[[{“value”:”For high-value estates, taxation is an important aspect of estate planning — these estates are subject to federal (and sometimes state) estate taxes that can run as high as 40%. Thankfully, the IRS lets many estates (and a portion of high-value estates) avoid taxation under the federal estate tax exemption.…

[[{“value”:”Famously, Thomas Carlyle once said, “Man is a tool-using animal. Without tools, he is nothing, with tools he is all.” Tools lie at the heart of our business and personal lives; without them, life would be much harder. If you need to manage your business and personal finances, Quicken Classic…

[[{“value”:”We’ve all been there — you’re thinking about what’s next for your business, and you’re pumped to achieve new heights. Everyone tells you the way to do it is to set business goals that will serve as a roadmap. You put together a haphazard list of objectives; maybe even arrange…

[[{“value”:”Have you ever been asked to e-sign a document or PDF? Have you ever signed anything online? You never know when you might need to create an electronic signature. As more transactions shift online, chances are you’ll need to digitally sign something soon, if you haven’t already. This article demystifies…

[[{“value”:”Twenty years ago, I was starting a new business. I had started businesses before, but nothing on the scale of this startup. Back then, I didn’t have the online resources to the degree I do today. But every piece of information I found told me that to be successful, I…

[[{“value”:”Most mornings, Dave DeNard rolls out of bed around 9:00 am. He makes his coffee, scrolls social media, and then heads outside for a walk with his two beagles, Ruby and Nova. By 10:00(ish), he’s at his desk, ready to start his 4-hour work day. By many definitions, he’s retired.…

[[{“value”:”In many ways, the earliest stages of a new business are the most important. The decisions you make today can set your new venture on the path to success. One of the first choices you’ll need to make is which business structure to use for your new organization. Sole proprietorship…

[[{“value”:”I’ve been running my own business for 10 years, and it hasn’t always been easy. I’ve had plenty of good times and plenty of bad ones — and times when I barely managed to stay afloat. Through it all, a simple tip from a friend or colleague has often helped…

[[{“value”:”With so many books about business out there, it’s tough to know which ones to read — and believe.  These 10 best business books are critically acclaimed best-sellers, recommended over and over by both readers and experts. Read them all for a crash course in business success! Zero to One…

[[{“value”:”I’m an Apple guy. I have a MacBook, Apple Watch, iPad, and iPhone. My Macbook is my workhorse, but most of my day is spent switching between my iPhone and iPad, and I like to keep them in sync using iCloud.  I’m no rocket scientist, and you don’t need to…

[[{“value”:”Don’t be mistaken: You can build a small business with big goals, even in a small town. People all over the world are becoming small business owners. If you have the motivation, entrepreneurship is one of the best ways to build new income streams and turn them into full-time opportunities.…

[[{“value”:”Running a small business can be a big job, but your accounting doesn’t have to be a hassle.  Here’s an itemized overview to get you started. What you need to know Tracking income Expense tracking Understanding profitability Cash flow Financial statements Tax planning Hiring accounting professionals  Tracking income: why? You’ll…

[[{“value”:”Do you want to help people? Save the environment? Cure world hunger? A nonprofit organization can be a rewarding way to take on social, environmental, or community issues and start spreading the good around. The process may look intimidating at first, but if you follow the steps below, you can…

[[{“value”:”When it comes to managing a successful business — no matter the size – there’s one thing for certain: marketing is a must. What good is your product or service if no one knows about it, right? If you want to expand your customer base and increase your revenue, here…

[[{“value”:”As a business owner myself, if there are people I know, it’s other small business owners. I love the relationships I’ve built and how I can work closely with them to help them reach their goals. I know from experience that sometimes we have to think creatively when starting projects…

[[{“value”:”If you’re an employee in Canada who pays certain out-of-pocket costs related to your job, then Form T2200 could be a valuable tool for you. This form — the “Declaration of Conditions of Employment” — allows you to claim specific employment expenses, ultimately reducing your taxable income. Here’s a comprehensive…

[[{“value”:”Introduction Since the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) of 2017, employees can no longer deduct unreimbursed business expenses on federal income tax returns. This change emphasizes the importance of understanding and utilizing tax-free reimbursements, especially as the work landscape shifts towards remote settings.  This article explores how employees who…