Summary: It’s one of the fundamental rights of all taxpayers: You’re entitled to have representation in dealings with the IRS, even if you choose not to appear at the interview in person. Click through to learn how to retain an authorized representative for that help. Nobody likes dealing with the IRS, but if you […]
Summary: Understanding key financial ratios can make you a better manager. Once you know what the numbers reveal, you can take actionable lessons from them. Click through for an introduction to how ratios can offer important insights for your business and your investments. How do you measure how robust your business is? One of the key […]
Summary: The Fair Labor Standards Act has two categories of employees: exempt and nonexempt. But can an employee have two jobs at a company, one in each category? Click through to see how the rules would work in this situation. You can allow an employee to work two different jobs for your company. However, […]
Summary: When you’re a spouse or personal representative of a deceased individual’s estate, you discover that even the deceased needs to file a final tax return. Click through to find out what responsibilities you have to square things with the IRS. As a survivor, executor or administrator of an estate, you are obligated to file an […]
Summary: How will you pay for the help you’ll need in caring for yourself later in life? Long-term care insurance can be a major help, but decisions surrounding it can be complex. Click through for some insights on whether it might be right for you. Someday, you may need assistance with such routine daily […]
Summary: When people perform work for you, you face a whole new world of responsibilities and deadlines. The rules are detailed and complex. Click through for an introduction to tax rules for employers. Once you have at least one person working for your business, you’re an employer. Being an employer comes with a wide range of […]
Summary: The IRS recognizes a couple dozen different kinds of nonprofits, but the most common is probably the 501(c)(3), a tax-exempt charitable organization. Click through for an overview of the complex process of launching one. The typical charity is organized as a 501(c)(3) entity, and if you’re planning to set one up, roll up your sleeves: […]
Summary: HIPAA, a law passed in 1996, protects people with health conditions from being discriminated against in health insurance and protects your medical records. Click through to learn just how important HIPAA can be and how it affects you. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act protects Americans with health-related conditions from exclusions, limitations […]
Summary: Municipal bonds are issued by states and municipalities. Their most appealing features are their tax-exempt and lower-risk status. Are they right for you? Click through to read more about the pros and cons of tax-free municipal bonds. Municipal bonds are stable, income-producing vehicles that are used to fund local and state government projects, such as […]
Summary: The traditional 9-to-5 job is getting rarer by the minute as employees clamor for flexible work. This new trend, if managed right, can benefit everyone. Click through to see how flexible work influences retention. In a flexible work arrangement, employees typically get to choose their work location and their work arrival and departure […]