Human Resources

5 steps to creating a pay transparency strategy

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February 28, 2025
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Today’s job seekers and employees have grown accustomed to having an incredible amount of information at their fingertips. As a result, many businesses find that failing to adequately disclose certain things negatively impacts their relationships with these parties. Take pay transparency, for example. This is the practice, or lack thereof, of a company openly sharing […]
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Tax Planning

Can I itemize deductions on my tax return?

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February 26, 2025
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You may wonder if you can claim itemized deductions on your tax return. Perhaps you made charitable contributions and were told in the past they couldn’t be claimed because you didn’t have enough deductions to itemize. How much do you need? You can itemize deductions if the total of your allowable itemized write-offs for the […]
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Tax Credits

How a business owner’s home office can result in tax deductions

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February 24, 2025
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As a business owner, you may be eligible to claim home office tax deductions that will reduce your taxable income. However, it’s crucial to understand the IRS rules to ensure compliance and avoid potential IRS audit risks. There are two methods for claiming this tax break: the actual expense method and the simplified method. Here […]
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Retirement Planning

Are your employees suffering from retirement plan leakage?

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February 21, 2025
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Today’s small to midsize businesses are often urged to help employees improve their financial wellness. And for good reason: Financially struggling workers tend to have higher stress and anxiety levels. They may be less productive and more prone to errors. Some might even decide to commit fraud. One hallmark of an employee facing serious financial […]
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IT Consulting

On developing an effective IT modernization strategy

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February 14, 2025
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Information technology (IT) is constantly evolving. As the owner of a small to midsize business, you’ve probably been told this so often that you’re tired of hearing it. Yet technology’s ceaseless march into the future continues and, apparently, many companies aren’t so sure they can keep up. In October of last year, IT infrastructure services provider […]
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Tax Credits

Financial relief for families: The benefits of the Child Tax Credit

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February 12, 2025
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The Child Tax Credit (CTC) has long been a valuable tax break for families with qualifying children. Whether you’re new to claiming the credit or you’ve benefited from it for years, it’s crucial to stay current on its rules and potential changes. As we approach the expiration of certain provisions within the Tax Cuts and […]
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Tax Planning

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

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February 10, 2025
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Businesses in certain industries employ service workers who receive tips as a large part of their compensation. These businesses include restaurants, hotels and salons. Compliance with federal and state tax regulations is vital if your business has employees who receive tips. Are tips becoming tax-free? During the campaign, President Trump promised to end taxes on […]
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Retirement Planning

Taming the tax tangle if you’re retiring soon

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February 7, 2025
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Retirement is often viewed as an opportunity to travel, spend time with family or simply enjoy the fruits of a long career. Yet the transition may bring a tangle of tax considerations. Planning carefully can help you minimize tax bills. Below are four steps to take if you’re approaching retirement, along with the tax implications. […]
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