plus a tip for increasing revenue if needed.
by ed mendlowitz
question: are there any rules of thumb for a cpa firm’s overhead and salary costs?
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answer: the rosenberg survey has excellent metrics and is highly recommended. on a less scientific basis you can use as a general rule of thumb 1/3 for salaries, 1/3 overhead, 1/3 partners salary.
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