Follow @BarbaraWeltman Under the Affordable Care Act, you can’t rely on a head count. You need to determine an average each month throughout the … Read more about How Many Employees Do You Have?
Number One Problem Facing Small Businesses: Big Government
Follow @BarbaraWeltman That’s what the 1,500 small business owners said in response to a survey reported in the NFIB. More specifically, 22% … Read more about Number One Problem Facing Small Businesses: Big Government
What NOT to Do When It Comes to Taxes
Follow @BarbaraWeltman A recent Tax Court decision highlighted all of the things that business owners shouldn’t do if they want to stay out of … Read more about What NOT to Do When It Comes to Taxes
Take another Look at Your Hiring Practices
Follow @BarbaraWeltman You may be in violation of the law by having discriminatory hiring practices. That’s what Abercrombie & Fitch found out … Read more about Take another Look at Your Hiring Practices
What IRS Statistics Say about Business Income
Follow @BarbaraWeltman The IRS's Statistics of Income Bulletin, Spring 2015 reports tax information for 2013. Overall it shows that the economy … Read more about What IRS Statistics Say about Business Income
Collaboration and Sharing: Getting the Most with the Least
Small businesses can benefit by joining forces, sharing resources, and doing other outreach to boost their bottom line. The following article has been … Read more about Collaboration and Sharing: Getting the Most with the Least
Charitable Giving that Gives Back
As a small business owner with limited time and resources you can still find ways to support your favorite causes and reap personal, tax, and business … Read more about Charitable Giving that Gives Back
Wellness Programs — What You Need to Know
Follow @BarbaraWeltman The person who coined the saying that “no good deed goes unpunished” must have had wellness programs in mind. Companies that … Read more about Wellness Programs — What You Need to Know
Gimme More Regulations!
Follow @BarbaraWeltman I can’t believe I’m saying this, especially since the federal government is issuing regulations at the rate of about 10 each … Read more about Gimme More Regulations!
Penalty Relief Deadline for Small Retirement Plans Approaching
Follow @BarbaraWeltman Small qualified retirement plans must file annual returns in the 5500 series with the U.S. Department of Labor or face … Read more about Penalty Relief Deadline for Small Retirement Plans Approaching
Moms in the Workplace
Follow @BarbaraWeltman Mother’s Day is around the corner, so I’m taking this opportunity to recognize moms who work outside of the home. Here’s what … Read more about Moms in the Workplace
Are Automatic Enrollment 401(k)s for You?
Small business owners may be reluctant to offer a qualified retirement plan because of concerns about cost, liability, and hassle. However, failing to … Read more about Are Automatic Enrollment 401(k)s for You?
Another Step Forward for Crowdfunding
The JOBS Act of 2012 directed the SEC to create rules facilitating equity crowdfunding by small businesses. Essentially, this allows companies to … Read more about Another Step Forward for Crowdfunding
Your Signature: Business Strategies
When you think about signatures, probably the most famous one -- John Hancock -- pops into mind. Your signature is a reflection of your personality … Read more about Your Signature: Business Strategies
Why You Need to Stay in Your State’s Good Graces
Follow @BarbaraWeltman Corporations and limited liability companies (LLCs) are creatures of state law. While entity choices may have federal tax … Read more about Why You Need to Stay in Your State’s Good Graces
