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Use your business smarts when buying a business
Spring 2008
Newsletter: Management & Tax Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 615
Abstract: Thinking of buying a business? Doing so can be a smart move because it’s generally less risky than building a company from scratch. This article explores the benefits, such as gaining experienced employees, existing facilities, and established customer and supplier relationships. And it explains how to conduct the necessary due diligence and find financing. A sidebar debates the issue of stock vs. asset purchases.
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Time for a billing and collections check-up!
Spring 2008
Newsletter: Management & Tax Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 683
Abstract: In a shaky economy, it’s common for financially stretched clients to be late in making payments. This threatens your cash flow and ability to pay your own bills on time. This article discusses how improving your company’s collections efforts can be just what the doctor ordered to remedy ailing cash flow and give your bottom line a boost. A sidebar offers tips on how to cut your losses on uncollectible outstanding debts.
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Manufacturer, know thy competition
Spring 2008
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 322
Abstract: The manufacturing industry is growing and becoming more competitive all the time. Competitive analysis can give a manufacturer a leg up in the industry, but companies need to know how to do it effectively. This short article explains the basics of competitive analysis.
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On the move – What to consider before relocating
Spring 2008
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 511
Abstract: Selecting a new location for a manufacturing company can require months of analysis. Owners must consider operational, financial and logistical implications before making a final decision. This article details all aspects of a relocation plan. (Updated 5/30/12)
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3 ways to pay – IRS changes rules for estimated taxes
Spring 2008
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 480
Abstract: The laws surrounding corporate estimated taxes have changed many times in the last 20 years, but the IRS has been slow to amend its rules to reflect those changes. As of August 2007, however, the IRS is up to date — and that means manufacturers need to be as well. This article details three ways to pay estimated taxes.
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Information in a box – Data warehousing can help you make better business decisions
Spring 2008
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 484
Abstract: Many manufacturing companies rely on several databases to keep operations running smoothly. This generally works fine, but what if copies of all of a company’s databases were maintained in a single “box,” available for immediate access from any location? This article examines how data warehousing works. (Updated: 5/30/12)
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Uniform accounting standards – Why convergence is here to stay
Spring 2008
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 627
Abstract: Accounting standard-setters around the world have been working on convergence — or uniform accounting standards among countries — for decades. Progress has been slow, but it has picked up speed in recent years. This article details the progress of convergence and explains how uniform accounting standards may affect manufacturing companies.
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The more, the merrier – Reap the advantages of a firmwide retreat
Spring 2008
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 862
Abstract: Most law firms hold retreats for partners, associates and even paralegals. But it’s not often enough that firms include the entire staff. There are many benefits to holding a firmwide retreat. It can energize the entire staff, enhance internal operations and improve working relationships between lawyers and other employees. So when planning your next retreat, consider making it an all-inclusive one. This article explains the benefits of firmwide retreats and how to make them as effective as possible.
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The measure of success
Spring 2008
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 372
Abstract: You’ve gathered for a retreat to brainstorm ideas for your firm’s strategic plan. You’ve reached consensus on what the firm should look like in five years, creating goals in several areas such as technology, client service and profitability. But did you discuss how you would measure your firm’s progress? This brief article discusses benchmarks and ways to measure objectives to see how well your firm is making headway.
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Determining whether a merger is right for your firm
Spring 2008
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 618
Abstract: Continuing consolidation in the legal profession means there are more opportunities than ever to merge. Even now, you may be at the point where you want to explore a chance to grow your firm. But before you expend the time, energy and money to join forces with another, make sure the merger is a good fit. This article reviews factors to consider, such as synergy with the other firm, financials and clients. (Updated 1/4/12)
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How to keep your key clients – And what to do when one still walks out the door
Spring 2008
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 983
Abstract: “We’ve decided to take our business elsewhere.” These aren’t the words you want to hear from a client — especially a major client that’s brought in 20% of your firm’s revenues for the past few years. Whether it’s because of client dissatisfaction, a merger, recession, consolidation of legal services or another reason, losing a major client can be financially devastating. This article looks at steps you can take to help prevent it, or at least soften the blow when you can’t. (Updated 1/4/12)
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Jelke reverses Tax Court on discount for built-in gains tax
Spring 2008
Newsletter: Expert / Valuation & Litigation Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 470
Abstract: The recent appellate court decision in Estate of Jelke v. Commissioner (11th Cir. 2007) could dramatically affect estate tax liability. This article summarizes the case’s history and court’s ruling, and explains why it’s a boon to estate taxpayers and could be relevant to the valuation of C corporations in divorce matters.
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Calculating construction defect damages
Spring 2008
Newsletter: Expert / Valuation & Litigation Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 357
Abstract: Even construction jobs that finish on time and within budget can produce claims down the road if defects later arise. As this short article discusses, the remedy in a construction defect case usually comes down to the most feasible and reasonable repair that puts the owner in as close to the same position as if the contractor had performed properly. (Updated 8/22/12)
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How income reconstruction builds a case against fraudsters
Spring 2008
Newsletter: Expert / Valuation & Litigation Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 626
Abstract: Sometimes a company discovers the misappropriation of assets and has a guess as to who may be behind it but no direct evidence to back up its suspicions. A financial expert can help by using income reconstruction to show that an employee’s estimated actual income is higher than his or her known income. This article covers some of the common methods of income reconstruction and what circumstances may indicate that it should be used. (Updated 11/30/12)
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Accounting for mergers – New standard could influence purchase prices
Spring 2008
Newsletter: Expert / Valuation & Litigation Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 822
Abstract: This article talks about how the newly revised Financial Accounting Standards Board Statement No. 141R, Business Combinations, expands the scope of covered business combinations and revises how transaction costs will be recorded. The revised standard could affect merger negotiations, particularly over a company’s purchase price, and prompt earlier valuations of assets.
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Information underload – Financial experts can make, or break, the case for punitive damages
Spring 2008
Newsletter: Expert / Valuation & Litigation Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 709
Abstract: Attorneys often are reluctant to put their financial experts on the witness stand. But failing to use a CPA to provide jurors with the information and context they need to make a fair punitive damages award can backfire. As this article explains, CPAs can strengthen cases for or against punitive damages. Among other things, these experts can explain to a jury the defendant’s financial position, analyze any gains the defendant enjoyed because of the allegedly wrongful conduct, and break down and clarify financial statements.