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Give your board members a break — and your nonprofit a boost
Fall 2011
Newsletter: Nonprofit Observer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 506
Abstract: A nonprofit’s board members lead busy lives, so it’s essential to organize periodic retreats that bring everyone together in a relaxed setting. But good planning is necessary for a retreat to avoid wasting time and money and to be successful. This includes getting participant buy-in, creating a detailed agenda and making a postretreat plan.
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ERM: How to adopt this effective risk management tool
Fall 2011
Newsletter: Nonprofit Observer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 801
Abstract: Greater regulatory oversight, tighter budgets, and increased scrutiny by donors and charity watchdog groups all mean that nonprofits are implementing fiscal and risk management practices that have been used in the for-profit world. While not foolproof, enterprise risk management (ERM) is one of the best. Instead of focusing on department- or project-level risks, it regards risk as an interrelated whole. This article explains how, implemented carefully, ERM can be useful to nonprofits.
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Is your nonprofit vulnerable to fraud?
Fall 2011
Newsletter: Nonprofit Observer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 765
Abstract: Nonprofits experience lower rates of occupational fraud than their corporate counterparts, but that’s cold comfort to the organizations that fall victim. This article offers advice regarding background checks and supervision; internal controls; motivation for fraud; and periodic audits. A sidebar discusses the extra precautions that are necessary when hosting special events.
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Stay on the lookout – 3 major types of employee fraud threaten most companies
Fall 2011
Newsletter: Management & Tax Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 439
Abstract: More employees may be using the difficult economy to rationalize committing fraud against their employers. This article looks at three categories of crime that employers should watch out for: asset misappropriation, corruption, and fraudulent financial statements.
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Keeping up with your life insurance needs
Fall 2011
Newsletter: Management & Tax Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 429
Abstract: The appropriate life insurance coverage tends to change throughout one’s lifetime. What’s suitable for a young adult will likely not provide adequate protection later on. So it’s important to keep up on the amount and type of coverage that’s necessary. This article examines the kinds of coverage that are appropriate in different situations, and explains the difference between term and permanent life insurance.
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Not fade away: Rolling over a 401(k) plan
Fall 2011
Newsletter: Management & Tax Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 661
Abstract: Rolling over a previously established 401(k) can simplify and consolidate the management of retirement accounts, and a number of different paths are available. It may be advantageous to roll the funds into a new 401(k) or an IRA, either directly or indirectly. Or, if one is facing a medical or financial emergency, it’s possible to cash out a 401(k) instead of rolling it over — but doing so is risky. This article explains the pros and cons of the various options.
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Year end tax planning – Depreciation-related tax breaks still beckon businesses
Fall 2011
Newsletter: Management & Tax Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 905
Abstract: The tax code has long offered businesses the opportunity to lower their tax bills by claiming depreciation-related breaks, and accelerating asset purchases into the current tax year can accelerate the tax savings. But time is running out on a couple of these breaks in their current form (though Congress might extend them). This article discusses current rules regarding the Section 179 expense deduction, along with this year’s accelerated depreciation and 100% bonus depreciation. A sidebar examines whether vehicle purchases are eligible for these breaks.
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Strategies for shrinking your conveyor’s lifetime cost
Fall 2011
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 304
Abstract: A conveyor is one of the most vital pieces of manufacturing equipment — and one of the most expensive. But the cost goes well beyond its initial price tag, because installation, maintenance and energy usage also chip away at the bottom line. This article explains how a manufacturer can buy a conveyor that meets its needs, and why maintaining it properly can extend the system’s life and save money. It also describes current tax deductions that can shave additional dollars off a conveyor’s cost.
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Reaping the benefits of an employee retirement plan
Fall 2011
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 559
Abstract: For manufacturers, establishing a retirement plan makes their company more attractive to potential hires and translates into tax benefits. And the IRS has provided several recent initiatives to encourage participation among employers and employees. This article discusses the features of defined-benefit plans and defined-contribution plans and how to maintain a plan once it’s in place.
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Are you ready to streamline your warehouse?
Fall 2011
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 604
Abstract: A warehouse management system (WMS) can increase efficiency and productivity for distributors, but successfully installing a WMS requires extensive planning and a fair amount of financial resources. This article explains the advantages of a WMS, but also notes that setting up and operating this application is often a complex process that may preclude some distributors from being able to justify the initial, often sizable, investment. A sidebar explains why a business management system can maximize the return on investment in a WMS.
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Take care with transfer pricing – Out-of-compliance policies can lead to costly tax penalties
Fall 2011
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 951
Abstract: “Transfer pricing” refers to the price that related parties, such as divisions of a company, charge one another for goods or services. With revenue-hungry governments worldwide looking to keep their tax bases strong, many are stepping up enforcement on transfer pricing. Manufacturers that don’t follow the rules can be taxed twice on transactions, and face hefty penalties to boot. This article looks at “arm’s-length” requirements for transactions between related parties, along with common audit triggers. A sidebar examines advance pricing agreements for related-party transactions.
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How to make outgoing referrals pay off
Fall 2011
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 438
Abstract: Most attorneys give little consideration to their outgoing business referrals — and that’s a mistake. Properly managed, outgoing referrals can contribute to a law firm’s bottom line by generating referral fees, reciprocal referrals and satisfied clients. This article talks about how to treat referrals as a critical business development strategy.
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Survive an IRS audit
Fall 2011
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 675
Abstract: Receiving an audit letter from the IRS may seem ominous. But, as this article explains, by working with their CPA and cooperating fully with the IRS, a law firm can survive an audit. Knowing the types of firms and activities that raise IRS red flags can help law firms minimize their chances of being audited. For those who do receive a notice, the article describes the audit process.
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The Y factor: Working effectively with your youngest attorneys
Fall 2011
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 538
Abstract: Generation Y, or “Millennials,” are now entering the workforce in full strength. But, while new associates of every generation share certain characteristics, Millennials tend to have different attitudes regarding work ethic, firm loyalty and authority. This article offers tips for making the most of their strengths.
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Capital concerns – Ensuring your firm has the financial resources it needs
Fall 2011
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 781
Abstract: A successful firm requires both working capital to fund daily operations and long-term capital to buy assets and make strategic investments. Unfortunately, determining a firm’s capital needs and meeting them are two of the most difficult tasks an administrator will face. This article explains how different firms have different capital requirements and ways of determining them. It also discusses sources of funding, while a sidebar explains the dangers of undercapitalization.
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10 capital financing strategies for turbulent times
Fall 2011
Newsletter: Healthcare Management Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 320
Abstract: The capital financing environment for hospitals has become quite volatile and unpredictable. Hospitals and health systems have had to contend with limited capital access, fewer options, higher costs, more restrictive terms and less flexibility than in previous years. Volatility and unexpected events are expected to continue for the foreseeable future. This article offers 10 strategies that can help keep a hospital afloat.