As warmer weather arrives and households tackle spring cleaning to-dos, it is the perfect time to bring a simplified approach to your finances and “clean house.” Here are considerations for how to “spring clean” your finances:
Have You Converted to the New Form I-9 Yet?
As expected, a new edition of the I-9 employment eligibility verification form has been issued for public use. The new edition is dated 10/21/2019 and will become mandatory on May 1, 2020. Through April 30, 2020, employers can continue to use the previous edition of Form I-9, dated 07/17/2017. For validation, employers can confirm that they are using the current and correct edition of the form by checking the form date in the lower left corner, which should read 10/21/2019, and the expiration date in the upper right corner, which should read 10/31/2022. Read More
To Deduct or Not to Deduct. That is the question often asked, especially this time of year.
Business deductions are very tricky to decipher, and what can cause even more inaccurate reporting, is a lack of or simply inadequate, records.
Why will the coronavirus affect your marketing plans?
Since such a high percentage of promotional products and much apparel are made in China, we will likely see supply issues later this year. According to our PPAI media (Promotional Products Association Newslink), here is some information on what has happened and what we can expect.
Does your business need an app? Thoughts to consider.
If you own a business, chances are you have considered developing a mobile app. Before making the leap, read this blog. It could save you a ton of money.
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Are You Medicare Eligible and Confused about Sign up Dates and Rules? Here are the Basics
I recently had a mechanical engineer who builds bridges in my office. After we discussed Medicare he said, “I build bridges and I STILL don’t understand this stuff.”
Better Late Than Never
Oops, I didn’t do any tax planning and 2019 is gone! Before you give up entirely, here are a few ideas that you can still do that might help your 2019 tax situation!
Series on Supplemental Benefits: What can be Considered Supplemental Benefits?
As the new year started, I watched the AFLAC duck attempt yoga on a tv commercial. AFLAC has done a great job at marketing with the duck. But I wondered, do people REALLY know how supplemental benefits work. The next couple months I will do a series of articles on the different carriers, defining the types of benefits available on a voluntary basis, how the plans are implemented and how benefits are paid. This first month, will focus on supplemental benefit basics.
To Keep or Not to Keep. Recordkeeping 101.
Two months into the new decade, and, pretty much, feels just like the last decade, only moving faster! In preparing for the new year, I start by organizing my recordkeeping from the past 12 months. I do this every December. Read More
What You Need to Know About the NEW 2020 Form W-4
The new Form W-4 doesn’t have to be confusing. Read More
You Are Not Alone
Do the laundry, make dinner, pay the bills, pack the kids lunches, clean the house, walk the dog, feed the cat, 5:00 soccer practice…….
And….. this is the ‘to-do’ list rattling around in your head, even before your alarm goes off at 6:00 AM!
Then your day begins…….
Show Your Customers Some Extra Love This Month!
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, it’s that time of year to set aside our busy schedules to show our loved ones how much we care about them. Why not do the same with your business? Here are a few ways that small business owners can show their customers how much they care in the spirit of Valentine’s Day!
Are You More SECURE with The New Tax Law?
On December 20, 2019, President Trump signed into law the “Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement” Act or “SECURE” Act for short. This law includes several provisions related to retirement and college savings plans to make it easier and less costly for employers to set up and more accessible for employees to save for retirement. There are also items that help older individuals stretch their savings, so they have less chance of outliving their assets.
Marketing Resolutions for 2020
It’s the start of a new decade – does that mean this year’s resolutions are even more important to stick with? Resolutions are only wishes and desires until you format them as an actionable goal with a plan for how to make it a reality. Kick off the roaring ‘20s with marketing resolutions (turned into plans) that will help you reach this year’s business goals. Here are a few idea starters! Read More