4 ways business owners can make “the leadership connection”

4 ways business owners can make “the leadership connection” To get the most from any team, its leader must establish a productive rapport…

Hiring independent contractors? Make sure you’re doing it right

Hiring independent contractors? Make sure you’re doing it right Many businesses turn to independent contractors to help manage costs,…

Companies should take a holistic approach to cybersecurity

Companies should take a holistic approach to cybersecurity Today’s businesses have two broad choices regarding cybersecurity: wait for…

How your business can sharpen its marketing strategy

How your business can sharpen its marketing strategy Creating a marketing strategy for any company isn’t a “one and done” activity. As…

The IRS recently announced 2026 amounts for Health Savings Accounts

The IRS recently announced 2026 amounts for Health Savings Accounts The IRS recently released the 2026 inflation-adjusted amounts for…

Mission and vision statements help businesses rise above the din

Mission and vision statements help businesses rise above the din Many of today’s businesses operate in a cacophonous marketplace. Everyone…

Family business focus: Addressing estate and succession planning

Family business focus: Addressing estate and succession planning The future often weighs heavier on the shoulders of family business…

Corporate business owners: Is your salary reasonable in the eyes of the IRS?

Corporate business owners: Is your salary reasonable in the eyes of the IRS? Determining “reasonable compensation” is a critical issue for…

Can you turn business losses into tax relief?

Can you turn business losses into tax relief? Even well-run companies experience down years. The federal tax code may allow a bright…

Cost management is critical for companies today

Cost management is critical for companies today Many business owners take an informal approach to controlling costs, tackling the issue…

An education plan can pay off for your employees — and your business

An education plan can pay off for your employees — and your business Your business can set up an educational assistance plan that can give…

EBHRAs: A flexible health benefits choice for businesses

EBHRAs: A flexible health benefits choice for businesses Today’s companies have several kinds of tax-advantaged accounts or arrangements…

Explore SEP and SIMPLE retirement plans for your small business

Explore SEP and SIMPLE retirement plans for your small business Suppose you’re thinking about setting up a retirement plan for yourself and…

How companies can spot dangers by examining concentration

How companies can spot dangers by examining concentration At first glance, the word “concentration” might seem to describe a positive…

Businesses considering incorporation should beware of the reasonable compensation conundrum

Businesses considering incorporation should beware of the reasonable compensation conundrum Small to midsize businesses have valid reasons…

Small business alert: Watch out for the 100% penalty

Small business alert: Watch out for the 100% penalty Some tax sins are much worse than others. An example is failing to pay over federal…

Is your business on top of its tech stack?

Is your business on top of its tech stack? Like many business owners, you’ve probably received a lot of technology advice. One term you may…

Are you a tax-favored real estate professional?

Are you a tax-favored real estate professional? For federal income tax purposes, the general rule is that rental real estate losses are…

Are “workationers” a danger to your business?

Are “workationers” a danger to your business? Every company presumably wants a workforce full of engaged employees. However, is it possible…

Taming the tax tangle if you’re retiring soon

Taming the tax tangle if you’re retiring soon Retirement is often viewed as an opportunity to travel, spend time with family or simply…

Many business tax limits have increased in 2025

Many business tax limits have increased in 2025 A variety of tax-related limits that affect businesses are indexed annually based on…

D&O insurance may be worth considering for some companies

D&O insurance may be worth considering for some companies Strong leadership is essential to running a successful business. However, as…

Questions about taxes and tips? Here are some answers for employers

Questions about taxes and tips? Here are some answers for employers Businesses in certain industries employ service workers who receive…

On developing an effective IT modernization strategy

On developing an effective IT modernization strategy Information technology (IT) is constantly evolving. As the owner of a small to midsize…