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Don't Make Assumptions

January 28, 2020 / By Barbara Weltman

5 Surprising Tax Rules Every Business Should Know

When you’re in business, you kind of assume that all of your expenses are fully deductible. But this assumption is wrong. The tax law imposes various … Read more about 5 Surprising Tax Rules Every Business Should Know

USMCA and Small Business

January 23, 2020 / By Barbara Weltman

USMCA and Small Business

On January 16, 2020, the Senate passed the United States, Mexico, and Canada Agreement (USMCA), which the President signed into law on January 29, … Read more about USMCA and Small Business

New Joint Employer Rule

January 21, 2020 / By Barbara Weltman

The New Joint Employer Rule: What It Means to Your Company and Your Employees

The U.S. Department of Labor has issued a final rule on joint employers for purposes of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Under this rule, which … Read more about The New Joint Employer Rule: What It Means to Your Company and Your Employees

Reduce Employee Stress

January 16, 2020 / By Barbara Weltman

5 Ways to Reduce Employee Stress

According to the American Institute of Stress, 80% of workers feel stress on the job. This stress causes problems for both the employee and the … Read more about 5 Ways to Reduce Employee Stress

Figuring Your Estimated Taxes for 2020

January 14, 2020 / By Barbara Weltman

Figuring Your Estimated Taxes for 2020

Business owners who are self-employed usually pay their taxes in four estimated tax payments for the year. The final installment for 2019 is due on … Read more about Figuring Your Estimated Taxes for 2020

Flu Season and the Workplace

January 14, 2020 / By Barbara Weltman

Flu Season and the Workplace

According to one scholarly paper, which examined the effects of employment on influenza rates, “the spread of the influenza virus is linked with … Read more about Flu Season and the Workplace

Retirement Plan

January 9, 2020 / By Barbara Weltman

Adapting Your Retirement Plan to the SECURE Act

There are many new rules for qualified retirement plans and IRAs that impact your business in the coming years. These new rules are contained in the … Read more about Adapting Your Retirement Plan to the SECURE Act

Preparing for Economic Changes - Staying Alert

January 7, 2020 / By Barbara Weltman

Preparing for Economic Changes: Staying Alert

“I can’t change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination.”   - Jimmy Dean. No one knows how the economy … Read more about Preparing for Economic Changes: Staying Alert

New Year's Resolutions

December 31, 2019 / By Barbara Weltman

10 New Year’s Resolutions

While few keep them, it doesn’t stop us from making them every year. Here are my 10 favorites for business owners. (This is an expanded version of an … Read more about 10 New Year’s Resolutions

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December 26, 2019 / By Barbara Weltman

J.K. Lasser’s Guide to Self-Employment Second Edition

The number of self-employed individuals is growing substantially. FreshBooks’ Women in the Independent Workforce, 2nd annual report says that … Read more about J.K. Lasser’s Guide to Self-Employment Second Edition

Socially Responsible

December 19, 2019 / By Barbara Weltman

4 Ways Employers Can Be More Socially Responsible

How important is it for a company to be socially responsible? Very important. It’s been shown that corporate social responsibility (CSR) increases … Read more about 4 Ways Employers Can Be More Socially Responsible

Are You Ready for Changes in 2020?

December 17, 2019 / By Barbara Weltman

Get Ready for Federal, State, and Local Changes in 2020

To paraphrase Bob Dylan, the rules are a-changin’ and businesses should prepare for new government rules and regulations. Here are some things to look … Read more about Get Ready for Federal, State, and Local Changes in 2020

Developing Leadership Qualities - Optimism

December 12, 2019 / By Barbara Weltman

Developing Leadership Qualities: Optimism

Over the past year, we’ve focused on various leadership qualities, including taking responsibility, exercising patience, and having grit. This blog is … Read more about Developing Leadership Qualities: Optimism

Annual Board Meeting

December 10, 2019 / By Barbara Weltman

When, Why, and How to Hold Your Annual Board Meeting

Annual board meeting requirement One of the requirements for corporations in most states is to have an annual board meeting. Typically, these are … Read more about When, Why, and How to Hold Your Annual Board Meeting

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December 5, 2019 / By Barbara Weltman

J.K. Lasser’s Small Business Taxes 2020

The 2020 Edition Book Review For more than 25 years, I’m proud to say my tax book for small businesses has been the go-to guide for owners and their … Read more about J.K. Lasser’s Small Business Taxes 2020

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