The deduction for no-tax-on-tips, or more simply tips deduction, was created by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025 (OBBBA). Even though OBBBA was … Read more about 10 Things to Know about the No-Tax-On-Tips Deduction
Barbara Weltman
Do You Have a Company Policy on Dress Codes?
Earlier this year, a group of Starbucks employees filed a lawsuit when the company imposed a new dress code. The company requires baristas to wear … Read more about Do You Have a Company Policy on Dress Codes?
Small Business Tax FAQ: Expert Answers to Common Questions
On September 16, 2025, I presented a webinar for SCORE entitled “Year-End Tax Preparation - Opportunities to Reduce Your Overall Tax Burden.” It … Read more about Small Business Tax FAQ: Expert Answers to Common Questions
Mergers and Other Innovative Strategies to Scale Your Business
Economies of scale is the “cost advantages that enterprises obtain due to their scale of operation.” By definition, small businesses are small and … Read more about Mergers and Other Innovative Strategies to Scale Your Business
Revisiting Work Arrangements—Time and Pay
Dolly Parton lamented the woes of working 9 to 5. Today, regular business hours of 9 am to 5 pm, five days a week can still be found, but this isn’t … Read more about Revisiting Work Arrangements—Time and Pay
Tell Your Employees About Health Coverage in 2026
While large employers—50 or more full-time and full-time equivalent employees—must offer affordable coverage or pay a penalty, small businesses are … Read more about Tell Your Employees About Health Coverage in 2026
What Employers Can Do to Alleviate Employees’ Financial Stress
A recent Bank of America survey found that many employees are feeling financially stressed and are “looking for more employer resources on financial … Read more about What Employers Can Do to Alleviate Employees’ Financial Stress
A Profile of Hispanic Businesses in the U.S. Today
September 15 through October 15, 2025, is National Hispanic Heritage Month. It’s a time to recognize the contributions of the Hispanic population to … Read more about A Profile of Hispanic Businesses in the U.S. Today
Life and Death and Important Payroll Responsibilities to Know
Things are always happening to the people at work over which you have no control. An employee may have a new baby or adopt one. Or an employee may … Read more about Life and Death and Important Payroll Responsibilities to Know
Recognizing Scams and Important Actions to Take
The news frequently runs stories about the elderly being tricked into handing over their life savings. But these aren’t the only victims of scams. … Read more about Recognizing Scams and Important Actions to Take
Adjusting Estimated Taxes for 2025? Important to Know
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act introduced a number of tax breaks for individuals and businesses that are effective for 2025. Most of the changes are … Read more about Adjusting Estimated Taxes for 2025? Important to Know
Green Energy Tax Breaks Are Ending Soon
Federal tax incentives for various green energy property investments are ending soon. The termination dates vary. This is just a reminder to take … Read more about Green Energy Tax Breaks Are Ending Soon
Grow Your Business by Becoming the “Go-To” Company
Just about every business promises great customer service, good pricing, quality products, and other generalizations that may not translate into … Read more about Grow Your Business by Becoming the “Go-To” Company
Beyond the Paycheck: What Your Employees Want
A good paycheck, sure. But they want more. Large employers typically offer an extensive menu of employee benefits, from comprehensive to medical … Read more about Beyond the Paycheck: What Your Employees Want
How to Manage When People Leave Companies
According to JOLTS (the Bureau of Labor Statistic’s Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey), the average rate of job turnover is about 47%. About 35% … Read more about How to Manage When People Leave Companies
