Research credit available to some businesses for the first time

Research credit available to some businesses for the first time

The TCJA didn’t change the research credit, but it has an impact on the credit. Previously, corporations subject to alternative minimum tax (AMT) couldn’t offset the research credit against AMT liability, which erased the credit’s current benefits. By eliminating...
Reduce insurance costs by encouraging employee wellness

Reduce insurance costs by encouraging employee wellness

The safer your workplace, the less likely you’ll incur high workers’ compensation premiums. But think about the impact of employee wellness on other insurance costs, too. From a physical well-being standpoint, a formal wellness program can encourage healthier life...
Now’s the time to review your business expenses

Now’s the time to review your business expenses

As we approach the end of the year, it’s a good idea to review your business’s expenses for deductibility. At the same time, consider whether you’d benefit from accelerating certain expenses into this year. There’s no master list of deductible business expenses in the...
A strong BYOD policy combines convenience with security

A strong BYOD policy combines convenience with security

Many companies now take a “bring your own device” (BYOD) approach to technology to boost efficiency while reducing IT costs. But BYOD comes with risks. Sensitive company data becomes much less secure when networks are accessible via personal devices that could be...