by Stapley Accounting | Nov 12, 2024 | Business
Most businesses today understand all too well that they must craft a robust and varied benefits package to draw good job candidates and retain valued employees. But beyond basics such as health insurance and a retirement plan, there are so many options. Well, you can... by Stapley Accounting | Nov 7, 2024 | Uncategorized
Let’s say you have an unincorporated sideline activity that you consider a business. Perhaps you offer photography services, create custom artwork or sell handmade items online. Will the IRS agree that your venture is a business, not a hobby? It’s an essential... by Stapley Accounting | Nov 6, 2024 | Uncategorized
No matter size nor mission, all employers must work proactively to prevent toxic work environments. Failing to do so means it’s likely only a matter of time before bad things happen, with possibilities ranging from the departure of good employees to bad publicity to... by Stapley Accounting | Nov 5, 2024 | Business
When it comes to growth, businesses have two broad options. First, there’s organic growth — that is, progress made through internal efforts such as boosting sales, expanding into other markets, innovating new products or services, and improving operational efficiency.... by Stapley Accounting | Oct 30, 2024 | Employer
Historically, retirement has been a bit like jumping off a cliff. Employees pick a date, maybe enjoy a going-away party and then off they go into the great golden years beyond. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Under the concept of phased retirement, prospective... by Stapley Accounting | Oct 29, 2024 | Business
The U.S. job market has largely stabilized since the historic disruption of the pandemic and the unusual fluctuations that followed. But the fact remains that employee retention is mission-critical for businesses. Retaining employees is still generally less expensive... by Stapley Accounting | Oct 24, 2024 | Uncategorized
With the arrival of fall, it’s an ideal time to begin implementing strategies that could reduce your tax burden for both this year and next. One of the first planning steps is to ascertain whether you’ll take the standard deduction or itemize deductions for 2024. You... by Stapley Accounting | Oct 23, 2024 | Employer
The Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA) was enacted in 2008. Its chief mandate is to prevent group health plans and health insurance issuers from imposing more restrictive financial requirements and treatment limitations on mental health and... by Stapley Accounting | Oct 22, 2024 | Business
Few, if any, companies can operate successfully today without the right information technology (IT) strategy. And as businesses grow, their IT needs and infrastructures become even more complex and costly. This push and pull of managing growth while grappling with... by Stapley Accounting | Oct 17, 2024 | Uncategorized
Working from home has become increasingly common. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that about one out of five workers conducts business from home for pay. The numbers are even higher in certain occupational groups. About one in three people in...
