Equalizing Estate Distributions with Life Insurance
If you want to leave your business to the child who works for you, life insurance can equalize estate distributions. We explain in this week’s Insurance Tip.
New Tax Extender Legislation – Business Provisions
Small businesses will benefit from plenty of provisions in the Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes Act of 2015.
Will Your Favorite Tax Benefit Expire?
Review the expiring tax provisions to see how you may be affected if they are not extended. We explain in this Tax Tip.
Six Steps to Get Your Business Startup on Track For Long Term Success
The hard and bleak reality is that the majority of small business startups fail. Create a plan for success. We give the basics in this week’s Business Tip.
It’s Time for Year-End Tax Planning
Despite Congress’ lack of action regarding tax laws, there are still plenty of tax breaks on the books for 2015. Read all about it in this week’s Tax Tip.
Operating at the Intersection of Profits and Values
Interested in being your own boss and creating positive change in the world? Consider a Certified B Corporation. Read more in this week’s Business Tip.
Business Owners: Action May Be Needed Before Year-End
Businesses should consider adopting an accounting policy for expensing the cost of items with a life of a year or less. We explain in this week’s Tax Tip.
When 401(k) Plans Go Bad—Avoiding Disqualification
401(k) plans that exclude participants, miss contributions or fail discrimination tests can become disqualified. Read all about it in this week’s Business Tip.
Sole Proprietorship—Is The Risk Worth It?
A sole proprietorship comes with few bureaucratic hoops, but you have to contend with 100% personal liability. We explain in this week’s Business Tip.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Are Valuable Tools for Small Business Owners
Need an objective, black and white measure of your business processes? Implement Key Performance Indicators. We explain in this week’s Business Tip.