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How businesses can assess risk of worker misclassification
September 2019
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 407
Abstract: Classifying a worker as an independent contractor means an employer isn’t obligated to pay many payroll-related taxes. But doing so may also draw IRS scrutiny. This article discusses key factors and proactive measures in following the rules when it comes to independent contractors.
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Tax Tips – Helping employees pay down student loan debt
July / August 2019
Newsletter: Tax Impact
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 407
Abstract: These brief tips explain guidance the IRS provided to one employer regarding paying down employees’ student debt; explore the concept of “upstream” estate planning; and detail overlooked charitable deductions.
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Cash is king – The role this often-derided asset plays in your portfolio
March / April 2019
Newsletter: Planning for Prosperity / Wealth Management Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 407
Abstract: Many investors shy away from cash investments, such as Treasury bills, money market funds, and savings accounts. But cash plays an integral role in a well-diversified portfolio — particularly as interest rates tick up. This article cites several advantages of cash, including diversification, inflation protection and FDIC insurance.
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Newsbits – Many nonprofits are poised to grow, but recognize risks
Spring 2018
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 407
Abstract: This issue’s “Newsbits” spotlights a study showing that many nonprofits are poised to expand but recognize the risks involved, new features of the IRS’s Form 990-EZ, and fundraising efforts involving gaming that collected large sums of money for hurricane victims.
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Study links costly care with fewer malpractice claims
Spring 2016
Newsletter: Healthcare Management Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 407
Abstract: Many physicians report practicing “defensive medicine” — care provided solely to reduce the threat of malpractice liability — in the United States. Until recently, though, no studies have evaluated whether greater resource use by physicians — whether defensively motivated or not — is actually associated with reduced risk of malpractice claims. This article offers findings from researchers that linked data on nearly 19 million hospital admissions in Florida from 2000 to 2009 to the malpractice history of more than 24,000 physicians in seven specialties.
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Is an online freight marketplace right for you?
Summer 2014
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 407
Abstract: A new generation of online businesses wants to cut the transportation middleman out of the warehousing and distribution equation. These new marketplaces offer manufacturers and distributors greater convenience and efficiency by directly matching them with freight carriers, cutting down on red tape and lag time. But this article cautions that, without proper research and planning, it might not be possible to achieve the desired cost savings and efficiencies. It discusses how these online marketplaces work and how to avoid potential pitfalls.
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Leasing property to a closely held corporation
May 2014
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 407
Abstract: Shareholders of closely held C corporations routinely lease real estate, equipment, and other property to their corporate entity. These leases can be held directly by the shareholder or through a separate entity, such as a partnership, LLC, or S corporation. Of course, the corporation could directly purchase the item or lease it from an independent source. But this article describes several advantages that can motivate these leasing arrangements.
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Sunny outlook for distributors
Spring 2014
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 407
Abstract: The U.S. warehousing and distribution industry is about to get a whole lot faster, bigger and leaner, according to a recent survey by a telecommunications consulting firm. Yet, as this article explains, many distributors might not take full advantage of this trend because they are decidedly low-tech when it comes to inventory management and other day-to-day operations. Even though the survey indicates that many plan to beef up their technology, they are also planning to reduce their employee-training time. But this could be a costly mistake.
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BANK Wire – Take an interest in interest rate risk
Winter 2014
Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 407
Abstract: This issue’s “BANK Wire” takes a look at a recent Financial Institution Letter in which the FDIC signaled a heightened interest in banks’ interest rate risk management practices. BANK Wire also discusses a lawsuit in which the plaintiff — having declined to implement its bank’s suggested security controls — sued the bank after suffering a fraud loss. It also notes that, the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act notwithstanding, regulatory agencies have now declared it generally acceptable to report suspected elder financial abuse to the appropriate authorities.
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Tax Tips – Play or pay: Is your business ready?
July / August 2013
Newsletter: Tax Impact
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 407
Abstract: This issue’s “Tax Tips” looks at IRS substantiation requirements for supporting a charitable deduction, and discusses the simplified home office deduction. It also explains why this year may be a good time to buy qualified small business stock (QSBS).
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Dealer Digest – Why do potential customers leave?
July / August 2011
Newsletter: Dealer Insights
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 407
Abstract: This issue’s &ldquoDealer Digest” looks at the real reasons many customers leave a dealership without buying; the recent jump in new vehicle sales; and the IRS’s relaxation of lien-filing practices.
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News for Nonprofits – IRS focuses on employment returns, Form 990 topics
April / May 2011
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 407
Abstract: This issue’s “News for Nonprofits” looks at the IRS’s Exempt Organization (EO) Office’s plans to examine employment tax returns for information nonprofits report on employment issues, and to look at information on Form 990 for insight on how tax-exempt organizations are operating and prioritizing projects. It also looks at four additional requirements that hospitals must meet to qualify as 501(c)(3) charitable organizations, and two Accounting Standards Updates that revise reporting requirements for health care providers and try to provide more consistency in financial statements.
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Ask the Advisor – Q: What’s a minority stake deal and why should I consider one?
Year End 2010
Newsletter: Merger & Acquisition Focus
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 407
Abstract: Some companies are having trouble finding appropriate buyers in this uncertain economic environment. One alternative that prospective sellers — or businesses that simply need to raise substantial cash — might want to consider is allowing an individual investor to take a minority stake in the company. This article discusses the circumstances in which such deals might be advantageous.
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Managing vendor risk
Winter 2010
Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 407
Abstract: Many banks outsource a variety of activities, but that doesn’t mean they can sign the contract and forget about it. Federal regulations require banks to develop and maintain a vendor management program designed to protect customer information. And while these requirements may seem daunting, especially for smaller community banks, a risk-based approach can minimize the burden. There are several steps a bank should take to ensure compliance; an important part of the process is a formal risk assessment.
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Form 990: Schedule G changes tracking of fundraising, gaming
June / July 2009
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 407
Abstract: With new Form 990 tax requirements taking effect May 15, nonprofits will have to pay greater attention to how they track information for their tax returns. One new schedule will apply to many: Schedule G, “Supplemental Information Regarding Fundraising or Gaming Activities.” This short article explains what a nonprofit needs to do if it earns revenue of $15,000 or more from fundraising activities or events or from gaming activities.