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5 ways to speed up collections

Turning receivables into cash is among the most important things a business must do. Of course, it’s easier said than done. Here are five ways to speed up collections:

14 May

Considering layoffs? Try these alternatives first

It’s every business owner’s least-favorite task: laying off staff. But sometimes, layoffs are unavoidable. Labor costs are a significant line item on most companies’ income statements, and reducing your workforce can potentially help restore stability if your business hits choppy…

13 May

Your post-tax-filing checklist

After you’ve filed your 2025 tax return, what’s next? It’s easy to move on to other things, but taking a little time to address some tax-related items now can help you stay organized and avoid issues later. Here are a…

13 May

Benefits that help you care for your company’s caregivers

With caregiving costs rising faster than inflation, it’s harder than ever to juggle parenting young children or caring for elderly relatives while also working nine to five. Your business can help support caregiving employees and boost productivity by offering dependent…

13 May

FAQs about the research credit

Companies that engage in research and development activities may qualify for a federal tax credit for some of those expenses. The credit is complicated to calculate, and not all research activities are eligible — but the tax savings can be…

04 May

Debt vs. equity: Classification counts when shareholders put money into their corporations

If you operate your business as a C corporation, how you put money into your company — and how you take it back out — can have a major impact on your tax bill. Payments from shareholders to fund the business…

02 May

Don’t miss your opportunity to make a 2025 IRA contribution — whether you can deduct it or not

Generally, each year you can contribute up to the annual limit to a traditional or Roth IRA (or a combination of the two). But once the contribution deadline has passed, the opportunity to contribute for that year is lost forever.…

01 May

Cross-functional teams can boost collaboration — and sales

“Cross-functional” sales teams that collaborate with other departments often perform more effectively than siloed ones. By providing feedback and support, employees with varied skill sets and knowledge bases can help your sales team create more holistic sales strategies, better align…

01 May

It’s your last chance to claim these clean energy tax breaks

Last year’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) terminated several clean energy tax incentives earlier than previously scheduled. But if you bought an electric vehicle or made certain green home improvements last year, you might be eligible for a tax…

01 May

Why you might want to build a wall between your business and its real estate

Does your business own its real estate in a separate holding company, such as a limited liability company (LLC) or limited partnership? This practice can provide several advantages, including shielding property from your company’s creditors. It can also ease estate…

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5 ways to speed up collections

Introduction

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