Guest Writer: Carla Lopez Retirement is a huge milestone for any senior; it allows them time to be with their loved ones, to try new things, and to relax after years of hard work. However, many seniors need to continue working, at least part-time, after they retire from their careers. Not only is having a…
You will probably assume that you own everything related to your company from photos to marketing material to your website. But, you may be wrong. How can I not own my stuff? Basically, if you or an employee did not create it, you may not own it. Clearly, if you create your own logo, you…
Guest Writer: Megan Gerhart, CPA The 1099-Misc You must file a 1099-MISC if you pay a contractor $600 or more in the prior year. Because you need information to fill out the form, the best way to start is to have all contractors and vendors supply a W-9. You do not need to complete a 1099-MISC…
We assume that if you’re reading this article, that you have or may be starting a small business. Also, since you are reading this from a link from either Facebook or Twitter, you are on social media. Is your Social Media up to snuff? If you are trying to start a serious business and I…
So, is this fellow a Millennial or a Generation Z? Can’t tell? Well, most of us can’t so don’t feel bad. The thing is, if you sell to both or either of these two groups, you need to know and understand the differences because they can be the difference between going bankrupt and exploding. They…
Whether you are an exercise influencer, like our friend here or you are a brilliant tax guy or make up and fashion influencer. The rules are changing for you. The biggest issue is, as most of us know, many of these “opinions” are paid ads by the company the influencer is pushing. Are they all,…
We’re not tax professionals and we strongly recommend seeking the advice of a tax professional if you have any of these red flags. We have garnered this info from reputable tax professionals like Kiplinger Personal Finance. 1. Making too much money Yes, making too much money can get you audited. First, it is literally based…
The Oprah Effect refers to the boost in sales that followed an endorsement on The Oprah Winfrey Show, which aired on TV for 25 years. A recommendation from Oprah, the queen of talk shows, turned many fashion and lifestyle products into multimillion-dollar companies. BUT, it can refer to anything that shoots sales into the stratosphere….
