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Contemplating compensation increases and pay for performance

Date09 Aug 2018

As a business grows, one of many challenges it faces is identifying a competitive yet manageable compensation structure. After all, offer too little and you likely won’t have much success in hiring. Offer too much and you may compromise cash flow and profitability. But the challenge doesn’t end there. Once...

Do you know the ABCs of HSAs, FSAs and HRAs?

Date06 Aug 2018

There continues to be much uncertainty about the Affordable Care Act and how such uncertainty will impact health care costs. So it’s critical to leverage all tax-advantaged ways to fund these expenses, including HSAs, FSAs and HRAs. Here’s how to make sense of this alphabet soup of health care accounts....

2018 Q3 tax calendar: Key deadlines for businesses and other employers

Date24 Jul 2018

Here are some of the key tax-related deadlines affecting businesses and other employers during the third quarter of 2018. Keep in mind that this list isn’t all-inclusive, so there may be additional deadlines that apply to you. Contact us to ensure you’re meeting all applicable deadlines and to learn more...

The tax impact of the TCJA on estate planning

Date11 Jul 2018

The massive changes the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) made to income taxes have garnered the most attention. But the new law also made major changes to gift and estate taxes. While the TCJA didn’t repeal these taxes, it did significantly reduce the number of taxpayers who’ll be subject...

Retirement Plan Options for Small Businesses

Date03 Jul 2018

Retirement plans give small business owners a couple different opportunities. They can be a great way to attract and retain talent. And, they can play a part in the owner’s personal retirement and tax strategies. Small business owners have multiple options when considering a retirement plan that best fits their...

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