Governments keep pouring money into renewable green energy. Investment gurus tout its long-term benefits. But when Old Man Winter comes, will solar, wind and the like be there to keep the electricity running? Some folks are betting against it. Like…
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Generosity is alive and well in America. The following story is proof positive. Harvey and Maddy Rovinsky own Bernie Robbins Jewelers (BRJ), once a go-to shop in Center City Philadelphia. Maddy's father started the business in 1962 as a hardware…
No matter where entrepreneurs decide to start a business, they face a variety of taxes and regulations that cut into the bottom line from the get-go. For a start-up in particular, there are a handful of states where the negatives…
CFOs and benefits professionals can only do so much to influence employees to invest in a company 401(k) plan. So-called influencers are often needed to spur folks to enroll or up their contributions so they're not caught flat-footed in retirement.…
The standard for determining who’s a joint employer has changed, due to a final rule from the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). The current NLRB rule, put in place in 2020 under the Trump administration, says that businesses will be…
Movie buffs recall the motto of the arrogant but successful salesman in Glengarry Glen Ross - "Always be closing." Simple as ABC. Right? When it comes to keeping customers satisfied and on-board in a recessionary environment, a better adage for…
Artificial intelligence (AI) regulations are coming soon from federal rulemaking agencies. President Biden signed an executive order (EO) that focuses largely on national security risks, but also potential dangers to large segments of the labor market. Early returns show companies…
Confirming when federal legal and banking holidays will occur in 2024 can help you avoid surprises on paydays, tax deposit due dates and reporting deadlines. Of course, state and local dates are key, too. Finally, adding employer-provided paid holidays into…
Because of the American Rescue Plan of 2021, more companies and gig workers will be receiving Form 1099-K, Payment Card and Third Party Network Transactions, starting with tax year 2023. If you received gross payment transactions totaling more than $600…
Companies are having more trouble than ever finding good candidates to fill open positions. The last thing employers want to do is waste time on job candidates who may not be all they claim. The good news: There are some…
Consumers aren't the only ones getting squeezed by credit card companies and their astronomically high interest rates. Business owners can't catch much of a break either. NerdWallet's rankings of the top cards for small business owners and entrepreneurs feature annual…
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) may be the best option for securing a loan these days. Prohibitive interest rates and tighter credit limits by banks are squeezing many small-to-mid-sized businesses in need of capital. As of this past September…
