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Business · 3 min read ·
How to Manage Your Reputation Online
Your business’s online presence is one of the most important advertising tools at your disposal. According to The Hartford’s Small Biz Ahead , approximately 95% of consumers research goods and services online before d…
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Business · 2 min read ·
Paycheck Protection Program
Are you an employer who has been facing cash-flow challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic? Today’s blog is one of interest to you as it will discuss a loan program that could allow you to keep employees working and he…
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Business · 4 min read ·
Families First Coronavirus Response Act FAQs
There has been a lot of information coming out in the last week or so that may leave you with more questions than answers. One of the pieces of legislation is the Families First Cornavirus Response Act (FFCRA). This b…
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Business · 2 min read ·
Help for CA Businesses Impacted by Covid-19
We are dealing with an unprecedented situation. The global spread of a virus affecting how we live and operate our businesses. And as of yesterday, those of us in California were told we should shelter in place in our…
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Business · 3 min read ·
The Importance of Trademarking Your Business
Rebranding your business is a huge undertaking. It can be a fun and exciting process if you’re simply setting out to improve your company’s aesthetic, but it’s not something that you want to be forced to do. The best…
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Business · 3 min read ·
How to Write a Job Description that Appeals to the Millennial Workforce
There is a lot of talk, both positive and negative, surrounding the generation known as “millennials.” Regardless of how you feel about them, millennials, also known as “Gen Y,” now make up a large part of the workfor…
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Business · 3 min read ·
The Safest Way to Reimburse Employees for Mobile Device Usage
In the current age of the technological revolution, mobile devices have become widely used in nearly every facet of life. Most Americans use their phones for almost all of their daily activities, from transportation a…
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Business · 3 min read ·
Holiday Sales Can Affect Online Sellers Reporting Requirements
With the rush of holidays sales behind them, many retailers are celebrating starting the year in the black with Black Friday and Christmas profits in the coffers. Online sellers, in particular, did very well during th…
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Business · 2 min read ·
Is Your Business Eligible for Family and Medical Leave Credit?
According to the IRS , employers who offer paid medical and family leave to their employees may be eligible for a credit to reduce their tax liability. This employer credit for family and medical leave was added in 20…
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Business · 3 min read ·
Why You May Want to Consider Electing S Corp Status
As a small business owner, one of the most important (albeit often overlooked) decisions that you can make for your company is selecting the legal structure that is the best fit for your needs. In this article, we wil…
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Business · 3 min read ·
How to Cut Interest on Money Used in Business
If you own a business and have accrued any kind of debt, from taking out a line of credit from the bank, to a margin loan on securities, or a mortgage on the building from which your company operates, cutting interest…
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Business · 2 min read ·
It’s 1099 Filing Season Again!
It’s January and the mandated 1099 filing season is upon us! If filing the 1099-MISC form, you must not only send to the recipient by January 31st, but they must also be paper or electronically filed by that date with…
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