September / October
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Could a medication’s side effects trigger ADA protection?
September / October 2010
Newsletter: Employment Law Briefing
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 552
Abstract: Most cases involving the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) center on a bodily disability. But, in the event a worker’s medical condition doesn’t qualify as a disability, could harsh side effects from his or her medication still trigger ADA protection? That was the question faced by an appeals court. This article discusses the criteria that allow a medical treatment’s side effects to constitute a disability, and when an impairment should not be considered disabling.
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Chain reaction – Sexual harassment charges lead to age discrimination lawsuit
September / October 2010
Newsletter: Employment Law Briefing
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 964
Abstract: This article discusses a 69-year-old man, terminated because of sexual harassment claims, who claimed that his dismissal on those grounds was a pretext to hide age discrimination. He cited a remark about his age made by the COO, but the appeals court ruled that this constituted a “stray remark” that by itself was insufficient to defeat summary judgment. However, a sidebar looks at a different case, in which age-related comments were not considered stray remarks.
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Dealer Digest
September / October 2010
Newsletter: Dealer Insights
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 442
Abstract: This issue’s “Dealer Digest” highlights a Foresight Research survey showing the importance of the dealership in the consumer’s car-buying decision; a Wells Fargo/Gallup survey revealing dealerships’ continuing caution in regard to hiring; and closed dealerships that have converted their facilities to car-care centers.
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Start cross-training your accounting staff
September / October 2010
Newsletter: Dealer Insights
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 580
Abstract: The benefits of cross-training accounting personnel outweigh the investment in the time it takes to get these employees up to speed at handling one another’s responsibilities. This article shows the benefits of cross-training in regard to both productivity and employee morale, and lists the areas of accounting that can benefit most. A sidebar briefly discusses the importance of encouraging supervisors to informally reverse-train within their respective departments.
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Rescuing orphaned parts and service customers
September / October 2010
Newsletter: Dealer Insights
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 800
Abstract: This year offers a treasure chest of potential customers orphaned by the closing of the dealerships that serviced their cars and trucks. But dealers who want to gain market share in the parts and service arena will need to offer potential customers what they want, or a competitor likely will win them over. This article offers tips for rescuing — and keeping — this valuable business.
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The expense-savvy dealer – 10 cost- and tax-saving tactics to consider
September / October 2010
Newsletter: Dealer Insights
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 743
Abstract: Given the challenges of the recent recession, many dealerships may feel they’ve already looked into every possible corner to save money. But this article offers 10 often-overlooked cost-saving strategies, ranging from getting a property reappraisal to controlling health care costs to changing corporate structure.
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Construction Success Story – Contractor heeds warning signs of questionable owner
September / October 2010
Newsletter: Contractor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 434
Abstract: In this issue’s “Construction Success Story,” a general contractor was torn. He knew he could put together a stellar bid for a new condominium project, but the owner involved was highly dubious. This local property developer had been involved in some unflattering legal proceedings of late and its financial standing was uncertain to say the least. The contractor’s financial advisor, however, gave the contractor sound tips on how he could proceed while protecting his interests.
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Price adjustment clauses can help curtail unforeseen costs
September / October 2010
Newsletter: Contractor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 449
Abstract: Construction materials prices are erratic and largely unpredictable, but price adjustment clauses in a contract are one way to prevent, or at least mitigate, such sticky situations. These clauses identify specific materials at risk for price increases and set an effective date from which to measure price changes that trigger an adjustment to the contract amount for materials. This article explains how they can help both contractors and owners save time, money and risk.
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Technology upgrades – Could automated purchase orders speed your processes?
September / October 2010
Newsletter: Contractor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 647
Abstract: Constant materials purchases on construction projects can not only cause a lot of confusion, but also cost valuable hours tracking down invoices, double-checking figures, and making phone calls to managers and subcontractors. But automated purchase order software can speed buying processes and take much of the guesswork out of who’s buying what, when. This article examines how purchase order applications can use purchase orders to set up work orders, create schedules, and update and e-mail or fax weekly schedules, and use the original work orders to create invoices and send payment to subcontractors and suppliers.
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Cash: A contractor’s best friend – Cash flow forecasting can keep the relationship going strong
September / October 2010
Newsletter: Contractor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 952
Abstract: Many construction business owners may see cash flow forecasting as either a distraction from day-to-day activities or as a daunting, implausible undertaking. But getting a clearer picture of where a company’s dollars are going isn’t as difficult as one might think. This article shows how to estimate earnings with front-loaded billing schedules, and then, with data from estimated billing schedules and projected general operating expenses, to forecast cash flow in the near future. A sidebar lists five cash flow killers that can be prevented.
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Tax Tips – Avoiding estimated tax penalties – How to accelerate home office deductions – Wash sale isn’t always a dirty word
September / October 2010
Newsletter: Tax Impact
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 462
Abstract: This issue’s “Tax Tips” briefly discusses a way to avoid estimated tax penalties; how to accelerate home office deductions through a cost segregation study; and how to avoid the wash sale rule, which prohibits investors from deducting a loss on the sale of a security if they acquire substantially the same security within 30 days before or after the sale.
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Don’t break the rule – The transfer-for-value rule can trigger income tax liability
September / October 2010
Newsletter: Tax Impact
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 578
Abstract: If a person wants to keep a life insurance policy they already own out of their taxable estate or to achieve other planning goals, it may make sense to transfer the policy for “valuable consideration.” But income tax traps exist. So before making such a transfer, it pays to become familiar with the transfer-for-value rule. This article looks at what the rule entails, and how easily it can be to fall prey to it.
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What have you got to lose? – Year end tax planning for investment and retirement accounts
September / October 2010
Newsletter: Tax Impact
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 696
Abstract: As year end approaches, it’s smart for investors to review their situation and consider strategies that can minimize capital gains tax and use capital losses to their tax advantage. This article looks at the taxation of short- vs. long-term gains, the impact of the wash sale rule on sales of investments, and the tax treatment of retirement savings.
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Global positioning – Planning helps avoid international tax surprises
September / October 2010
Newsletter: Tax Impact
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 1140
Abstract: Technological advancements have made global markets accessible to even the smallest businesses. But this doesn’t mean doing business internationally is easy. In fact, it’s a complex process that requires a company to establish the necessary infrastructure, develop an understanding of foreign cultures, and prepare for a new tax environment. But careful tax planning can help businesses set up international operations in a manner that minimizes worldwide taxes and maximizes cash flow. This article looks at corporate structure, income tax withholding and credits, and indirect taxes, while a sidebar discusses the interest charge–domestic international sales corporation (IC-DISC).
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Would you, should you, reuse an appraisal?
September / October 2010
Newsletter: Viewpoint on Value
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 471
Abstract: A business appraisal provides a snapshot of a company’s value on a specific date and for a specific purpose. Although it may be tempting to reuse old valuations to save time and money, recycled valuations may cause more problems than they solve. This article uses a hypothetical case study to illustrate the potential drawbacks of reusing an old appraisal for a different purpose.
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Estate of Black: Another notch in taxpayers’ FLP belts
September / October 2010
Newsletter: Viewpoint on Value
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 599
Abstract: Family limited partnerships (FLPs) are proven estate planning tools. But the IRS sometimes attacks a partnership’s discounts or business purpose under Internal Revenue Code Section 2036, “Transfers with retained life estate.” This article notes the importance of proper FLP structure, explaining that when the IRS succeeds in proving that the donor or decedent retains ongoing economic benefit — either express or implied — it assesses gift and estate taxes for the full value of the partnership’s underlying assets without allowing discounts for lack of control and marketability.