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  • Your employee reimbursement plan may violate the ACA

    Winter 2015
    Newsletter: Nonprofit Observer

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 442

    Abstract: In 2015, many midsize or larger employers, including nonprofits, must offer an affordable, minimum level of health insurance coverage to full-time employees — or risk financial penalties. Smaller employers are required to inform employees about their health insurance options. But other elements of the ACA are less straightforward and have proven confusing for some organizations. As this article explains, employers that don’t provide insurance but offer to reimburse employees for coverage obtained elsewhere may not be in compliance.

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  • Converting a sole proprietorship to a limited liability company

    October 2014
    Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 442

    Abstract: As sole proprietors, business owners enjoy the advantage of simplified income tax reporting, but sole proprietorship status can expose a business owner’s personal assets to the risks and liabilities of their business operation. To provide a broader protection from liability, state statutes generally allow a sole proprietor to conduct business as a limited liability company (LLC). This article explores the benefits of an LLC, but notes that a sole proprietor will need to weigh these against the initial legal and administrative costs of accomplishing the conversion.

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  • Practical Perspectives: Key financial issues for you and your family – Amending a tax return — the right way

    June / July 2014
    Newsletter: Trendlines

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 442

    Abstract: In this issue’s “Practical Perspectives,” we discuss the case of “Anna,” an independent contractor who realized she’d neglected to deduct a couple of sizable business expenses. Wondering if she needed to file an amended return, she visited her tax advisor, who answered “yes” — and explained how she should proceed.

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  • Practical Perspectives: Key financial issues for you and your family – Giving thanks for family financial planning

    October / November 2013
    Newsletter: Trendlines

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 442

    Abstract: In this issue, “Practical Perspectives” looks at a couple who were looking forward to their Thanksgiving dinner, with their large extended family present. Their financial advisor noted that this would present an opportunity to look at the older and younger generations gathered at the table and think about their financial needs in the coming years.

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  • Construction Success Story – Contractor looks to turn around turnover

    July / August 2011
    Newsletter: Contractor

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 442

    Abstract: This issue’s “Construction Success Story” features a medical facilities contractor who suspected that high turnover was contributing to the company’s suddenly slumping profits. His financial advisor showed him a way to measure his turnover cost, and then address the root cause of the problem.

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  • Construction Success Story – Contractor seeks to prevail over prevailing wage confusion

    March / April 2011
    Newsletter: Contractor

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 442

    Abstract: This issue’s “Construction Success Story” describes a contractor who hadn’t worked on public projects before, and needed some advice on navigating the confusing prevailing wage laws. His advisor determined the amount of increased benefits the contractor would have to pay his workers, but also showed him the most tax-advantageous way to do so and recommended specific construction software that could help keep accurate records and avoid fines.

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  • Dealer Digest

    September / October 2010
    Newsletter: Dealer Insights

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 442

    Abstract: This issue’s “Dealer Digest” highlights a Foresight Research survey showing the importance of the dealership in the consumer’s car-buying decision; a Wells Fargo/Gallup survey revealing dealerships’ continuing caution in regard to hiring; and closed dealerships that have converted their facilities to car-care centers.

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  • 3 simple steps to better personal credit management

    Spring 2010
    Newsletter: Management & Tax Concepts

    Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50

    Word count: 442

    Abstract: The rough economy and its slow recovery have had marked effects on many people’s personal finances. Many Americans have been leaning harder on their credit cards, but this puts them at greater risk for not only overextending that credit, but also falling victim to fraud as their account numbers go into wider circulation. And, for business owners, the risk is even greater. Lenders are increasingly looking into a company owner’s personal credit history, including personal guarantees. The good news is that everyone — business owner or otherwise — can create a relatively simple credit management plan by following three important steps.

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