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Is An External Transfer Right For Your Business?

Posted May 30, 2018

As a business owner, you have two sale options available to you when it's time for you to leave the … Read More

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How To Prepare For The New Revenue Recognition Standard

Posted May 23, 2018

Revenue is one of the most important factors used to assess an entity's financial performance and position. But, previous revenue … Read More

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IRS Increases 2018 Family HSA Limits

Posted May 9, 2018

The IRS has reinstated the $6,900 health savings account (HSA) contribution limit for family coverage through a high-deductible health plan … Read More

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Beene Garter Is A 2018 Best And Brightest Company To Work For

Posted May 2, 2018

Beene Garter has been named one of West Michigan's Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in 2018. This marks … Read More

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Will I Pay More In State Taxes Because Of The New Federal Tax Law?

Posted April 25, 2018

Question: Will I pay more taxes to the State of Michigan because of the new federal tax legislation? Answer: … Read More

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Do You Need An Employer Identification Number?

Posted April 18, 2018

An Employer Identification Number (EIN) is used to identify a business entity. It's also referred to as a Federal Tax … Read More

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Should You Incorporate Your Business?

Posted April 11, 2018

If you're a business owner, one of the first questions to ask yourself is whether you should incorporate. The biggest … Read More

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Can’t Meet The Filing Deadline? You Have Options.

Posted April 4, 2018

If you haven't filed your 2018 federal income tax return and don't think you'll make the Monday, April 15, 2019 … Read More

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How State Of Michigan Defines Tangible Personal Property vs. Real Property

Posted March 28, 2018

The State of Michigan issued a revenue administrative bulletin in 2016 that aims to clarify the nature of property for … Read More

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How To Effectively Review Your Financial Situation

Posted March 21, 2018

Now is the perfect time to review your financial affairs. You've gathered all the information needed to prepare your tax … Read More

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Is Your Business Susceptible To Payroll Fraud?

Posted March 14, 2018

Most businesses can be hit with payroll fraud. Even if your company has only a few employees — it does … Read More

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Could Your Business’ Retained Earnings Be Marital Income?

Posted March 7, 2018

Should a company's retained earnings be included as marital income? The Michigan Court of Appeals answered no in this case … Read More

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