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Federal court rejects FTC’s noncompete agreement ban

In April 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) approved a final rule prohibiting most noncompete agreements with employees. The ban was scheduled to take effect on September 4, 2024, but ran into multiple court challenges. Now the court in one of those...

Are you liable for two additional taxes on your income?

Having a high income may mean you owe two extra taxes: the 3.8% net investment income tax (NIIT) and a 0.9% additional Medicare tax on wage and self-employment income. Let’s take a look at these taxes and what they could mean for you. 1. The NIIT In addition to income...

Federal court rejects FTC’s noncompete agreement ban

In April 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) approved a final rule prohibiting most noncompete agreements with employees. The ban was scheduled to take effect on September 4, 2024, but ran into multiple court challenges. Now the court in one of those...

Understanding the ABCs of credits and debits

Bookkeeping fundamentals are essential to accurate financial reporting. Using software solutions — such as QuickBooks®, NetSuite® or Xero™ — can simplify double-entry accounting. However, knowing how the process works can provide reassurance that your business is...

Cash or accrual accounting: What’s best for tax purposes?

Your businesses may have a choice between using the cash or accrual method of accounting for tax purposes. The cash method often provides significant tax benefits for those that qualify. However, some businesses may be better off using the accrual method. Therefore,...

Improve financial reporting with an effective audit committee

External auditors have primary responsibility for audit quality. However, the audit committee plays an important oversight role in the financial reporting process. Here are some best practices to consider when evaluating the composition of your company’s audit...