That’s the finding of a recent poll from Insureon and Manta -- "Small businesses are unprepared for disaster." Sixty-one percent of small business … Read more about Small Businesses Are Unprepared for Disaster
Your Sideline Business Better Be for Profit
That’s the admonition to those with or considering a sideline activity if you want good tax results -- "Your sideline business better be for … Read more about Your Sideline Business Better Be for Profit
Killing the Pink Tax
The “pink tax” isn’t a tax levied by the government. It’s the markup of goods and services charged to women versus men for comparable goods and … Read more about Killing the Pink Tax
3 Big Reasons to Rethink Retirement Plans
Qualified retirement plans aren’t just for large corporations. There are a number of compelling reasons for small businesses to consider adopting a … Read more about 3 Big Reasons to Rethink Retirement Plans
5 Women’s Birthdays to Celebrate in August
Certain women from the past have had a tremendous impact on our lives. Here are 5 outstanding women who were born in the month of August and I’d like … Read more about 5 Women’s Birthdays to Celebrate in August
10 Smart Things You Can Do with an Extra $10Gs
If your business nets $50,000 and you qualify for the new 20% business income deduction for owners of pass-through entities, you’ll save $10,000 in … Read more about 10 Smart Things You Can Do with an Extra $10Gs
Do’s and Don’ts for the Home Office Deduction
According to the SBA, about 50% of all businesses in the U.S. are home-based. More specifically, 60.1% of all businesses without paid employees are … Read more about Do’s and Don’ts for the Home Office Deduction
5 Things to Know about Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
The #MeToo and #TimesUp movements are having a significant impact on businesses of all sizes. There are 2 types of sexual harassment that occur in the … Read more about 5 Things to Know about Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
Right to Refuse Service: What You Need to Know
In today’s highly partisan environment, there have been numerous stories reported in the media of merchants and restaurants refusing service to … Read more about Right to Refuse Service: What You Need to Know
Do You Speak Gig Economy?
The gig economy was a term coined in the Great Recession (officially from December 2007 through June 2009) when mass layoffs (about 7% of all jobs) … Read more about Do You Speak Gig Economy?
Pet Policy in Your Workplace
Each year for the past 20 years, the Friday following Father’s Day is Take Your Dog to Work Day. This unofficial event has grown in popularity, and … Read more about Pet Policy in Your Workplace
5 Business Myths Debunked
According to the Google dictionary, a myth is a widely held but false belief or idea. In my view, myths persist because there is an element of truth … Read more about 5 Business Myths Debunked
Growing Fast: Risks and Rewards for Small Business Owners
It’s axiomatic that business owners want their companies to grow, and for many that’s exactly what’s happening in this economy. The rewards of growth … Read more about Growing Fast: Risks and Rewards for Small Business Owners
What the Supreme Court’s Decision on Taxing Internet-based Sales Means to You
On June 21, 2018, the U.S. Supreme Court, in a 5-4 decision, changed a position it had held for decades. Back in the early 90’s, the Court, in a case … Read more about What the Supreme Court’s Decision on Taxing Internet-based Sales Means to You
Helping Employees Pay Business Expenses
If your employees pay for some business expenses, they’re going to be in for a big surprise when they file their 2018 returns in 2019. They won’t be … Read more about Helping Employees Pay Business Expenses
