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Annual reports — Putting your best face forward
Winter 2013
Newsletter: Nonprofit Observer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 658
Abstract: Everyone from major donors to grantmakers, charity watchdog groups to the government, may read a nonprofit’s annual report — and use it to make important decisions affecting the organization. As this article explains, it’s critical that annual reports be professional, substantive, accurate and interesting enough to grab and keep readers’ attention.
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New 3.8% Medicare contribution tax on unearned income
September 2012
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 658
Abstract: Beginning in 2013, the 2010 Health Care Act, as amended by the 2010 Health Care Reconciliation Act, imposes a Medicare contribution tax on unearned income (Medicare contribution tax) on individuals, estates and trusts. For individuals, the tax is 3.8% of the lesser of (a) net investment income or (b) the excess of modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) over the applicable threshold amount. This article examines the details and offers three examples of the potential tax impact.
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Could pay-for-performance bonuses give you a boost?
November / December 2011
Newsletter: Contractor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 658
Abstract: For contractors who have either stopped offering bonuses to cut costs or no longer wish to hand out bonuses quite so freely, a performance-based bonus plan might be the answer. Such plans can motivate employees and align their efforts more closely with company goals — but they can be a challenge to set up. This article offers tips on tying bonuses to specific activities; how to pay for the program; and timing and quality issues.
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Are you mishandling your independent contractors? The IRS is watching more closely than ever
January / February 2011
Newsletter: Contractor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 658
Abstract: For many years now, the IRS has been monitoring, in some cases challenging, employers’ handling of independent contractors. At issue: the agency’s contention that some companies are misclassifying employees as independent contractors. And construction companies are particularly in danger of running into classification troubles. This article explains how to distinguish between the two categories, and what to do if cases of misclassification are found.
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Making the case for a telecommuting option
Summer 2010
Newsletter: Management & Tax Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 658
Abstract: Telecommuting is becoming increasingly popular, but some are still hesitant to undertake this step. There are some risks involved, but the potential benefits include reduced overhead costs, increased productivity, and lower hiring and retention costs. As the technology involved becomes more pervasive and less expensive, this option is one every company should at least consider for certain positions.
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Batten down the hatches – Cross-training keeps you afloat when a key employee leaves
March / April 2008
Newsletter: Dealer Insights
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 658
Abstract: If a key employee jumps ship or falls overboard because of a new job, illness, retirement or death, that person’s absence can leave your dealership critically understaffed and at risk from the competition. This article prepares you to be ready for rough seas until you find and train this star sailor’s replacement. (Updated 5/30/12)