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Helping You Create, Build & Love Your Business!

It’s time to feel confident in your business finances—without the stress.

As a business owner, you wear a lot of hats, but managing your finances shouldn’t have to be one of them.

If you’re unsure which services are actually profitable, how much you owe in quarterly taxes, or what you can realistically pay yourself each month, it’s tough to plan for long-term success. Let’s change that.

Helping you Create, Build & Love Your Business!

Smart, stress-free bookkeeping for driven entrepreneurs.

It’s time to feel confident in your business finances—without the stress.

As a business owner, you wear a lot of hats, but managing your finances shouldn’t have to be one of them.

If you’re unsure which services are actually profitable, how much you owe in quarterly taxes, or what you can realistically pay yourself each month, it’s tough to plan for long-term success. Let’s change that.

Our Services

Monthly Bookkeeping

Imagine a world where your passion fuels your business, and the tedious tasks are left in the capable hands of experts who thrive on the numbers you dread. At Creative Balance Bookkeeping LLC, we transform chaos into clarity, allowing you to devote your energy to what ignites your creativity.   

Catch Up or Clean Up

Need help with catch-up bookkeeping services? You’re not alone. 25% of business owners are behind on their books. Whether you’re behind a few months or a few years, I will bring your financials up to date so you can worry less about the past and spend more time thinking about the future.

New Business

Streamline your business with an expert accounting software setup! We’ll customize the perfect solution to meet your needs, ensuring a smooth start and ongoing success. Simplify your finances, save time, and focus on growing your business—leave the setup to us!

DIY & DO IT WITH YOU

For business owners who want to do their own books—with expert support in their back pocket. Take charge of your finances without the stress! Our DIY Bookkeeping Support Package gives you the structure, tools, and monthly check-ins you need to stay on top of your books confidently. Perfect for solopreneurs and creatives who like control, but don’t want to go it alone.

Notary Services In-person and remote options

Conveniently located in Garner, NC, I have in-office availability for your notary document needs. Can’t make it into the office? No worries – we’ve got you covered with mobile notary service options

General notarizations involve engaging with the local community to certify important federal and official documents, excluding real estate transactions.

TYPES OF BUSINESSES WE SERVE

  • Small Architectural Firms
  • Landscape Architects

  • Small MEP Engineering Firms

  • Civil Engineers
  • Interior Designers

  • Marketing Agencies

  • Management Consultancies

  • Graphic Design Firms

  • Event Planning Firms

  • Playground Design Firms

  • Production Houses

  • Creative Agencies

  • Online Retailers

  • Brick & Mortar Retailers

  • Service Businesses

  • Construction

  • Dog Walking/Pet Sitting

  • Health & Wellness

  • Personal Trainers
  • Wedding/Event Planning

  • Photography

  • Jewelry Design

  • Floral Design

  • Product Design

  • Web Design

  • Video Production

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