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  • Contractors, keep an eye on where AI is headed

    Summer 2023
    Newsletter: Construction Industry Advisor

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 445

    Abstract: Artificial intelligence (AI) is affecting every major industry. Indeed, many construction businesses may already be using AI in some ways and many more functions are likely in the pipeline. This article points out five ways that this technology can improve a construction company’s performance … or soon will.

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  • Recent report champions women in construction

    Summer 2023
    Newsletter: Construction Industry Advisor

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 543

    Abstract: Construction businesses have been struggling with a skilled labor shortage for many years. One way to ease the pain is to consider hiring from population groups that have been historically overlooked by the industry. Case in point: women. This article explores the results of a recent survey indicating that adding female workers in various roles can improve project outcomes.

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  • Upgrading financial statements to a classified balance sheet

    Summer 2023
    Newsletter: Construction Industry Advisor

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 638

    Abstract: Having sound financial reporting practices can help a construction business win over investors, obtain outside financing and get the surety bonds required to work on certain types of projects. One often-overlooked way that contractors can enhance their financial statements is to use a classified balance sheet rather than a conventional one. This article explores some of the details of a classified balance sheet.

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  • Need an exit strategy? Consider an ESOP

    Summer 2023
    Newsletter: Construction Industry Advisor

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 954

    Abstract: Just like any business, a construction company needs a succession plan, employee benefits and ways to attract and retain motivated workers. Believe it or not, an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) can accomplish all these objectives in one fell swoop. This article explains how ESOPs work and what advantages they offer. It also notes the downsides to be aware of. A sidebar points out some specific things that construction business owners need to know about ESOPs before establishing one.

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  • States mull legal “paraprofessional” programs

    Summer 2023
    Newsletter: Law Firm Management

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 437

    Abstract: The high price of legal services has prompted various states to consider granting paralegals limited licenses to provide attorney-type services in uncomplicated matters. This article discusses how the so-called “limited license legal professional” movement is playing out.

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  • Could the nexus net snare your firm for multistate taxes?

    Summer 2023
    Newsletter: Law Firm Management

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 560

    Abstract: Many states have become more aggressive in recent years about their pursuit of income, franchise or gross receipts taxes from multistate businesses. While some law firms may think they need not worry about the revenue departments in states other than where they’re located, those states might disagree. This article reviews the broadening definition of nexus and how a law firm’s tax liability will depend on the apportionment rules of the states involved.

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  • It’s time to review your partnership agreement

    Summer 2023
    Newsletter: Law Firm Management

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 661

    Abstract: Many lawyers don’t refer to their partnership agreement until a partner is leaving the firm — but that could be a mistake. A lot can happen after a law firm creates its partnership agreement: new partners may enter, while existing partners exit. An out-of-date agreement can throw your firm into tumult at the worst possible moment. This article looks at some areas to consider.

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  • How to pump up retirement savings – Cash balance plans may be the answer for your law firm

    Summer 2023
    Newsletter: Law Firm Management

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 848

    Abstract: Cash balance plans provide a vehicle for high earners who regularly contribute to their employers’ 401(k) plans at or near the limits to put more money away for retirement on a tax-deferred basis. In conjunction with 401(k) plans or on their own, this article examines why cash balance plans are well suited for law firms. A brief sidebar covers how the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) 2.0 Act eases cash balance plan administration.

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  • Bank Wire – CFPB targets “junk fees”

    Summer 2023
    Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 443

    Abstract: In this brief summary of recent developments in banking, we look at two “junk fee” practices that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has deemed likely to be unlawful and discuss whether banks should amend their employee retirement plans in light of recent SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022 provisions.

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  • Don’t take government guarantees for granted – How to avoid jeopardizing your SBA loan guarantees

    Summer 2023
    Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 534

    Abstract: Banks that participate in U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) lending programs must comply with all SBA requirements and standards to ensure that the government will honor its loan guarantees. This article explains that these loans allow banks that follow prudent lending practices to expand customer base, reduce risk, boost lending capacity (the guaranteed portion of these loans doesn’t count toward a bank’s legal lending limit), and improve liquidity (the guaranteed portion can be sold on the secondary market).

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  • How can financial due diligence support your loans?

    Summer 2023
    Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 721

    Abstract: Many currently problematic loans once looked good on paper — but now, aren’t worth the paper they’re printed on! This article points out that to ensure a bank doesn’t succumb to the lure of loans that seem to be — and are — too good to be true, it’s important to have a policy of conducting proactive due diligence practices from the start. It provides several steps to take and lists some common ratios that are useful in assessing risk. The article notes that due diligence is key in helping loan portfolios remain stable and profitable over time.

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  • In the wake of bank failures, expect increased scrutiny from regulators

    Summer 2023
    Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 863

    Abstract: The failures of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank and the self-liquidation of Silvergate Bank in March 2023 served as wake-up calls for banking regulators and lawmakers. Although industry experts agree that steps must be taken to avoid similar failures in the future, they disagree over whether the solution is to implement stricter banking regulations or simply to improve oversight under existing regulations. This article suggests that, whatever the answer, banks can expect regulators to watch them more closely, particularly regarding capital, liquidity and interest rate risks.

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  • Head off potential litigation – Use notes and documentation to avoid problems

    Summer 2023
    Newsletter: Rx for Practice Management / Practice Management Advisor

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 481

    Abstract: For physicians, taking good notes and creating full and complete documentation on each patient is important — both for providing optimal care and as a shield against lawsuits or other inquiries. This article offers some tips on good recordkeeping practices, such as including images in notes and documenting the thinking behind each diagnosis — including the recommended treatment plan. The article points out that the extra time physicians spend on writing longer, more detailed notes will pay off in better, more comprehensive patient care and less litigation risk.

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  • 7 common website mistakes

    Summer 2023
    Newsletter: Rx for Practice Management / Practice Management Advisor

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 695

    Abstract: Every medical practice should have a website. It’s how new patients find physicians and how existing patients check for office hours, the practice’s phone number and other essential information. A website creates a practice’s first impression and serves as an ongoing point of contact. This article details seven website mistakes physician practices should avoid, including not using a custom title tag, not using a custom meta description and not providing links to other sites. The article notes the importance of regularly updating the content and being sure the website runs as smoothly as possible.

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  • Reviewing the retirement planning provisions of SECURE 2.0

    Summer 2023
    Newsletter: Rx for Practice Management / Practice Management Advisor

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 718

    Abstract: At the end of 2022, the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act 2.0 was passed. It contains various provisions that physicians should be aware of concerning retirement savings — both for their own sake and for that of employees who participate in their employer-sponsored retirement plans. This article contains a brief review of some of these provisions, including new rules regarding required minimum distributions and catch-up contributions, among other things.

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  • How can physicians avoid the pitfalls of practice leadership?

    Summer 2023
    Newsletter: Rx for Practice Management / Practice Management Advisor

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 911

    Abstract: Even experienced physicians are often caught off-guard by the many pitfalls of managing a medical practice when they reach that point in their careers. Whether someone is a newly practicing physician or has been providing care for years, any physician needs to step carefully when taking on a leadership role at a medical practice. This article looks at four areas where physicians new to practice leadership tend to encounter serious challenges, including employment contract terms, potential fraud and abuse, and spotting and reporting compliance risks. A sidebar discusses the ins and outs of termination clauses and restrictive covenants.

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