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Revisit economic drivers to enhance profitability
Summer 2009
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 674
Abstract: Despite the potential for growth in countercyclical practices such as bankruptcy, the recession is having a negative impact on demand for legal services. It’s also handcuffing most firms from making up for lost business by raising rates. So just maintaining profitability, let alone increasing it, is a struggle this year. In fact, in their January 2009 Client Advisory, Hildebrandt and Citi Private Bank projected very modest law firm revenue growth of only around 3% for 2009, with some firms likely experiencing flat or even declining growth. This is a rather bleak picture, but the good news is that your firm likely has ample opportunities to enhance its profitability. You simply need to revisit your economic drivers. This article discusses expenses, leverage, utilization and realization.
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Determining how much capital your firm needs
Summer 2009
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 557
Abstract: Does your law firm have a sufficient amount of working capital to cover its immediate capital needs and its long-term goals? Capital needs include not only costs advanced and the average amount of a firm’s write-offs and write-downs, but also a cushion for the usual expenses and partner draws during billing and collection cycles. So how do you know how much is enough? This article looks at factors that can help you determine how much capital your firm needs.
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Clear and concise fee agreements can minimize billing disputes
Summer 2009
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 708
Abstract: Fee agreements are just as important for business reasons as they are for legal reasons. Clear and concise agreements can minimize billing disputes with cost-conscious clients and increase the likelihood your firm will get paid in a timely manner. This article explains the importance of defining the matter and services being handled, your billing process and more.
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Head out on the highway – Prepare for HVUT before you hit the road
Summer 2009
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 339
Abstract: This short article discusses the ins and outs of the Heavy Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT), which applies to manufacturers that transport heavy materials using vehicles that have a taxable gross weight of at least 55,000 pounds.
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Rebate review – Offering incentives can mean extra income all around
Summer 2009
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 600
Abstract: Regardless of how your supply chain operates, cash back can be a motivator across the board — from distributors to retailers to consumers. That’s why rebate and incentive programs are a solid way for manufacturers to boost their bottom lines. This article discusses a variety of ways you can leverage cash-back incentives to move inventory and increase profitability.
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Trade you – Bartering provides a welcome alternative in tight times
Summer 2009
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 537
Abstract: As banks become increasingly tight-fisted, more businesses are turning to bartering to recoup losses, reduce excess inventory and even come away with additional income. You can barter directly with another company, or, with the help of an exchange company, you can turn liquid assets into trade credits by selling excess products to another market. Of course, there are still tax considerations. But bartering can be an effective option to keep your manufacturing company up when the economy is down.
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Is duplicate data costing you money?
Summer 2009
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 516
Abstract: Did you know a source of revenue loss could lie in a part of your business you don’t see? It’s the extra storage space you’re paying to house redundant data. Deduplication technology can free up storage space, speed your operating system and give you the added efficiency your manufacturing company needs to stay profitable. This article defines deduplication technology and discusses the software involved.
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Howdy, partner! Start your business partnership off on the right foot
Summer 2009
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 990
Abstract: Regardless of what industry you’re in, a strategically planned business partnership can be a smart option for starting a company. But it’s important to evaluate whether a partnership is the best option in your specific case — and it’s vital that you take the necessary steps to ensure its success. You need to consider the tax impact and the structure of the partnership, and put an agreement in writing. A sidebar discusses how you should choose a potential business partner.
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For What It’s Worth: Valuation in the Courts – FAMILY’s FLP foibles serve as a cautionary tale
Summer 2009
Newsletter: Expert / Valuation & Litigation Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 436
Abstract: If there’s a silver lining to a gloomy economy, it may be the estate planning opportunities that arise. Currently, many wealthy individuals are creating family limited partnerships (FLPs) to take advantage of lower market values and slowed transaction activity. But they must be structured carefully to avoid IRS challenge, as one family found out in Estate of Thelma G. Hurford v. Commissioner.
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4 keys to authenticating electronically stored information
Summer 2009
Newsletter: Expert / Valuation & Litigation Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 427
Abstract: Electronically stored information (ESI) plays a prominent role in today’s litigation but, like any evidence, it must meet the authentication threshold before it will be admitted at trial. Qualified experts can apply many techno¬logical tools to establish the authenticity of ESI. It’s important, however, to understand the limits of such tools, whether arguing for or against the authenticity. This article provides an overview of four tools that can prove critical to ESI authentication.
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Valuation methodology – The market approach proves informative, challenging
Summer 2009
Newsletter: Expert / Valuation & Litigation Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 709
Abstract: When helping to take a business to market (or helping someone buy a business), appraisers often employ the market approach. Unlike the other two primary valuation methods, the income and asset approaches, the market approach looks to similar businesses to estimate a company’s fair market value. This article reviews the market approach as well as two variations on it, the transaction method and the guideline public company method.
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When prevention fails – Jointly published guide details fraud detection techniques
Summer 2009
Newsletter: Expert / Valuation & Litigation Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 960
Abstract: No organization can ever completely eliminate the risk of fraud in its business — even when preventive measures have been put in place — which makes timely detection crucial. Managing the Business Risk of Fraud: A Practical Guide, jointly published by several industry associations, offers valuable information on the detection techniques a fraud expert might employ. This article discusses some of those techniques, such as whistleblower hotlines, process controls, documentation methods and several proactive measures. A sidebar lists 10 criteria for evaluating fraud detection techniques.
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For What It’s Worth: Valuation in the Courts – FAMILY’s FLP foibles serve as a cautionary tale
Summer 2009
Newsletter: Valuation Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 500
Abstract: If there’s a silver lining to a gloomy economy, it may be the estate planning opportunities that arise. Currently, many wealthy individuals are creating family limited partnerships (FLPs) to take advantage of lower market values and slowed transaction activity. But they must be structured carefully to avoid IRS challenge, as one family found out in Estate of Thelma G. Hurford v. Commissioner.
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4 keys to authenticating electronically stored information
Summer 2009
Newsletter: Valuation Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 501
Abstract: Electronically stored information (ESI) plays a prominent role in today’s litigation but, like any evidence, it must meet the authentication threshold before it will be admitted at trial. Qualified experts can apply many technological tools to establish the authenticity of ESI. It’s important, however, to understand the limits of such tools, whether arguing for or against the authenticity. This article provides an overview of four tools that can prove critical to ESI authentication.
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Valuation methodology – The market approach proves informative, challenging
Summer 2009
Newsletter: Valuation Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 779
Abstract: When helping to take a business to market (or helping someone buy a business), appraisers often employ the market approach. Unlike the other two primary valuation methods, the income and asset approaches, the market approach looks to similar businesses to estimate a company’s fair market value. This article reviews the market approach as well as two variations on it, the transaction method and the guideline public company method.
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When prevention fails … Jointly published guide details fraud detection techniques
Summer 2009
Newsletter: Valuation Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 1044
Abstract: No organization can ever completely eliminate the risk of fraud in its business — even when preventive measures have been put in place — which makes timely detection crucial. Managing the Business Risk of Fraud: A Practical Guide, jointly published by several industry associations, offers valuable information on the detection techniques a fraud expert might employ. This article discusses some of those techniques, such as whistleblower hotlines, process controls, documentation methods and several proactive measures. A sidebar lists 10 criteria for evaluating fraud detection techniques.