Tom Hardej

Tom Hardej

Freelance Writer and Editor

Tom Hardej is a seasoned and versatile writer and editor with editorial, publishing, and content management experience across B2C and B2B audiences within finance, e-commerce, technology, education, and health care.

Education
BA from Boston College

Articles by Tom Hardej

Billable expense income: Definition, examples, and how to track

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Billable expense income: Definition, examples, and how to track
Billable expense income is client reimbursement for costs paid on their behalf—pass-through revenue recorded to offset the original expense.
IRS receipt requirements: What to keep and for how long

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IRS receipt requirements: What to keep and for how long
Stay IRS-compliant and maximize deductions with proper receipt management. Learn IRS receipt requirements and best practices to keep your business audit-ready.
Is depreciation an operating expense?

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Is depreciation an operating expense?
Yes—depreciation is usually an operating expense when the asset supports core operations; in manufacturing it may be in COGS, and rarely as non-operating.
Discretionary expenses: Definition and examples

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Discretionary expenses: Definition and examples
Discretionary expenses are non-essential costs a business can cut or defer, such as travel, perks, and optional software subscriptions.
The top 5 Rippling alternatives for expense management

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The top 5 Rippling alternatives for expense management
Learn more about the best Rippling alternatives and competitors for expense management based on factors like feature sets, pricing, and more.
5 best Zoho Expense alternatives for 2025

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5 best Zoho Expense alternatives for 2025
Looking for alternatives to Zoho Expense? We’ve reviewed G2 ratings, feedback from verified users, and the features of Zoho Expense competitors to help you make the right choice.