Gerald Hunt

About Gerald Hunt

After graduating from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Gerald joined KPMG (Formerly Thorne Riddell) as a Computer Accounting Customer Service representative. In this position, Gerald installed accounting systems in over 200 different small to medium sized companies over a 6 year span. In 1989, Gerald left KPMG to continue to work with small business clients in his own corporation installing computer accounting systems. While in this role, he was engaged by the DeVry Institute of Technology in Calgary to teach various courses. In time, Gerald moved up through the ranks of DeVry until he attained the position of Director of Finance for the Calgary Campus. He also acquired his Masters of Business Administration from City University of Seattle, Washington in 2001. Gerald’s career has always been focused on small business, accounting and education.

Self-Employed Tax Tips for Construction Contractors

With the intense physical labor and never-ending headaches, many construction workers would definitely appreciate a long day of rest away from the hustle and bustle of work. Sadly, we can’t lighten your construction work. However, at Padgett Business Services, we can help ease your tax reporting burden. Construction contractors are usually classified as sole proprietors in […]

By |September 15th, 2017|Small Business Tips|0 Comments

Managing Growth in Your Small Business – Four Common Pitfalls to Avoid

The growth phase of a small business is a very delicate time. Small business owners need to manage their growth very carefully to survive and thrive during that time. They need to avoid some common pitfalls.

If your startup business is lucky enough to be successful and reach the all-important growth phase, it is important to […]

By |August 15th, 2017|Small Business Tips|0 Comments

Expense Tracking Tips for Your Home Business

One of the greatest things about owning your own business is it puts you in control of your life. Instead of relying on the boss to give you a raise, you can create your own opportunities by landing new clients and cross-selling different products to your existing base of customers. This level of control is […]

By |July 15th, 2017|Small Business Tips|0 Comments

4 Risks When Starting a Small Business

Hundreds of new small businesses launch daily, with some going on to become big names such as Apple, Google, and Microsoft. However, most small businesses remain just that — an enterprise with a few employees. Only about half of all businesses with at least two employees survive after five years according to the Small Business […]

By |June 15th, 2017|Small Business Tips|0 Comments

10 Steps to Take When You are Incredibly Behind on Credit Card Payments

More and more Canadians are finding themselves in a bad financial picture because they have fallen behind on their credit card payments.  Although the natural response may be to bury your head in the sand and pretend the debts don’t exist, you can’t do that for long.  Here is what you can do if you […]

By |May 9th, 2017|Small Business Tips|0 Comments

3 Ways to Stretch Your Small Business Budget

Any small business owner can increase their profit if they follow a certain set of guiding principles.  If you are like many business owners, you have tight budget.  Does it really need to be that tight?

The answer is no. There are ways around paying more to get less. Here are three ways that you can […]

By |April 12th, 2017|Small Business Tips, SmallBiz Builder|0 Comments

Items and Slips Required for Personal Taxes

Are you ready for the tax season? Here is a convenient list of important documents you may need for tax preparation:

Slips

– Employment Income
– Employment Insurance Benefits
– Interest, Dividends, Mutual Funds
– Tuition / Education receipts
– Universal Child Care Benefit
– Old Age Security/CPP Benefits
– Other Pensions and Annuities
– […]

By |April 6th, 2017|Small Business Tips|0 Comments

What to Look for in a Business Credit Card

The decision to open a business credit card account is not a matter to take lightly. You should carefully weigh the pros and cons before making this decision for your business. The benefits associated with having access to capital when you need it, earning rewards points, and more often outweigh the cons associated with a […]

By |March 16th, 2017|Small Business Tips|0 Comments

Principle Residence Exemption

Did you sell your house in 2016? File a tax return and claim the principal residence exemption for the capital gains. Commencing with sales in the 2016 tax year, you must report basic information, such as the date of acquisition, the proceeds of disposition (the sale), and the address, on your income tax and benefit […]

By |February 27th, 2017|Tax Tips|0 Comments

How Small Business Owners Can Become Better Negotiators

Negotiations are an important part of being a small business owner. Even if both sides of the table are in accord, there is often a sticking point, something that can turn future negotiations sour. It’s much worse when you have to fight for what your company deserves. Negotiations aren’t something you should learn on the […]

By |February 15th, 2017|Small Business Tips|0 Comments