Performing due diligence is the cornerstone of any business decision, including who to hire. When hiring an employee or an independent contractor, running a background check – which may include a criminal background check, work and educational history, among other components – can help ensure your next hire will be a good fit. But what…
Many donors who give substantial sums regularly or on occasion often make the same mistake – not having a plan. Donor-advised funds offer a great way to give with a plan.
If you travel internationally for business or pleasure, you may already know that magnetic strip credit cards are considered something of an anachronism in many other countries. Offering a magnetic strip card when making a purchase in Europe or Canada frequently requires the business owner to take your card and input the data manually, or…
Before year’s end, make sure you take advantage of tax deductions that are intended specifically to help reduce technology costs for small- and mid-sized businesses. Section 179 of the tax code allows business owners to write off the cost of new or used computer equipment and off-the-shelf software purchased for their businesses. The current deduction…
