It is not easy to own and operate a business. You wait for strategies to play out. You wait for materials, supplies or equipment to arrive. You wait for key positions to be filled. But, when it comes to sales, how patient should you be? A widely used metric called “sales velocity” can help you […]

There are a number of difficulties presented with a divorce, and taxes are probably the farthest thing from your mind. However, several tax concerns may need to be addressed to ensure that taxes are kept to a minimum and that important tax-related decisions are properly made. Here are six issues to be aware of if […]

If you are considering buying a business that will have one or more co-owners or if you currently own one fitting that description, you may need to consider installing a buy-sell agreement. A well-drafted agreement can do these valuable things: Transform your business ownership interest into a more liquid asset, Prevent unwanted ownership changes, and […]

Effective cost control is essential for every business, but the strategies and priorities can evolve based on economic conditions and operational challenges. In this article, we delve into practical strategies and metrics that businesses can leverage to effectively control costs and achieve long-term growth. A recent report from the Boston Consulting Group highlighted the ongoing […]

With the current federal estate tax exemption soaring to $13.61 million in 2024, many individuals may feel reassured that their estates will escape estate taxes altogether. This significant increase has shifted the focus of estate planning discussions towards income tax considerations for heirs. While estate tax concerns may seem less pressing, it’s crucial to recognize […]

Understanding the tax implications when selling property used in your trade or business is crucial for navigating the complexities of tax law. No matter what you’re considering selling, the rules governing these transactions are multifaceted and can significantly impact your tax liability. In this discussion, for simplicities sake, we’ll assume that the property you want […]

Under the newly signed Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) many businesses will have a new reporting requirement this year. Under this new act, if your business is deemed a “reporting Company” you may fall under the Beneficial Ownership Information reporting rules beginning in 2024 Who’s who? A reporting company includes any corporation, limited liability company or […]

Instead of stock option awards companies have started offering restricted stock awards. Restricted stock awards are popular because stock options can lose their value overtime. If your restricted stock loses value overtime, your company can issue more shares to make up for the loss in value. Restricted stock awards can be a great way to […]

Whether you are restructuring your current business or starting a new one, you should use careful consideration when choosing the entity type for your business. There are many entity types to consider when deciding what entity will benefit your business the most. You may decide the most beneficial entity type would be a C Corporation […]

Given the advancements of technology in the business world, most companies are sitting on a lot of sensitive data that could be abducted, exploited, corrupted or even destroyed. Of course, there is always danger of outside parties hacking your network to do harm but there are also, internal risks – namely, your “privileged users”. Simply […]