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Employee stock options present valuation challenges
Spring 2011
Newsletter: Expert / Valuation & Litigation Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 672
Abstract: Recently, the recession and its aftermath have caused many businesses to think twice about employee stock options (ESOs). Yet they haven’t fallen out of favor entirely. But, for companies still offering ESOs, it’s more important than ever to get them properly valued. And appraisers face distinctive challenges in doing so. This article lists six basic inputs they use, along with a couple of different models for valuation.
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Need a fruitful idea for your estate plan? Conditions are ripe for an FLP
Spring 2011
Newsletter: Expert / Valuation & Litigation Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 869
Abstract: Family limited partnerships (FLPs) have survived the latest wave of estate tax legislation quite handily. In fact, for those managing estate plans, conditions are ripe to seriously consider an FLP once again. This article explains how FLPs work, the importance of obtaining an independent asset appraisal, and how discounts for lack of control and marketability are applied. But tax law that expires at the end of 2012 means that the time is now to consider if an FLP is advantageous. A sidebar emphasizes that it’s important to avoid abusive business practices in an FLP.
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Newsbits – Elderly get incentive to make IRA distributions to charity
Spring 2011
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 416
Abstract: This issue’s “Newsbits” describes how the recent Tax Relief act gives those who are older than 70½ an incentive to donate directly from their IRAs. It also offers advice for avoiding IRS scrutiny, and reveals that some large organizations have reported receiving more online donations, even while overall giving has slumped.
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Are you blogging for ideas?
Spring 2011
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 608
Abstract: Blogs enable nonprofits to learn from their peers about topics of mutual interest. But not all blogs are equal in terms of quality and accuracy. This article lists a number of reputable blogs, and what they offer to help not-for-profits deal with their challenges. There are also dozens of blogs sponsored by consultants, including experts in fundraising, marketing, grant proposal writing, using social media and other areas. But it’s important for organizations that are visiting or sponsoring corporate blog sites to create policies that mitigate some of the risks and ensure that employees and board members are on the same page with their participation in blogging.
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Move over, expense ratios – Evaluators broaden effectiveness measures
Spring 2011
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 674
Abstract: Although still important to donors, the expense ratio — what a charity spends on administrative, overhead and fundraising costs vs. program costs — is now sharing the spotlight with other measurements as a way to judge an organization’s effectiveness. This article examines why this trend to look beyond expense ratios came about and where it’s headed.
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The lure of the for-profit subsidiary
Spring 2011
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 814
Abstract: In the wake of a severe recession — with a drop in public grants and private donations — for-profit endeavors can have a magnetic appeal as nonprofit survivors look for new sources of revenue. But there are a number of factors that a nonprofit should consider before taking on the significant cost and responsibility of operating a for-profit company. This article lists the incentives and drawbacks, while a sidebar lists two key actions that nonprofit executives have taken in successfully creating a for-profit subsidiary.
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Practice Notes – Using social media to connect with patients
Spring 2011
Newsletter: Rx for Practice Management / Practice Management Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 501
Abstract: A growing number of physician practices are turning to social media to share critical information with their patients and colleagues, network with other practices, demonstrate their expertise, promote and provide health education, and boost their practice’s reputation and visibility. But, before they step into this world, it’s critical that they and their entire staff understand the legal and ethical risks. This article lists a number of protective steps to take, and offers two organizational resources for further guidance.
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Become lean and mean with lean principles
Spring 2011
Newsletter: Rx for Practice Management / Practice Management Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 786
Abstract: The concept of lean management has been applied for over a decade to other industries, and it’s now making its way to health care. The essence of lean management is doing more with less. It may be just the tool a practice needs in this time of cost pressures, reduced reimbursements, quality concerns and reform initiatives. This article lists examples of waste that lean principles can address, and describes Value Stream Mapping — an important tool in introducing a lean management program to a health care practice.
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Get all you’re due – Make it a point to regularly examine your fee schedule
Spring 2011
Newsletter: Rx for Practice Management / Practice Management Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 587
Abstract: With countless changes being thrust upon physicians in the wake of health care reform, and reimbursements still lagging behind the actual cost of delivering health care, their only salvation may be a well-thought-out fee schedule that’s structured for maximum benefit. This article offers some tips for ensuring that a practice gets all that it’s due.
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Employee theft: Don’t take chances with your practice
Spring 2011
Newsletter: Rx for Practice Management / Practice Management Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 1065
Abstract: Because medical practices are often an easy target, the amount of money that employees steal can quickly cripple a practice. This article lists several internal controls that a physician practice should include, and discusses how to screen employees, conduct surprise audits and train staff. A sidebar lists the steps that should be taken when employee fraud is discovered.
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Contractor’s Toolbox – Use these simple tools to combat check fraud
Spring 2011
Newsletter: Construction Industry Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 415
Abstract: One of the most common fraud schemes today is also one of the simplest: check fraud. It’s relatively easy to create a forged or counterfeit check with nothing more than a computer, scanner and printer. But this article discusses a couple of simple solutions to this problem: positive pay and going paperless.
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Get a handle on multistate sales and use tax issues
Spring 2011
Newsletter: Construction Industry Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 612
Abstract: Over the last few years, the recession has caused many construction companies to expand into other states or even explore international options. It’s critical that contractors doing business in several states understand how each state’s sales and use tax laws will affect their business. This article explains how laws and regulations can vary widely from state to state, including how they differ in their treatment of contracts with tax-exempt entities.
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Want to avoid court? Try ADR instead
Spring 2011
Newsletter: Construction Industry Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 757
Abstract: Disputes arise in all types of business. But they can be particularly nasty for construction companies, because there are so many entities trying to get paid for projects fraught with risk. Yet such disputes can often be resolved more easily and quickly if they avoid litigation altogether. This article looks at a variety of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods that offer effective ways to address different degrees of conflict severity. Besides negotiation, mediation and arbitration, there are smaller, more intermediate steps that can be considered. A sidebar explains what’s involved when all else fails and it’s necessary to go to court.
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Owner/developer bankruptcies – Don’t get soaked
Spring 2011
Newsletter: Construction Industry Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 724
Abstract: Bankruptcy is an unfortunate fact of life. In the current economic climate, construction companies may be faced with project owners or developers that file for Chapter 7 (liquidation) or Chapter 11 (reorganization) protection. This article offers some tips to help contractors maximize their chances of getting paid. It explains how to obtain a security interest in the project, get paid from assets that aren’t part of the bankruptcy estate, and protect the right to payment for current work.
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BANK Wire – FASB backs off fair value proposal
Spring 2011
Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 403
Abstract: This issue’s “BANK Wire” explains that FASB has tentatively decided to allow banks to continue reporting loans held for collection at amortized cost rather than at fair value. It also notes appraisal and evaluation policies and procedures in view of new guidelines issued by the five banking regulators in December; FASB’s deferral of the effective date for certain disclosures about troubled debt restructurings (TDRs); and the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act, which imposes strict licensing and registration requirements on mortgage loan originators (MLOs).
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Do you think all financial statements are created equal?
Spring 2011
Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 624
Abstract: When sitting down to review a customer’s financial statements, banks shouldn’t forget to consider the differences between public and private companies, the customer’s incorporation type, and the accounting method used. This article discusses the details of these factors to help banks take into account their borrowers’ differences.