Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner ASEBy Anthony KaylinWage and Hour cases have been pursued very aggressively by the federal government over the past few years.NERA Economic Consulting’s “Trends in Wage and Hour Settlements” analyzes …
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner ASEBy Kevin MarrsA recent nationwide opinion survey suggests that employees are “highly anxious” about their retirement prospects, and overwhelmingly support action by Congress to create a new privately run …
Tune in today at 10am (repeats at 3pm and 8pm) on the Michigan Business Network.Today on Business Next, small business finance insights from Elle Kaplan, a University of Michigan graduate and CEO and Founding Partner …
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner AdvanceHRAlthough the IRS delayed the start of tax filing season due to the "fiscal cliff" legislation, it's now time to get ready to file. This article explains some of …
For most business people, choosing a payments processor is much like choosing a car mechanic. Unless you are knowledgeable about maintenance, parts, and pricing, you must trust that the person you go to is honest …
By Steven StraussQuestion: The thing I hate most about running a business are the taxes, and yet I prefer not to incur the cost and hire a CPA to help me and instead rely on …
Every year, the dollar amounts allowed for various federal tax benefits are subject to change based on inflation adjustments and legislation. Here are some important tax figures for 2013, compared with 2012, including the estate …
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner ASEAs employers begin issuing 2013 paychecks, here is a summary of new withholding rates and changes affecting Social Security and Medicare rates, directly from the IRS.Updated tables, which were …
Tune in at 3pm (repeats at 8pm) on the Michigan Business Network.Noted small business advocate and retired CPA Paul Hense has timely advice on how to keep good financial records and reduce your chances of …
After a year of immense change in the payments industry, a trusted partnership with your processor has become even more important.Merchants must work alongside processors to tackle ongoing challenges while keeping pace with changes in …
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner AdvanceHRAs we move closer to winter, the IRS has announced that it is turning up the heat on small business operations. This isn't surprising in light of recent IRS …
Today on Business Next, a review of the small business legislative accomplishments of 2012 and a look forward at the challenges facing entrepreneurs in 2013. With Small Business Association of Michigan Director of Government Relations …
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner Midwest Transaction GroupTraffic is picking up for businesses now that the holiday season is in full swing. In the coming weeks, it is as important as ever to safeguard …
As 2012 is quickly coming to an end, it is a good time for employers and plan sponsors to take note of the numerous requirements under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act ("PPACA"). Below …
Monday on Business Next, Michael Rogers talks with small businesses named to the Crain’s Detroit Business list of “Cool Places to Work in Michigan.” Plus, reports from the Search Marketing Workshop 2012.
Question: I was wondering if you could help me increase my cash flow? My business makes a fine profit every year, but the bulk of our sales come during Christmas and summer. The rest of …
Hear the week's legislative update with Dave Jessup, followed by interviews with some of last year's winners of Michigan Celebrates Small Business Awards. Listen at the Michigan Business Network.
Click here to listen to a replay of SBAM President and CEO Rob Fowler debating the “vote no” side of Prop 2. Rob appeared with Prop 2 proponent Mark Schauer, former U.S. Congressman.Get details on …