C corporation shareholders usually owe tax on gains from selling stock. But with qualified small business (QSB) stock, owners hold the key to a potential gain exclusion. Is this strategy right for your business?
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Strategic alliances aren’t just about expanding market reach, achieving operational synergies or improving profitability. They can also help your business “audition” for a future merger. Here’s how.
Strategic Alliances: Collaborate Now, Possibly Combine Later Read More »
SEP and SIMPLE IRAs are particularly suited to small businesses with tight budgets. Read on to learn about the benefits and potential disadvantages of these cost-effective employee retirement savings options.
2 Retirement Plans for Small Businesses With Lean Budgets Read More »
When it comes to financial reporting, accuracy matters. But so does clarity. If your financial reports often leave stakeholders confused, there’s a better way forward.
How to Make Financial Reports Easier for Stakeholders to Understand Read More »
Many businesses initially place real estate in the same entity as their operating assets. But separating your company from its real estate can offer several important benefits.
Why You Might Want to Build a Wall Between Your Business and Its Real Estate Read More »
Your month-end close doesn’t have to be a last-minute grind. With the right approach, it can become a more predictable and manageable process.
Want to Speed Up Your Month-End Close? Here’s How Read More »
Loans are a reality for most small and midsize businesses. When debt becomes cumbersome, restructuring may be a wise move.
What Business Owners Should Know About Debt Restructuring Read More »
“Ghost” scams, false expense reimbursement requests and cybercriminal diversions of direct deposit funds are all potential payroll fraud schemes that could profoundly harm your business. We explain how to help foil perpetrators.
Is Your Business Vulnerable to Payroll Fraud? Read More »
If your balance sheet could talk, what would it say about your business? Learn to read between the lines to gain insight that supports growth and resilience.
What to Look for on Your Balance Sheet (And How to Strengthen It) Read More »
Although the tax credit for providing health coverage to employees has been available for more than a decade and generally can be claimed for only two years, some small businesses may still be eligible.
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