In general, the new tax Act provides for stricter limits on the deductibility of business meals and entertainment expenses. Under the Act entertainment expenses incurred or paid after December 31, 2017 are nondeductible unless they fall under the specific exceptions in Code Section 274(e). One of those exceptions is for “expenses for recreation, social, or similar activities primarily for the … Read More
Building a Dream Team: Part 2: Hire Your Weakness
Let’s continue to explore the DISC concept, a feature of employee recruitment and training in businesses from government agencies to Fortune 500 companies. The “DISC” aspect stands for the four traits addressed by this model: Dominance, Influence, Steadiness and Conscientiousness. The concept of “DISC-Flex” introduces the idea that we can dial up or dial down certain behaviors to adapt to … Read More
Building a Dream Team: Part 1
Getting the right people on the bus The workplace code of conduct often outlines the unacceptable or “zero-tolerance” behaviors that employees must avoid. But what about the other side of the coin: a list of behaviors to strive for or cultivate in order to achieve excellence; or guidelines on how to play up your strengths, habits, and motivators? Rarely do … Read More
What You Need to Know About Tax Reform
The House of Representatives voted on a significant tax reform bill. For many in Congress, the stakes of tax reform have soared after lawmakers failed to repeal and replace Obamacare, with healthcare reform failing to garner enough support. Tax reform would create a palpable impact for Republicans before next year’s midterm elections. Still undergoing a flurry of changes, the House … Read More
Health care coverage impact small businesses?
President Trump signed an executive order to provide “Obamacare relief” from the Affordable Care Act, relaxing rules regarding enrollment in short-term health insurance and health care coverage offered by small businesses. Among the mandates he issued is to “consider proposing regulations or revising guidance” on options for plans that small businesses may offer and sell—including “association health plans” and low-cost, … Read More
Business Succession:
Planning for the next phase of your company Even in this age of conglomerates and chains, the family business still functions as the backbone of the American economy, representing 50 percent of the GDP and creating 60 percent of jobs in America. But the family owned business isn’t always a “mom and pop” model of simplicity and warm, fuzzy feeling; … Read More