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Don’t take government guarantees for granted – How to avoid jeopardizing your SBA loan guarantees
Summer 2023
Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 534
Abstract: Banks that participate in U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) lending programs must comply with all SBA requirements and standards to ensure that the government will honor its loan guarantees. This article explains that these loans allow banks that follow prudent lending practices to expand customer base, reduce risk, boost lending capacity (the guaranteed portion of these loans doesn’t count toward a bank’s legal lending limit), and improve liquidity (the guaranteed portion can be sold on the secondary market).
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Failure to mark reduces patentee’s infringement recovery
February / March 2022
Newsletter: Ideas on Intellectual Property Law
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 534
Abstract: Patent holders may think that their patents mean they can recover reasonable royalty damages on all infringers’ sales of their infringing products. But this isn’t necessarily the case. This article reviews a case in which the court notes that a patent holder who hasn’t complied with the marking requirement of the federal Patent Act may be awarded limited damages — even if the defendant admits it was aware of the patent. Lubby Holdings LLC v. Chung, No. 19-2286 (Fed. Cir. Sept. 1, 2021).
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Appropriations law addresses PPP forgiveness, tax treatment
May / June 2021
Newsletter: Real Estate Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 534
Abstract: The Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA), signed into law in late December 2020, allocated additional funding for forgivable loans through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) — for both first-time and so-called “second-draw” borrowers who’ve been hit by the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. It also includes several critical provisions related to loan forgiveness and tax treatment that should be of interest to all PPP borrowers. This article highlights the latest information.
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Industry trends: Megaprojects are on the rise
Spring 2020
Newsletter: On-Site
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 534
Abstract: They’re big, and they’re big business. Megaprojects, large-scale and often high-profile construction projects that cost $1 billion or more, are taking the industry by storm. This article provides some stunning statistics on the trend and suggests questions a contractor should ask before submitting a bid.
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Industry trends: Megaprojects are on the rise
March / April 2020
Newsletter: Contractor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 534
Abstract: They’re big, and they’re big business. Megaprojects, large-scale and often high-profile construction projects that cost $1 billion or more, are taking the industry by storm. This article provides some stunning statistics on the trend and suggests questions a contractor should ask before submitting a bid.
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Your business’s real estate: Avoiding a costly mistake
Winter 2019
Newsletter: Management & Tax Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 534
Abstract: Many businesses choose to separate ownership of the building and real estate from the business itself. The strategy shields these assets from claims by creditors if the company ever files for bankruptcy. And the property is better protected against claims that may arise if a customer is injured on the property and sues the business. This article briefly discusses the tax angle of such a move and its implementation. The challenges of family owned businesses are also discussed.
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Protect your volunteers from liabilities
Fall 2018
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 534
Abstract: For many nonprofits, their volunteers rank among their most valuable assets. These individuals contribute critical services, freeing up employees to work on other vital matters or, in some cases, essentially serving as an organization’s staff. This article discusses the steps necessary to minimize their risk of tax or legal liabilities that could be associated with their volunteer work.
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4 questions to ask before hiring household help
July 2018
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 534
Abstract: When someone hires household help — such as an in-home caregiver, gardener or personal chef — that individual may become an employer. With employer status comes a variety of specific tax obligations. This article explores four questions that everyone should ask before saying, “You’re hired.”
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4 questions to ask before hiring household help
Summer 2018
Newsletter: Business Matters
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 534
Abstract: When someone hires household help — such as an in-home caregiver, gardener or personal chef — that individual may become an employer. With employer status comes a variety of specific tax obligations. This article explores four questions that everyone should ask before saying, “You’re hired.”
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Beyond theft: The human side of jobsite security
Summer 2017
Newsletter: On-Site
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 534
Abstract: When the topic of security on a construction site comes up, the discussion usually revolves around one word: theft. But there’s another aspect of the topic that tends to get relatively little attention: the human side. This article warns of the dangers of on-the-job personal conflicts and suggests ways contractors can resolve disputes before they become real and even dangerous problems.
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Advise DB plan participants carefully on lump sum window opportunities
August / September 2016
Newsletter: Employee Benefits Update
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 534
Abstract: There are sound reasons why defined benefit plan sponsors may offer participants lump sum payout windows. Principal among them: lowering the plan’s financial exposure, thereby providing greater long-term financial security to participants who elect to stay in the plan. However, the consequences of accepting a lump sum payout can be good or bad for participants. This article looks at the pros and cons of these windows.
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Road rules: Deducting business travel expenses
Winter 2016
Newsletter: Business Matters
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 534
Abstract: Those who travel for business want to ensure that the expenses they incur while doing so are tax deductible. IRS rules are strict, and improperly substantiated deductions can be costly. This article explains the “away from home” rule, which expenses may qualify for a deduction and how an employer-offered accountable plan generally works.
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Road rules: Deducting business travel expenses
January 2016
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 534
Abstract: Those who travel for business want to ensure that the expenses they incur while doing so are tax deductible. IRS rules are strict, and improperly substantiated deductions can be costly. This article explains the “away from home” rule, which expenses may qualify for a deduction and how an employer-offered accountable plan generally works.
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Industry forecast: Blue skies ahead
January / February 2015
Newsletter: Contractor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 534
Abstract: The clouds are finally starting to lift on the U.S. construction industry. Or so say economists from three large U.S. construction and building trade associations during a joint meeting this past August. This article reveals their findings, which foresee a vibrant environment for nonresidential construction spending and more moderate growth for the residential market.
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4 easy ways to retain borrowers
June / July 2013
Newsletter: Commercial Lending Report
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 534
Abstract: In today’s competitive lending market, financial institutions risk losing borrowers to more assertive lenders who promise lower interest rates, higher credit lines and faster closing dates. And high customer turnover can cause a loan officer to look bad to senior bank executives. This article describes four ways that lenders can improve their relationships with customers.
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Hiring time – Options for owners who need a hand
Spring 2012
Newsletter: Business Matters
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 534
Abstract: Although many business owners remain uncertain about the economy’s recovery, some have decided to bring new staff on board to take advantage of any potential economic upswing. As this article explains, owners need to consider their current productivity and revenue — as well as projected growth. They also must weigh the cost of lost opportunities against the cost of hiring a full-time employee or temp.