Last December, the Federal Reserve announced that it was raising the Federal Funds Rate (the rate at which banks borrow money from each other … Read more about Higher Interest Rates and Your Business
New Tax Rules for Business — Part 3 (Research Credit)
The Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes (PATH) Act, which was signed into law on December 18, 2015, extends permanently or temporarily many … Read more about New Tax Rules for Business — Part 3 (Research Credit)
Breaking Up Isn’t Hard to Do When an Owner Wants Out
When you go into business with others, things don’t always work out as anticipated. Co-owners can disagree about the direction of the business and, as … Read more about Breaking Up Isn’t Hard to Do When an Owner Wants Out
New Tax Rules for Business — Part 2 (New Employees)
The Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes (PATH) Act, which was signed into law on December 18, 2015, extends permanently or temporarily many … Read more about New Tax Rules for Business — Part 2 (New Employees)
“Joy” — A Movie with Lessons for Entrepreneurs
The movie entitled Joy is based on the life of Joy Mangano, who developed the Miracle Mop that she marketed on QVC and went on to build a business … Read more about “Joy” — A Movie with Lessons for Entrepreneurs
New Tax Rules for Business — Part 1 (Equipment Purchases and Leasehold Improvements)
The Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes (PATH) Act of 2015, which was signed into law on December 18, 2015, extends permanently or temporarily many … Read more about New Tax Rules for Business — Part 1 (Equipment Purchases and Leasehold Improvements)
Long Weekends in Lieu of Vacations?
We’re about to embark on a long holiday weekend. Many start the long weekend today because tomorrow, December 25, is a federal holiday. Throughout the … Read more about Long Weekends in Lieu of Vacations?
Tax Rules for Turtle Businesses
No, this term doesn’t refer to pet stores or turtle farmers. It refers to small business owners who carry their businesses on their backs. They work … Read more about Tax Rules for Turtle Businesses
Annual Meeting Reminder
If you have a corporation, be sure to hold your annual meeting before the end of the year. This is state law requirement. Understand why you want to … Read more about Annual Meeting Reminder
Shadow Workers: Consequences to All
Shadow workers, also referred to as ghost workers, are employees who work off the books. They are paid “under the table.” Companies don’t keep records … Read more about Shadow Workers: Consequences to All
Financial Recovery after a Disaster
The Atlantic hurricane season ended on November 30 without any major storm. It’s been 10 years since any big hurricane has hit Florida, and as a … Read more about Financial Recovery after a Disaster
Health Insurance Reimbursements: What You Can and Cannot Do
Since the advent of the Affordable Care Act, small businesses have scrambled to find ways to make sure their employees have health coverage. Many have … Read more about Health Insurance Reimbursements: What You Can and Cannot Do
Writing Off Tangible Property Purchases the Easy Way
Usually, when you acquire any tangible property expected to last more than a year, you must recover the cost through depreciation allowances claimed … Read more about Writing Off Tangible Property Purchases the Easy Way
“Gig Economy” and Worker Classification
Sen. Mark Warner (D-VA) is focusing attention on the new sharing economy. (An article on the sharing economy can be found in Big Ideas for Small … Read more about “Gig Economy” and Worker Classification
Thanksgiving: Why I’m Grateful to be a Small Business Owner
Last week was Global Entrepreneurship Week, a worldwide celebration of entrepreneurship in which 160 countries participated. It was an opportunity to … Read more about Thanksgiving: Why I’m Grateful to be a Small Business Owner
