Online Bookkeeping 101
EARN 6 CEUs!
Interior design is a financially complex business.
And, as a fellow designer, I can tell you how important it is to know your numbers from the start. This is not a ‘nice to have’. It’s a must.
If you’re in the first phase of your business and you feel like your books aren’t quite locked down…this course will change everything. I’ll take you through a 6-step process that is perfect for new business owners or anyone feeling overwhelmed by the numbers.
Join me as I help you gain knowledge and confidence in your bookkeeping. Stop fearing your finances and put systems in place to guide your business toward greater profit. Interested? Sign up for LuAnn’s updates and early bird pricing!
A 5-Step Introduction to QuickBooks
Setting Up Your Systems
Who should be on your financial team? What are the financial roles and responsibilities within your business? Plus: Account setup basics and selecting a bookkeeping software.
Thurs. January 23rd at 12:30pm ET
Chart of Accounts
How should you set up your chart of accounts? How is it used for internal and tax reporting?
Thurs. January 30th at 12:30pm ET
Gathering Data and Using it to Your Advantage
What are the best practices for your product list? How can you track for easy 1099 reporting? Plus: Understanding and using client lists, nested clients, vendor lists, and more.
Thurs. February 6th at 12:30pm ET
Work Flow
Kathleen’s guide to purchase orders, bills, expenses, estimates, and invoices—all specific to the complex world of interior design.
Thurs. February 13th at 12:30pm ET
Your Numbers at a Glance
A designer’s walkthrough of profit and loss, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and how to dive deeper. Plus: How to recognize red flags.
Thurs. February 20th at 12:30pm ET
What were your biggest, business-changing a-ha moments? How are you taking action? Join LuAnn in picking up insights from every course and every department!
Tues. March 18th at 12:00pm ET
Kathleen Anderson is a designer and entrepreneur delivering full-service interiors, design-build projects, window treatments, and more. With a BA in Interior Design and a Masters Degree in Architecture, she knows first-hand that business knowledge is what completes the trifecta needed to build and run a successful design firm.
Step up and own your finances.
There is no substitute for the confidence that comes from truly knowing your numbers. Bookkeeping doesn’t have to be blindly outsourced.
Knowing what is happening in your books is empowering and 100% necessary—for a newer business and as you grow.
- Stop feeling like bookkeeping is something mysterious that you will never understand—we’ll skip the jargon and put it all in straightforward, design-specific terms
- Feel comfortable and confident that things aren’t happening in the financial side of your business without your knowledge (because we’ve all heard at least one horror story)
- Know how to gut-check your financials and where to quickly check when things seem off
- And much more…
Ready to create a strong foundation for your finances? To get the best possible systems in place—right from the beginning?
What's Included?
LIVE VIDEO COACHING CALLS WITH 5 SPECIFIC TOPICS: 5 weeks of 1 hour and 15 minute live zoom video coaching with 1 hour of your instructor teaching and 15 minutes of live Q&A.
PRIVATE CONVERSATION BOARDS FOR EVERYONE IN THE COURSE: Sometimes we need to try something or think about it further...and then we look for clarification. This group is for collaboration, victories and trouble-shooting. Your instructor, LuAnn, and your peers will deepen your understanding of the content.
FREE RECORDED CLASSES FOR 90 DAYS: Can’t make one of the classes? No problem! Recordings will be available the next day—just log in to your account at luannnigara.com to access them. We’ll also send you clear instructions on how to view them. Your recordings are available free for 90 days after your last class. If you’d like unlimited access, you can purchase Lifetime Recording Access for $75 when you register or at any time during your 90-day window.
Online Bookkeeping 101
Returning Fall 2025
Visit luannuniversity.com for updates on the upcoming semester!
FAQs
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Where do we meet? How long are the meetings?
We meet each week via livestream. Expect an email with instructions a few days before your class begins.
Each meeting is one hour and fifteen minutes of live coaching with a combination of dynamic teaching (expect tons of real-world examples!) and live Q&A. -
This sounds amazing, but what if I'm not satisfied?
No worries. If you're not delighted, then LuAnn and your instructor would definitely like to hear from you! Reach out within ten days of the last meeting.
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I can't make one of those dates! What should I do?
No problem! Recordings of each class will be available the next day, so you won’t miss a thing. However, keep in mind that your access to these recordings is free for 90 days after your last class. After that, access will be removed unless you purchase Lifetime Recording Access for $75, which ensures your recordings never expire. You can add this option when you register or later if you need more time.
And don’t forget about the Conversation Boards! Your instructor will be there each week for extra Q&A and to help you deepen your understanding. So even if you’re in a different time zone, you can still sign up and get the full value out of this course. -
What happens when my recordings expire?
Once the 90-day access period ends, your recordings will no longer be available—unless you’ve purchased Lifetime Recording Access. You can add Lifetime Recording Access to your cart when you register—this means your recordings never expire. If you decide later, don’t worry! We’ll remind you when your 90-day window is about to close, giving you another chance to keep them for life.
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Tell me more about the Conversation Boards...
Your instructor will be checking in on your Conversation Board at least a few times a week to answer any questions that you post. You will also be able to interact with your classmates, continue discussions from your sessions, and share wins as you put your new-found skills into practice.
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Can I earn CEUs from this course? How does it work?
Yes! To receive CEUs, you will need to attend all live sessions. Each week, please enter your name and IDCEC unique identification learner number in the Zoom chat to confirm your participation. At the conclusion of the final session, we will provide a QR code issued by the IDCEC—this code is necessary to claim your six CEU credits. Note that CEUs are awarded only after completing the full course, not for individual sessions.
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What are the dates and times of the course meetings?
We meet on Thursdays for five weeks at 12:30pm ET.
Both Kathleen and the other participants in the course provided so many good learning opportunities...this allowed for excellent questions that I would not have otherwise thought of on my own. "