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2017 Key Tax Fact Sheet

2017 Key Tax Fact Sheet

Download our 2017 Key Tax Fact Sheet to ensure you're up to date. Rates included: Social Security, Medicare and Federal ...
/ / Business, Payroll, Tax
Policies Nonprofit

The Policies Your Nonprofit Should Have in Place

Having well-documented policies can assist a nonprofit in having good governance and financial management. Below are some policies that are ...
/ / Nonprofit
Protecting Americans Tax Hikes Act

Phaseouts and Reductions: A Tax-Filing Reminder

As tax-filing season gets into full swing, there are many details to remember. One subject to keep in mind - ...
/ / Business, Tax
2017 Career Fairs

Spring 2017 Career Fairs

Come out and visit Hawkins Ash CPAs at the following spring career fairs: Central Wisconsin Collegiate Career Fair Tuesday, Feb ...
/ / In the Community
Health Reimbursement

Health Reimbursement Arrangement Helping Small Businesses

The 21st Century Cures Act allows employers with fewer than the equivalent of 50 full-time employees to reimburse employees for ...
/ / Business
Business Property

Internal Controls are a Must for Contractors

Internal controls are critical for the financial health of your construction firm. An effective system of internal controls helps ensure ...
/ / Construction
Federal Overtime Rules

Cost Allocations

All organizations typically have direct costs (items that relate directly to a program or a function of the organization) and ...
/ / Nonprofit
Debt

Four Myths About Managing Your Debt

Underestimating or ignoring your obligations can delay or even prevent you from accomplishing many financial goals. Here are four myths ...
/ / Business
Self-Employment

Facing the Tax Challenges of Self-Employment

Today's technology makes self-employment easier than ever. But if you work for yourself, you'll face some distinctive challenges when it ...
/ / Business, Tax
Real Estate Assets

Consider Separating Real Estate Assets From Your Business

Many companies choose not to combine real estate and other assets into a single entity. Perhaps the business fears liability ...
/ / Business, Tax