Entrepreneurs are often rightfully proud of their businesses. They may have wishes for the business to stay in the family or have another individual or group take over the reins when they are ready to move on. Whatever the plan for the next phase of business...
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How to pierce the corporate veil: opioid case provides an example
One of the key benefits to most types of business formation is protection from personal liability. Business owners may choose an LLC, LP or corporation for various reasons, but all three generally protect the owners from any debts or lawsuits the business itself may...
The evolution of the practice of law: Boutique law firms
The legal marketplace is changing. Attorneys are doing more than just practicing law, they are becoming entrepreneurs and starting their own practices in their preferred area of law. Recent data shows 23 percent of legal practitioners were interested in opening their...
Self-employed? You may owe the IRS quarterly tax payments.
There are many perks to owning your own business. You set the budget, expectations and goals -- but you also must assure that all laws are followed and tax obligations are fullfilled. For some, this is another perk. The ability to control these details may bring a...
Business owners and tax audits: What to expect
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) reviewed tens of thousands of small business tax returns in 2017.How will I know my business is the subject of an audit? The IRS always notifies the business through a mailing. Never by phone. 70.8 percent of all audits were...
Is it still worthwhile to invest in retail real estate?
The rise in online retail has undeniably shifted consumer behavior. While the change has led to high-profile declines for big-box retailers such as Sears and Toys-R-Us, does it make this the wrong time to invest in retail real estate?Like most real estate...
Tips for successful business leadership
Successful entrepreneurs may have difficulty translating their business style into an effective leadership strategy. A few tips that can help business leaders provide quality leadership for their personnel include:Take time. This is a two-part tip. First, take the...
Private practices: Tips before agreeing to medical practice buyout
The Avalere Health and the Physicians Advocacy Institute (PAI) reports acquisitions by hospitals of physician practices increased 128 percent from 2012 to 2018. The group estimates hospitals acquired over 13,000 physician practices from 2015 to 2018. PAI estimates...
3 things to know as business owners prep for 2018 tax filings
Business owners are preparing to file for taxes under a whole new federal income tax regime. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) passed last year led to the biggest change to the tax code in decades. A number of these changes directly impact small and medium sized...
Legal tools that can help keep a family business in the family
Legal tools can help the longevity of a family business. Two options to consider when aiming to keep a family business in the family include trusts and shareholder or buy-sell agreements.A trust: Reduce tax obligations and financial burden for future generations A...

