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Attracting skilled labor with retirement opportunities – SECURE 2.0 can help manufacturers
Summer 2023
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 922
Abstract: The Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement 2.0 Act makes it easier for employees to save for retirement by increasing contribution limits and expanding hardship withdrawals. It also offers tax credits and other incentives for employers that adopt new retirement plans and authorizes plan enhancements that can help employers boost participation in existing plans. This article reviews key provisions for manufacturers to consider. A brief sidebar looks at “starter 401(k) plans,” an option that can be easier and less expensive to administer than a traditional 401(k) plan.
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Act now to maximize depreciation-related tax breaks for 2022
Fall 2022
Newsletter: On-Site
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 922
Abstract: Current tax law allows two valuable depreciation-related deductions on purchases of equipment, tools, machinery and other assets essential to construction companies. But contractors will need to move fast to make the most of them. This article discusses the latest details on the Section 179 expensing election and bonus depreciation. A sidebar notes that, under some circumstances, construction companies might want to skip these tax breaks.
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Act now to maximize depreciation-related tax breaks for 2022
September / October 2022
Newsletter: Contractor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 922
Abstract: Current tax law allows two valuable depreciation-related deductions on purchases of equipment, tools, machinery and other assets essential to construction companies. But contractors will need to move fast to make the most of them. This article discusses the latest details on the Section 179 expensing election and bonus depreciation. A sidebar notes that, under some circumstances, construction companies might want to skip these tax breaks.
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Asking for forgiveness? Contractors should handle PPP loans with care
Fall 2020
Newsletter: Construction Industry Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 922
Abstract: Many construction companies have taken advantage of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Loan recipients may qualify for debt forgiveness if they meet certain requirements and submit a timely application with their lenders. This article explains some of the factors in qualifying for forgiveness and discusses recent federal guidance. A sidebar looks at the tax considerations of loan forgiveness.
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The price of giving – Tax reform’s impact on charitable donations
May / June 2018
Newsletter: Tax Impact
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 922
Abstract: For those who make substantial donations to charity, it’s important to evaluate the impact of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) on the “price” of the gifts. Even though charitable giving is motivated primarily by compassion and generosity rather than the availability of tax incentives, the after-tax cost may affect the amount a person is willing or able to give. This article examines how the TCJA affects charitable giving. A sidebar discusses charitable IRA rollovers.
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You’ve got trouble – E-mail correspondence bounces ADEA case back to trial
May / June 2015
Newsletter: Employment Law Briefing
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 922
Abstract: This article examines a decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit regarding whether an employer terminated an employee to lower its health insurance premiums, and if such a termination violated the Age Discrimination in Employment Act. The key evidence in the case: e-mail correspondence between the employer and its health care benefits provider. A sidebar looks at an important benefits-related precursor case. Tramp v. Associated Underwriters, Inc., No. 13-2546, Oct. 7, 2014 (8th Cir.) Hazen Paper Co. v. Biggins, No. 91-1600, April 20, 1993 (Supreme Court)
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How PEOs can help you handle employee-related tasks
August / September 2012
Newsletter: Focus
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 922
Abstract: One way companies can reduce the employee-regulation workload is to engage a professional employer organization (PEO). A PEO can handle many employee-related tasks, such as administering payroll and employee benefits; collecting, reporting and depositing employment taxes; and developing employee handbooks. Essentially, the PEO becomes a co-employer. This article examines the legal and financial pros and cons, while a sidebar explains that it’s important to perform due diligence before hiring a PEO.
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Quantifying the value of customer relationships
March / April 2011
Newsletter: Valuation & Litigation Briefing / Litigation & Valuation Report
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 922
Abstract: Customer relationships often are a key component of a business’s value. In recent years, however, the methods used to value these relationships have become more sophisticated. And the method a valuator uses can have a significant impact on the determined value of the customer relationships. This article looks at the nuances, such as the circumstances in which customer relationships can be valued separately from goodwill; methods used to measure the future economic benefits of a customer relationship; and forecasting attrition through constant rate attrition (CRA) analysis.
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Preparing for battle – Strategic risk management for contractors
January / February 2010
Newsletter: Contractor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 922
Abstract: The construction business is replete with risks. Bumps in the supply chain can stall deliveries, weather can wreak havoc on project schedules and owners can go bankrupt. These realities, compounded by recent natural disasters, heavier pressure to finish projects faster and more efficiently, and a steep rise in global competition, have prompted contractors to turn to strategic risk management (SRM). Having an SRM plan can reduce the chances of unexpected risks destabilizing a business, and allow owners to gain a better perspective on what risks could actually be beneficial to their construction business. This article discusses how to set up an SRM plan, while a sidebar discusses the importance of insurance as one component.
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Considering some government work? Additional rules may apply
September / October 2008
Newsletter: Construction Law Briefing
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 922
Abstract: When litigation involves a federal construction project, the usual rules don’t always apply. Suing the U.S. government requires a plaintiff to jump through some additional hoops. This article looks at one Idaho contractor who learned this lesson the hard way.