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Tick tock, tick tock – There’s still time to save a bundle in taxes
Fall 2008
Newsletter: Management & Tax Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 659
Abstract: The tax deadline is just around the corner. Luckily, there are year end strategies you can implement to help reduce your business’s tax liability. This article discusses many such strategies, such as taking advantage of recent tax law changes that allow you larger writeoffs on assets purchased before year end, deferring taxable income, contributing all you can to your retirement plan, and dealing with taxable losses.
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Make holiday bonuses a part of Christmas past
Fall 2008
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 299
Abstract: Many manufacturers feel obligated to hand out year end holiday bonuses. But in a soft economy, some companies are doing away with bonuses altogether. That’s an option, but a better one may be to replace across-the-board holiday bonus programs with merit-based plans that reward those who deserve extra recognition. This short article provides alternatives to holiday bonuses.
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Why open innovation can be good for manufacturers
Fall 2008
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 615
Abstract: Manufacturers traditionally have relied solely on their own internal R&D processes to develop the technologies and products necessary to open or expand markets. But even the most competent R&D team can’t always come up with the solutions to difficult problems. Open innovation — consulting with outside entities to find answers to perplexing questions — can be the answer. This article examines how open innovation works. (Updated: 7/27/12)
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Two good reasons to think of taxes now
Fall 2008
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 485
Abstract: The end of the year is fast approaching, which means it’s a good time for manufacturers to take stock of their financial and tax situations. Taxes aren’t due for a while, but smart manufacturers may be able to make them less painful if they act before year end. This article provides several year end tax saving tips to reduce a manufacturer’s tax bill.
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No business plan? It’s never too late
Fall 2008
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 515
Abstract: The biggest mistake any manufacturer can make with a business plan is not to have one. Even if a company isn’t seeking a loan or outside investors, a well-developed business plan is — or should be — a guide to the future. This article details what a solid business plan should cover. (Updated: 9/27/12)
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Bridging the generational gap – Succession plans for middle managers can ease disruption as boomers retire
Fall 2008
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 816
Abstract: Many manufacturers’ succession plans begin and end with the keys to the executive suite. It’s important to know who’ll take over when senior executives leave, but the loss of a key middle manager can be more disruptive to day-to-day operations. This article explains the challenges middle managers face supervising a multigenerational workforce and explores the steep costs of employee turnover.
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IRS increases standard mileage rate for auto expense deduction
Fall 2008
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 351
Abstract: With today’s high gas prices, you’ll want to be sure you’re deducting auto expenses when you can. Fortunately, earlier this year the IRS increased the standard mileage rate that you can use when calculating your business auto expense deduction. This brief article reviews the changes and the two methods used to calculate the deduction.
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Enhance profitability with the right cost-recovery system
Fall 2008
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 803
Abstract: In today’s tough economy, finding ways to improve profitability is vital. Revenue-generating strategies such as expanding your client base, ramping up marketing efforts and cross selling your services can help boost your firm’s bottom line, but another important strategy is controlling costs. This article explains how a cost-recovery system can help you to pinpoint your spending, devise a plan to make necessary cuts — and even bill more back to clients. (Updated 12/14/12)
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Is your firm utilizing paralegals as profitably as possible?
Fall 2008
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 790
Abstract: Paralegals play a key role in the delivery of legal services. They also should play an important role in your firm’s plan to maximize profitability, productivity and efficiency. This article looks at how to boost the skills and knowledge of these legal professionals. (Updated 1/4/12)
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Compensating the unique practice partner
Fall 2008
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 955
Abstract: Partner compensation can have a significant impact on the partnership. Based on perceived fairness or unfairness, it can be constructive, creating a happy partner alliance, or destructive, causing partnerships to all but crumble. This article offers insight into this unique aspect of firm management, including factors that make a practice unique and compensation options.
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Calculating losses for new or never-launched businesses
Fall 2008
Newsletter: Expert / Valuation & Litigation Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 460
Abstract: Lost profits are a common form of damages in business litigation, and most damages experts are comfortable calculating them. But establishing lost profits when the plaintiff is a new or never-launched company with little or no historical financial data can prove tricky. Experts might be able to apply industry growth projections to company data or, if company data is sparse, base estimates on models and studies of new-product lifecycles.
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Failure to obtain valuation undermines fraud claim
Fall 2008
Newsletter: Expert / Valuation & Litigation Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 352
Abstract: This short article summarizes fraud case Lusins v. Cohen and explains why the decision reinforces the idea that buy-sell agreements must be independently appraised.
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Methodology matters – When an expert isn’t expert enough
Fall 2008
Newsletter: Expert / Valuation & Litigation Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 464
Abstract: A Rhode Island court’s decision to exclude expert testimony in a patent infringement case should remind attorneys that their experts’ qualifications aren’t the only potential issue. This article summarizes the decision in Bowling v. Hasbro and talks about why experts must use accepted and appropriate methodologies or risk having their testimony excluded.
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Court excludes assets from gross estate in family LLC case
Fall 2008
Newsletter: Expert / Valuation & Litigation Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 860
Abstract: After dealing taxpayers a series of losses in cases involving family limited partnerships (FLPs) and limited liability companies (LLCs), the Tax Court has allowed the assets in a family LLC to be excluded from the decedent’s gross estate. This article discusses how the opinion in Estate of Mirowski v. Commissioner can provide valuable guidance on how taxpayers can use these valuable tools.
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Information mining – How experts dig through data to find fraud
Fall 2008
Newsletter: Expert / Valuation & Litigation Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 770
Abstract: From insurance scams to financial statement manipulation to fudged expense reimbursement reports, fraud victimizes businesses of every size and in every industry. Even when owners suspect fraud, however, they may not know how to gather the evidence to confirm it. Forensic accounting experts can help with data mining. This article explains how experts analyze a company’s own records looking for activity that diverges from behaviors typically associated with nonfraudulent transactions. (Updated 8/28/12)
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Practice builders – Boost revenues by building up your referral network
Fall 2008
Newsletter: Rx for Practice Management / Practice Management Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 584
Abstract: Whether you’re opening a new clinic or you’ve been practicing medicine in the same location for decades, you can’t assume that patients will always choose to walk through your doors. This article provides practical ways to beef up your referral network, such as developing relationships with young physicians entering your community and participating in hospital grand rounds and committees. (Updated 8/29/12)