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  • Is “bunching” medical expenses still feasible in 2019?

    Fall 2019
    Newsletter: Business Matters

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 374

    Abstract: Among the most important impacts of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act is its increase of the standard deduction. This article explains how the increase has affected the strategy of “bunching” deductible medical expenses into one year to save tax dollars.

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  • Looks count – IRS wants “image money” included in a dealership’s gross income

    Winter 2015
    Newsletter: Auto Focus

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 374

    Abstract: One way that some automobile manufacturers motivate dealerships to renovate, modernize and upgrade their facilities is by encouraging them to participate in “facility image upgrade programs.” These programs often provide payments to dealerships to help defray costs. Some dealerships wonder how these payments — referred to by the IRS as “upgrade image support” payments and commonly called “image money” by dealers — should be treated from a tax perspective. This article discusses a recent IRS General Legal Advice memorandum clarifying its position on this issue.

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  • Estate Planning Pitfall — You’re donating real estate to charity

    June / July 2012
    Newsletter: Insight on Estate Planning

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 374

    Abstract: In the current real estate market, donating a property to charity may be an attractive alternative to selling it. But this brief article lists five potential tax traps to look out for, including failure to properly substantiate a donation and the ramifications of donating to a private foundation rather than a public charity.

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  • SBJA creates tax-planning opportunities

    January / February 2011
    Newsletter: Tax Impact

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 374

    Abstract: On Sept. 27, President Obama signed the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 (SBJA), which created $30 billion in funding for small business loans. It also provided several tax incentives for businesses — both large and small. In light of these incentives, this article lists three actions to consider in 2011, including getting rid of “built-in gain” property and reviewing business credits.

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  • Vital Stats – HIPAA expands under HITECH

    Summer 2009
    Newsletter: Rx for Practice Management / Practice Management Advisor

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 374

    Abstract: The Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act (HITECH) applies to certain “covered entities,” including physician practices and their “business associates” that do work for any entity that involves “protected health information,” or PHI. This short article describes the details, including significant monetary penalties for noncompliance.

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  • What makes you special? Finding a USP that differentiates your dealership

    Summer 2009
    Newsletter: Auto Focus

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 374

    Abstract: Competing on price alone is a tough way to survive – it requires significant sales volume to turn a profit. In today’s economy, successful dealerships differentiate themselves with a unique selling proposition (USP). A USP is a focused message that promises something unique that others can’t (or don’t) provide. When choosing a USP, you should consider your strengths, your competitors’ weaknesses and, perhaps most important, who your best customers are and what they want.

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  • Third-party sales leads – 3 tips for choosing new media

    May / June 2008
    Newsletter: Dealer Insights

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 374

    Abstract: Some dealers think third-party leads are a waste of time. Others say “the more, the merrier.” Contradictory? Yes, but in this day of technologically savvy, convenience-driven, cost-conscious auto buyers, one thing is certain: The number of new media influencers is dynamic. Here are three tips to help you skim the cream from the milk.

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