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Business · 2 min read ·
Increasing Customer Loyalty
Whether you want to connect with a business colleague or a personal friend, relating with people on a personal level generally produces positive results. When it comes to businesses seeking better relationships with t…
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Business · 3 min read ·
New CA Legislation to Protect Employers from Unfair Labor Law Liabilities
The Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE) oversees and enforces the wage, hour and working condition labor laws. Naturally, many employers turn to the DLSE for guidance and advice in order to stay in complian…
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Business · 2 min read ·
Past Laurels vs. Future Success
Have you grown too comfortable with were you are at in business? I recently came across this piece of advice from Jennifer Blumin, Founder of Skylight Group: “Don’t focus only on your business. Keep your ears to the g…
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Business · 2 min read ·
Is Your Small Businesses Protected Against Payment Fraud?
You have most likely heard IRS warnings against tax fraud, or been cautioned numerous times about the dangers of identity theft. But what about your business? Not only must we be aware of fraud attempts against person…
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Business · 3 min read ·
Thinking About Buying an Existing Business?
Thinking about buying an existing business? True, buying a business may mean a lot of the ground work for startups is done already, but investing in a small business certainly does not guarantee instant success. Buyin…
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Business · 2 min read ·
Failing to Upgrade from Windows XP Will Leave You Vulnerable
Although tech support is not one of our usual topics, losing support for Windows XP will have a wide effect on small businesses. Anyone who currently uses Windows XP as their operating system will soon be at risk for…
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Business · 4 min read ·
“Dirty Dozen” Tax Scams for 2014, Part 4
In the last post , we found that taxpayers should be wary of charity scams, always file their wages absolutely accurately, and never, ever use a frivolous argument to avoid paying taxes as this is a felony. Finally we…
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Business · 3 min read ·
“Dirty Dozen” Tax Scams for 2014, Part 3
In the last post we discussed the dangers of picking the wrong tax preparer as well as the stiff consequences of hiding income and assets from the IRS via offshore accounts. Continuing the topic of this year’s “dirty…
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Business · 4 min read ·
“Dirty Dozen” Tax Scams for 2014, Part 2
In continuation of the “dirty dozen” tax schemes for 2014, keep a close eye on your tax preparer, and be honest with your reporting to avoid heavy repercussions! To read the first scams discussed, see “Dirty Dozen” Ta…
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Business · 4 min read ·
“Dirty Dozen” Tax Scams for 2014, Part 1
It’s tax time. Unfortunately, this means it’s also tax scam time as well—since crimes related to tax tend to peak right about now. "Taxpayers should be on the lookout for tax scams using the IRS name,” said IRS Commis…
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Bookkeeping · 3 min read ·
Common Tax Mistakes Made By Start-Ups
Tax obligations are often a dreaded aspect of starting up a business, but sorting out your tax obligations doesn’t have to feel like pulling teeth! Here are a few tips to avoid common startup tax mistakes so you can m…
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Business · 2 min read ·
Hip, Vegan, Sustainable and Ready to Launch: GIJ Vegan Bags and Pouches
We usually discuss bookkeeping/payroll issues, but we like to support our clients in their business efforts and would like to share an opportunity to help a new business. Designed and headquartered in Manhattan Beach,…
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