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Handling Student Loan Debt

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August 16, 2023

Starting September 1, 2023, federal student loans will begin accruing interest again. And loan payments will officially restart in October 2023. As part of federal relief measures during the COVID-19 pandemic, individuals with federal student loan debt weren’t required to make payments, and interest charges were suspended. Those relief measures have been in place since March […]

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Tax Planning

Disabled family members may be able to benefit from ABLE accounts

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August 15, 2023

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If you have family members with disabilities, there may be a tax-advantaged way to save for their needs — without having them lose eligibility for the government benefits to which they’re entitled. It can be done though an Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) account, which is a tax-free account that can be used for […]

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Recruiting

Now Hiring: Creative Ideas to Attract Skilled Workers

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August 10, 2023

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Finding and keeping talent can be challenging in today’s competitive hiring market. Many workers are ready and willing to switch jobs, in search of greener pastures. And there’s a skills shortage — especially for high-tech, accounting, health care and executive positions. If your company is having recruitment and retention problems, consider these suggestions to make […]

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Technology

5 tips for more easily obtaining cyberinsurance

August 9, 2023

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Every business should dedicate time and resources to cybersecurity. Hackers are out there, in many cases far across the globe, and they’re on the prowl for vulnerable companies. These criminals typically strike at random — doing damage to not only a business’s ability to operate, but also its reputation. One way to protect yourself, at […]

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Tax Planning

Can you deduct student loan interest on your tax return?

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August 8, 2023

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The federal student loan “pause” is coming to an end on August 31 after more than three years. If you have student loan debt, you may wonder whether you can deduct the interest you pay on your tax return. The answer may be yes, subject to certain limits. The deduction is phased out if your […]

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Technology

Protecting Your Business While Using AI

August 4, 2023

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Have you ever wondered whether the photo or video you’re viewing, the audio you’re listening to or the article you’re reading is real? Artificial intelligence (AI) can make the line between authentic and inauthentic hard to determine. For fraud perpetrators, the ability to create deepfakes, voice clones or machine-generated communications can make their scams far more […]

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Employee Relations

Should your business add a PTO buying feature to its cafeteria plan?

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August 3, 2023

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With the pandemic behind us and a red-hot summer in full swing, many of your company’s employees may be finally rediscovering the uninhibited joys of vacation. Your workers might be having so much fun, in fact, that they might highly value being able to buy even more paid time off (PTO) as an employee benefit. […]

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Tax Credits

Pocket a tax break for making energy-efficient home improvements

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August 2, 2023

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An estimated 190 million Americans have recently been under heat advisory alerts, according to the National Weather Service. That may have spurred you to think about making your home more energy efficient — and there’s a cool tax break that may apply. Thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, you may be able to […]

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Business Planning & Consulting

Risk Management: 8 Ways to Reduce Business Insurance Costs

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July 31, 2023

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How much money is your business spending on insurance products? Insurance is often a major business expense, and it can be a lifesaver when the unexpected happens. However, higher spending doesn’t necessarily equate to better coverage. Rather than focusing on just the price, it’s important to match insurance products and coverage levels with your business’s risk management […]

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Payroll

10 Payroll Issues for Small Businesses

July 27, 2023

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You may not think of your small business’s payroll function as risky. But if you don’t properly handle certain payroll challenges, you may risk IRS scrutiny, operational disruptions and financial losses. What should you watch out for? Here’s a list of 10 payroll issues small organizations must grapple with. Accurate recordkeeping.If you don’t keep detailed and accurate […]

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Author: H&B

Handling Student Loan Debt

Disabled family members may be able to benefit from ABLE accounts

Now Hiring: Creative Ideas to Attract Skilled Workers

5 tips for more easily obtaining cyberinsurance

Can you deduct student loan interest on your tax return?

Protecting Your Business While Using AI

Should your business add a PTO buying feature to its cafeteria plan?

Pocket a tax break for making energy-efficient home improvements

Risk Management: 8 Ways to Reduce Business Insurance Costs

10 Payroll Issues for Small Businesses

A Comprehensive Approach to Goal-Based Financial Planning