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How to value a distressed business
September / October 2020
Newsletter: Advocate's Edge / Litigation Support
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 668
Abstract: The COVID-19 pandemic has caused many businesses around the globe to struggle financially. Distressed businesses present challenges during the valuation process. This article explains how business valuation experts tailor their analyses to address these challenges.
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Don’t put payroll management on autopilot
Summer 2020
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 668
Abstract: The COVID-19 pandemic has thrown the economy for a loop. Many law firms have had to trim expenses and furlough employees. Laying off or decreasing pay for support staff, associates and partners can add payroll tasks to your workload. If your firm is reducing people on the payroll or outsourcing work to independent contractors, there are several issues management should review carefully. This article covers what you need to know about payroll management during this uncertain time.
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How the SECURE Act could affect retirement planning
Summer 2020
Newsletter: Management & Tax Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 668
Abstract: In late 2019, landmark legislation was signed into law that will impact retirement planning for millions of Americans. The Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act will make it easier to save money for a financially secure retirement. This article discusses the Act’s beneficial provisions as well as one provision that isn’t helpful: the elimination of “stretch” IRAs.
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The 411 on IoT: Everything is connected
Winter 2019
Newsletter: On-Site
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 668
Abstract: Today, everything is connected — from refrigerators to HVAC to security systems. This phenomenon is known as the Internet of Things (IoT), and it’s a topic on which virtually every contractor should gain some expertise. This article discusses how to get up to speed on IoT and how this technology will likely affect the construction industry going forward.
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Americans with Disabilities Act – When can employers require physical examinations?
January / February 2018
Newsletter: Employment Law Briefing
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 668
Abstract: A prospective full-time employee was required to take a physical examination by an employer. When he didn’t pass it, the job offer was revoked and his temporary position was terminated. As this article explains, the Tenth Circuit’s decision as to whether the employer had violated the Americans with Disabilities Act hinged on the position’s essential job functions. Iselin v. Bama Companies, Inc., No. 16-5132, May 26, 2017 (10th Cir.)
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Highlighting the difference between FMLA leave and vacation
May / June 2017
Newsletter: Employment Law Briefing
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 668
Abstract: When an employee was discharged after taking time off from work, he sued his former employer for violating the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). This article discusses the Fourth Circuit case, including why the court distinguished between medically necessary FMLA leave and vacation. Sharif v. United Airlines, Inc., No. 15-1747, October 31, 2016 (4th Cir.)
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Nonprofit life cycle – Challenges and opportunities mark growth stage
Fall 2016
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 668
Abstract: A nonprofit’s growth stage — beginning two or three years after “birth” and continuing until “maturation” at around age seven — isn’t without challenges. But this period also comes with a sense of accomplishment and the opportunity to diversify and bring in new staff and donors as the organization comes into its own. This article discusses the evolution of the organization’s mission, staff and finances.
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Surviving the economic recovery depends on your cash flow
Summer 2015
Newsletter: Construction Industry Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 668
Abstract: As the economy continues to improve, many construction companies are shifting from survival mode into growth mode. That’s good news, but it’s critical for contractors to take a cautious approach to growth — the failure rate for construction companies during an economic recovery is triple the failure rate during an economic downturn. Why? Because growth, while healthy, also puts a strain on a company’s cash flow. This article offers seven tips for managing cash flow wisely.
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Putting the brakes on employee fraud
October / November 2014
Newsletter: Focus
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 668
Abstract: The average business loses about 5% of its annual revenue to fraudulent actions by employees, according to estimates provided by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE). The median loss? A hefty $145,000. And companies with fewer than 100 employees tend to suffer disproportionately. This article offers six tips for avoiding fraud.
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Internal controls – How can you deter fraud effectively?
July / August 2014
Newsletter: Dealer Insights
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 668
Abstract: Dealers who have a strong internal control system in place might sleep more soundly. A strong system begins with detailed and accurate financial information and a systematic means of frequently monitoring such data. This article offers a number of tips to help dealers achieve this and nip fraud in the bud.
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Putting property in your portfolio – Real estate investors seeking income may look to REITs
November / December 2013
Newsletter: Planning for Prosperity / Wealth Management Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 668
Abstract: Generally, the drawbacks of owning individual commercial or residential properties outweigh the advantages — there are issues regarding diversification, liquidity, and the amount of attention required. So, to obtain the income and diversification benefits of real estate without the challenges of direct ownership, many investors instead turn to a more convenient alternative — real estate investment trusts (REITs). This article explains how REITs work and how they might — or might not — be advantageous for particular investors.
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Tips for setting and meeting your dealership’s 2013 goals
November / December 2012
Newsletter: Dealer Insights
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 668
Abstract: Auto dealerships often find setting, monitoring and meeting objectives for the coming year to be difficult tasks. This article offers some advice for developing — and reaching — annual business objectives. It shows how to identify objectives and have them meet certain “S-M-A-R-T” criteria. It also looks at how to monitor progress and ensure the dealership is meeting its goals throughout the year.
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$1 doesn’t always equal $1 – Cash flow value is subjective
October / November 2010
Newsletter: Merger & Acquisition Focus
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 668
Abstract: When valuing a company for sale, not only might a buyer’s valuator disagree with a seller’s valuator, but experts working for different prospective buyers can arrive at different conclusions. This article discusses judgment calls that are often part of the valuation process. It covers what buyers are looking for, the period of time the valuation might reflect, and how discount rates are calculated.
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Hiring a top-notch finance manager – Personality mix and motivation are key
July / August 2010
Newsletter: Dealer Insights
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 668
Abstract: Finding a finance manager who can help lead a dealership to profitability is challenging: The person must have a special mix of traits and skills and be able to negotiate purchase prices, payment terms and service contracts with customers day in and day out. To get such top-notch talent, dealers should offer this pivotal player an income that’s both motivating to him or her and fair to the business. There are several ways to design an attractive incentive-based plan.
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Solving the puzzle — How to find the right-size discount or premium
July / August 2010
Newsletter: Viewpoint on Value
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 668
Abstract: Valuation discounts and premiums can be difficult pieces to fit into the valuation puzzle. They may be somewhat subjective, and valuators may use methods that preclude the need to subtract discounts — or add premiums. This article explains how discounts and premiums relate to marketability and investor control and how valuators typically go about finding and supporting them.
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Initial steps to integration success
February / March 2010
Newsletter: Merger & Acquisition Focus
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 668
Abstract: M&A deal participants usually focus their energy on such activities as pricing, due diligence and negotiations. Numerous studies and ample anecdotal evidence suggest, however, that poor integration is the most common reason that mergers fail to meet their objectives. Buyers need to get the process rolling before they tell employees or publicly announce the deal. It’s necessary to develop an “integration philosophy” and then form a team to implement a process consistent with that philosophy. Integration isn’t a monolithic task, but instead a collection of smaller, but critical, activities involving employees, management, technology, products and clients.