes difficult to see the forest for the trees. We talk to dozens of people who areMay 15, 2023
- Peachtree’s Pick: Making Headlines with Virtual AssistantsWe’re thrilled to share that Peachtree Versatile Assistants has been featured in two news articles recently, just as CEO John McKenna celebrates his 1 year ofApr 13, 2023
- Why Remote and Virtual Workers are Here to StayThe workplace has evolved. We can trace the wholesale shift to remote and hybrid work to the onset of COVID in early 2020. According to the Census DepartmentApr 1, 2023
- Follow the Leader: The Delegating Leadership StyleAs a leader, would you consider yourself a delegator?Mar 1, 2023
- Finding Your Zone of GeniusHave you seen the new Verizon commercials with Emmy, Golden Globe, Screen Actors Guild, and Academy Award winning actor Paul Giamatti as Einstein? ClearlyFeb 1, 2023
- How to Set Little Goals to Achieve Big ThingsIt’s New Year’s Resolution time. Each new year, millions of people set resolutions and, with very good intentions, start strong. Unfortunately, in an overwhelmingJan 4, 2023
- Preparing Your Business to Thrive in 2023Holiday parties, vacation days and family time can feel like a full-time job during the month of December. While it’s important to make room for friendsDec 14, 2022
- Practicing the Art of Gratitude in the WorkplaceNovember Is National Gratitude Month. We Know More About Gratitude Than Ever Before, Most Interestingly That Gratitude Improves Physical And Mental WellnessNov 2, 2022
- Finish Strong. Send Your Fourth Quarter Out with a BangDo not miss out on fourth quarter opportunities to accomplish or surpass your annual goals. By doubling down on your efforts and thinking of the Q4 as aOct 3, 2022
- Time Is Money.Sure it’s an aphorism…but an incredibly accurate one that has withstood the test of time. Penned by Benjamin Franklin in an essay published in 1748, time isSep 14, 2022
- Meet CEO, John McKennaNew ways of expansion and growth are always on the horizon for John McKenna, founder of the Emerald Group and owner of the newly acquired Peachtree VersatileAug 2, 2022
- How To Avoid Small Business BurnoutYou’re Hustling. You’re Doing About 10 People’s Jobs In One Daily, As You Work To Grow And Scale Your Business. When You’re Not Working, You’re Working.Jul 13, 2022
- Is Your Business Growing?Let’s Start With The Great News: Your Small Business Is Growing! The Bad News? You Might Be Your Own Bottleneck. Your time and energy are precious resources.Jul 1, 2022
- June Is Professional Wellness MonthJune welcomes many things each year. School is out, summer officially starts in June, pool weather arrives, and vacation bags are packed. June is alsoJun 2, 2022
- 3 Ways to Promote Engagement in Your Remote BusinessRemote work is looking like the new norm for many businesses, and we couldn’t be more thrilled about it! Peachtree VA has been 100% virtual since launching inMay 9, 2022
- The Value of Incorporating a Virtual Assistant in Your BusinessHave you been considering incorporating a virtual assistant into your business, but you’re not sure if it’s right for you? We get it. There is a lot toApr 20, 2022
- 5 Small Business Tools You Should Know AboutRunning a small business requires a LOT. Entrepreneurs are never short on grit, patience, determination, and heart - but many are lacking systems, processesMar 10, 2022
- Maintain Productivity in 2022: 5 Simple Strategies2022 is underway and we haven’t run into one business owner who isn’t insanely busy! It’s easy to start the new year with all the best intentions, but whenFeb 23, 2022
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