Michigan still facing childcare crisis affecting both families and businesses LANSING – Michigan childcare and business leaders Tuesday urged state legislators to reconsider budget changes that would cause childcare facilities […]
Please note: This ruling is not related to Mothering Justice v. Attorney which will rule on the constitutionality of an action taken by the Michigan legislature in 2018 referred to […]
With Gov. Gretchen Whitmer declaring a “state of emergency” for Kalamazoo, St. Joseph, Branch and Cass counties due to severe weather on May 7, the Michigan Department of Treasury is providing […]
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
Small business owners in Michigan need to be aware of recent guidance issued by the Michigan Department of Treasury regarding sales tax on credit card surcharges. This new directive clarifies […]
20th Annual report analyzes entrepreneurial economy changes and opportunities for economic growth LANSING – Michigan’s entrepreneurial economy has seen improvements since the 2020 COVID recession, but it has not fully […]
An on-demand webinar experience. On January 10, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor published its final rule, which revises the agency’s guidance on Employee or Independent Contractor Classification under the […]
Starting in 2007, the Tax Relief and Health Care Act of 2006 (TRHCA) requires that the IRS release the upcoming year’s new HSA and Excepted Benefit Health Reimbursement Arrangement (EBHRA) […]
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
Availability of labor, inflationary pressures, and potential unemployment insurance expansion could signal trouble ahead Lansing, MI – Ask Michigan small business owners what is keeping them up at night, and […]
Every May, the United States honors Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a time dedicated to celebrating the rich cultures, traditions, and contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders […]
Upskilling and reskilling have become a key objective for today’s workforce. Technological advancements, demographic shifts, and the ever-changing economic landscape demand a workforce that is adaptable, agile, and equipped with […]
Within the past week there have been significant changes issued to the Fair Labor Standards Act and noncompete agreements have been banned. What does that mean for your business moving […]
On April 23, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor announced a final rule, Defining and Delimiting the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales, and Computer Employees, which will take […]
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) voted 3-2 on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 to ban noncompete agreements that prevent employees from working for competitors or starting a competing business after they […]
Passover, or Pesach (PEH-sach) in Hebrew, is a major Jewish holiday and one of the most widely celebrated. Passover takes place in early spring during the Hebrew calendar month of […]
A Guide to Essential Resources In today’s business landscape, entrepreneurs and business owners require comprehensive guidance to navigate the complexities of starting, managing, and growing their ventures. The Michigan Business […]