If you’ve ever longed for a remote job but weren’t sure how to make it happen, then take note. Not only are all these jobs work from home (WFH), but they also provide training. Some even provide the equipment and steady hours right from the start. Whether you’re between jobs or want to switch careers, … Continue reading “7 Remote Jobs That Provide Training”
Part 2 In this second part of our two-part series on the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), we examine the legislation’s impact on businesses, trusts, and estates. In addition, we will look at its overall economic impact. Estate Tax Changes The federal estate tax exemption receives a significant boost under OBBBA. Previously set to … Continue reading “One Big Beautiful Bill Act: Part 2 – What the New Tax Law Means for Your Business”
HALT Fentanyl Act (S 331) – On Jan. 30, Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-LA) introduced this bipartisan act in order to close a loophole that allowed clandestine drug manufacturers to evade illegal drug laws by altering the chemical composition of fentanyl. The legislation permanently classifies all versions of fentanyl as a Schedule I substance, much like … Continue reading “Preventing AI Deepfakes, Deterring Fentanyl and Foreign Aggression, and Strengthening Small Businesses”
Working capital is the difference between a business’ current assets and liabilities. Negative working capital can happen when a business’ current assets are below its current liabilities. Therefore, working Capital = Accounts Receivable + Inventory – Accounts Payable. It’s a way to measure a company’s ability to meet short-term liabilities, such as managing inventory, satisfying … Continue reading “Dissecting Working Capital”
Liquidity looks at how well a company can handle paying wages, inventory, and lending repayments via measuring its cash or quasi-cash levels. Put another way, it looks at the health of a company’s cash flow to satisfy short-term financial obligations. It’s important to be mindful of different sectors and what’s normal or healthy based on … Continue reading “Examining Differences Between Liquidity And Solvency”
Right smack dab in the middle of summer might seem like the worst time to think about your taxes, but it’s actually the perfect time. Here’s what taking a pause in July allows you to do. Get Organized Do you have all your receipts? Are your records up to date? Did you move, get married, … Continue reading “6 Reasons for Mid-Year Tax Planning”
Running a small business often means working with a mix of people: some full-time staff, part-time helpers, seasonal workers or project-based contractors. While this flexibility helps manage costs and workload, it creates a crucial decision point that many business owners underestimate: properly classifying each worker. The stakes couldn’t be higher. Companies like FedEx have paid … Continue reading “Navigating Worker Classification: The Critical Difference Between Employees and Independent Contractors”
If you are in the market for a new job or are interested in extracting more value from your current one, consider some of the newer trends in company benefits. The following is a primer on what might be available to help supplement your income with your current employer or benefits to look for when … Continue reading “Job Shopping: What’s New in Company Benefits”
The rapid pace of technological change, particularly the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in daily workflows, is reshaping the global economy and the nature of work. Today’s digital divide is no longer limited to internet access in underserved communities. The divide has now become a business risk impacting productivity, inclusion, and competitiveness. What is the … Continue reading “Addressing the Digital Divide within the Workforce”
Part 1 The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) passed the House on July 3 and was signed into law by President Trump. This comprehensive legislation makes several expiring tax cuts from the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent while at the same time introducing several temporary provisions through 2028. In this two-part series, … Continue reading “One Big Beautiful Bill Act: Part 1 – What the New Tax Law Means for You”