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2008 Tax Tips: New Carry-Back Options for Net Operating Losses
By Caleb Groos | Last updated on
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 changed the tax code to increase the period of time over which small businesses may offset 2008 losses with...
IRS Audits on Small Businesses a Drag Says Congress; Tips on Preparing for an Audit
By Caleb Groos | Last updated on
During a House Small Business Committee hearing on the burdens of tax compliance on economic recovery, House Representatives urged the IRS to lighten up on the...
Independent Contractor vs Employee: More Contractor Hiring Makes the Distinction Crucial
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Small businesses are using a rising percentage of independent contractors. Currently, just under 4% of workers used by small businesses are independent...
Enforcement of Arbitration Clauses: Supreme Court Rules Them Valid in Union Contracts
By Caleb Groos | Last updated on
Today a divided Supreme Court issued an opinion that workers covered by collective bargaining agreements which contain an arbitration clause must submit claims...
284,000 Small Business Jobs Lost in March; COBRA Coverage Basics
By Caleb Groos | Last updated on
The payroll processing giant ADP released its monthly employment report today. It stated that of the 742,000 non-farm private jobs lost in the U.S. in March,...
Google Launches Venture Capital Arm: Quick Tips about Venture Capital Plans
By Caleb Groos | Last updated on
After weeks of rumors, Google announced late Monday evening its launch of a venture capital arm. It plans to invest $100 million over the next...