New Study Finds Rising Health Benefit Costs
Consumer prices jumped 7% in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Unfortunately, health benefit costs incurred by small employers increased at an even higher rate — 9.6% — according to the health benefits Read More
Feb 03, 2022
How to Make the Most of the Annual Gift Tax Exclusion
The holidays often inspire a spirit of generosity. So, at year end, many people decide to give money or assets to their loved ones. Over time, lifetime gifts can also be an effective way for Read More
Jan 20, 2022
Coping With New Employee Retention Credit Rules
Sometimes, Uncle Sam seems to give with one hand and take with the other. Take the employee retention credit (ERC), for example. Congress created this tax break in 2020 to help businesses continue to pay Read More
Jan 20, 2022
FAQs About Fairness Opinions
Fairness opinions can help achieve shareholder and lender buy-in for your M&A plans. They can also preempt lawsuits, because managers and directors who obtain fairness opinions demonstrate that they acted in good faith, without fraud Read More
Jan 20, 2022
8 New Year’s Resolutions for Business Owners
Have you compiled a list of New Year's resolutions for your business in 2022? Resolutions don't have to be limited to your personal life. Consider how you can improve in the upcoming year in your Read More
Jan 06, 2022
Keeping Payroll Data Confidential
Confidentiality in payroll matters is routine, expected and often legally mandated. But that doesn't mean confidentiality problems can't occasionally rise up. Your business needs to be aware of the rules governing payroll information and to Read More
Dec 15, 2021
Manufacturers: Don’t Miss Out on an R&D Tax Credit
The credit for increasing research activities, commonly referred to as the research and development (R&D) credit, is one of the biggest and best tax breaks available to manufacturing companies. Unlike a deduction, a credit is Read More
Dec 02, 2021
Dos and Don’ts of Crisis Management for Contractors
From the Great Recession of more than a decade ago to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, construction companies have endured some tough lessons over the years. To help you avoid learning some things the hard way, Read More
Dec 02, 2021
How to Make the Most of the Annual Gift Tax Exclusion
The holidays often inspire a spirit of generosity. So, at year end, many people decide to give money or assets to their loved ones. Over time, lifetime gifts can also be an effective way for Read More
Dec 02, 2021
How Fast Can You Write off a Business Vehicle?
The federal income tax rules for depreciating vehicles used for business are complicated. And different rules apply to different categories of vehicles. Special limitations apply to vehicles that are classified as passenger autos, including many Read More
Dec 02, 2021