Cruising and Networking: What Could Be Better?

It’s funny how things work out in life.  Last November my business coach asked the mastermind group I’m in to decide on a goal for 2013 and share with the members.  I said I was going to become a speaker and give 10 presentations in 2013.  Now keep in mind...

Federal Tax Benefits for Armed Forces Personnel

The IRS has special tax benefits for service personnel on active duty.  The following rules may apply to you: Deadline Extensions.  Qualifying military members, including those who serve in a combat zone, can postpone some tax deadlines. This includes automatic...

A Much Needed Vacation

As entrepreneurs we often work long hours each day, week, month and year. It’s no different for me. It’s not that I intend to work such long hours, but things always seem to come up that need my attention. And although I have employees who help, it seems...

IRS Scandals Jeopardize Health Care Law Funding

Mounting scandals at the Internal Revenue Service are jeopardizing critical funding for the agency as it gears up to play a big role in President Barack Obama’s health care law. President Obama sought a significant budget increase for the IRS for next year....

Business Owners Need to Guard Against Fraudulent Messages

As a business owner, often times you’ll receive notices in the mail or in your e-mail inbox that look to be valid, but are not. Sometimes these are just solicitations to get you to spend unnecessary monies on things you think you need, but other times they can...

CA Enterprise Zone Tax Credits Battle Continues

California currently has tax credits available to employers who are located in or hire employees from enterprise zones. An enterprise zone is a designated area that has been defined as economically depressed. Enterprise zones were designed to stimulate growth,...

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