Albert Einstein said: “Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.” Many small business owners try to grow … Read more about Is It Time to Make Changes in Your Business?
Remember Our Veterans
Veterans Day is November 11, a day to remember all of our veterans. It is a federal holiday, and there are parades and celebrations in many localities … Read more about Remember Our Veterans
Helping Employees Save if You Don’t Offer a Retirement Plan
Many small businesses offer 401(k)s or other qualified retirement plans so that owners and employees can save for retirement on a tax-advantaged … Read more about Helping Employees Save if You Don’t Offer a Retirement Plan
Congress’ Budget Deal includes Tax Changes
The budget deal passed by Congress last week, called the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015, funds the government for two years and extends the debt … Read more about Congress’ Budget Deal includes Tax Changes
Special Tax Concerns for Cash Businesses
Many small businesses do some or all of their transactions in cash. This raises some special issues and concerns. Technically, being paid in cash … Read more about Special Tax Concerns for Cash Businesses
J.K. Lasser’s Small Business Taxes 2016
This is my perennial tax book. I know it’s not a page turner like The Survivor (currently #1 on the New York Times best seller list) or Life and Other … Read more about J.K. Lasser’s Small Business Taxes 2016
Employees Are Your Greatest Asset
Some companies look upon their staff as an expense, with costs that must be met for wages, benefits, and employment taxes. These companies don’t … Read more about Employees Are Your Greatest Asset
Accounting for T&E Expenses
Most small businesses incur travel and entertainment costs. They travel to see vendors, attend trade shows, and meet with customers and clients. If … Read more about Accounting for T&E Expenses
Telehealth and Your Business
It’s no news to you that your company’s health care costs are rising. Premiums for 2016 are expected to rise by 5% to 8%, with some plans increasing … Read more about Telehealth and Your Business
Fixing Compensation Packages in Light of Audit Technique Guides
Follow @BarbaraWeltman Compensation today is more complicated than in the past. It’s no longer confined to a paycheck and a fringe benefit or … Read more about Fixing Compensation Packages in Light of Audit Technique Guides
Do We Need a National Disaster Tax Relief Act?
Follow @BarbaraWeltman Looking at pictures of the floods in Charleston, SC, and elsewhere earlier this month made me think about my horrendous … Read more about Do We Need a National Disaster Tax Relief Act?
Applicable Large Employers: Are You One and What You Must Do?
Follow @BarbaraWeltman As we move into the health insurance renewal and enrollment season, make sure you know where you stand. Under the … Read more about Applicable Large Employers: Are You One and What You Must Do?
NOLs: Waive the Carryback?
Follow @BarbaraWeltman If your business sustains losses, you may be eligible for a net operating loss (NOL). In most cases, the NOL is carried back … Read more about NOLs: Waive the Carryback?
Smartphones and Your Employees
Follow @BarbaraWeltman Most of us are now joined at the wrist to our iPhones and Androids, which is quite a phenomenon considering that the iPhone … Read more about Smartphones and Your Employees
Best Cities in the U.S. for Small Businesses
Follow @BarbaraWeltman CNN came out with a list of the top 10 cities in the U.S. for businesses. It’s interesting to know which cities made the … Read more about Best Cities in the U.S. for Small Businesses
