Running a fitness business is all fun and games until your accountant starts talking about income statements and balance sheet for gyms. Suddenly, you’re lost in terms that sound important but don’t make much sense. You probably know they’re key to understanding your business’s financial health, but they can still feel overwhelming. And it’s not […]
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Business Ownership Profitability
Buying a Gym Franchise? Here’s How to Get it Right and Avoid Costly Mistakes
Before buying a gym franchise, read this guide from The Fitness CPA and know what [...]
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Business Ownership Profitability
End of Year Financial Checklist for Gyms & Fitness Businesses
This end of year financial checklist for fitness businesses walks through simple steps to tidy [...]
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Profitability Starting Up
What Tennis Clubs Really Need From Their Accountant
Here's what tennis clubs really need from their accountant to know their business more and [...]
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Business Ownership
Top 4 Legal Documents That Should Be in Every Gym Owner’s Back Pocket
Having a solid legal foundation isn’t optional. It’s essential. Let’s walk through the four top [...]
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Profitability Taxes
How The New Tax Bill Will Affect Gym Owners
The 2025 tax bill just changed a handful of rules that hit your bottom line [...]
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From time to time, we make guest appearances over on the popular podcast, All Things Franchising, where we share our insights on gym franchising and the fitness industry as a whole. If you haven’t tuned in yet, All Things Franchising is hosted by Linda Ballesteros of Mpower Franchise Consulting, a consulting company that helps new […]
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How can you convert new members to go back to your gym? Our very own Fitness CPA owner, Eric Killian, gives a tip on how to help new customers build a healthy gym habit and his game-changing book recommendation.
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If you’re in the fitness industry, chances are you’ve offered a free introductory promotion to new members. Free class, free week, free month – you name it! And while this may be a popular tool to get people in the door, is it really the best approach to growing your business? At The Fitness CPA, […]
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Jun
Trainers and fitness coaches talk a lot about doing the “extra 1%”; a principle that when consistently applied, transforms seemingly small actions into noticeable progress. For those committed to fitness, the “extra 1%” could mean doing the extra rep, using your best form even when the instructor isn’t watching, or finishing the final 30 seconds […]
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Are you a fitness business owner? Then, you know that hiring instructors is a crucial decision. One of the key choices you’ll face is whether to classify them as employees or independent contractors. In this post, we’ll help you navigate this decision by exploring the factors you should consider, the risks involved, and when it’s suitable to use each option. Get ready to make an informed choice!
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Are you a fitness business owner? Then, you know that hiring instructors is a crucial decision. One of the key choices you’ll face is whether to classify them as employees or independent contractors. In this post, we’ll help you navigate this decision by exploring the factors you should consider, the risks involved, and when it’s suitable to use each option. Get ready to make an informed choice!
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Aug
Today’s guest post is by The Fitness CPA’s recommended human resources company, ERG HR. If you haven’t yet heard of ERG for fitness HR services, we strongly recommend you check them out! Most fitness business leaders don’t have the time or expertise to properly manage HR compliance. ERG created a simple framework that combines people […]
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NPE and The Fitness CPA join forces to help fitness businesses improve profitability and accelerate growth. Here at The Fitness CPA, we’re excited to announce that we’ve officially become a part of the NPE faculty. Are you familiar with the team over at NPE? If you aren’t yet, here’s your sign to check them […]