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E-ssentials Bulletin
Our newest profitability and wealth accumulation tips for our clients and contacts. Click on items of interest for more details on each topic.
Building Construction
 
 
During the harrowing real estate market of the past few years, there have been numerous instances of renters being evicted without any prior notice when the home they were living in underwent foreclosed. A law passed this year offers renters some protections.
 
Family Business
 
 
When a valued manager in your company leaves, it is difficult for all involved. But when that valued manager also is a family member, there are other issues that may arise.
 
General Business
 
 
As the workplace ages, managers may find big differences in how people of different generations react to management styles and other issues in the office. Here are some tips for dealing with the senior staffers.
 
Manufacturing
 
 
Financial statements provide information about your company's performance. It's important that you know how to read them. They will tell you just how you are doing. Here's a primer for knowing what the important numbers mean.
 
Nonprofit Organizations
 
 
In today's economy, when you have a job opening at your nonprofit organization, you're likely to have a flooded inbox. With everything you have to do, how can you quickly determine who are the leading contenders for the position?
 
Physician Services
 
 
The "Red Flags Rule" requires creditors, including physicians, to protect consumers from identity theft. The controversial rule's compliance deadline has been extended to Nov. 1, 2009.
 
Wealth Advice and Financial Planning
 
 
Your chance of being audited depends a lot on how much you make, according to IRS figures. For those earning under $200,000 a year, the chance was slightly less than 1 in 100 in 2008. For taxpayers making more than $200,000, the audit rate was just under 3 in 100 (2.94 percent). And the percentage climbs with annual income.
 
Valuations
 
 
How do you know what price tag is right for your business? The answer lies in the complex calculations that are part of a professional business valuation.
 
Washington Tax Update
 
 
 
 
 
 
Latest Business Headlines
 
CNNMoney
 
Reuters
 
MarketWatch
 
USA Today
 
FOXBusiness
 
Hoyman Dobson recently hosted its second annual Casino Night Recruiting Event. This memorable recruiting event took place on Sept. 24, 2009, in the Garden Key Room of the Student Union at the University of Central Florida.  

"This year's event was even more impressive, with a threefold increase in attendance from last year's," shares Peggy Baugh, CPA, who leads Hoyman Dobson's recruiting efforts. "The students had a blast, and they enjoyed the experience late into the night."

The Casino Night program included a presentation from Barbara Oswalt, CPA/ABV, CVA, CFF, Hoyman Dobson Tax & Business Valuations Director. In addition, the younger generation of Hoyman Dobson tax & audit employees shared firsthand the benefits and advantages of working for Hoyman Dobson. After the Q&A session, the attendees were treated to all of the casino favorites, including Black Jack, poker, craps, and roulette. "We enjoyed meeting the future generation of accounting professionals and throughout the evening we gave away multiple door prizes," continues Ms. Baugh. "Our goal was to create a memorable experience and we think we achieved that."  
 
About Hoyman Dobson
 
Founded in 1964 Hoyman Dobson is a member of CPAmerica, one of the world's largest networks of independent CPA and consulting firms. The firm is the creator of a groundbreaking service process called the "Goals to Reality Experience" ™.
 
Hoyman Dobson is best known for providing expert financial services to government contractors and construction companies. Another area of expertise includes employees 401(k) plans administration services, which are provided by its affiliated firm, CPA Wealth Management Services (www.cpawms.com).
For additional information about Hoyman Dobson and its services please visit www.hoyman.com or call 321-255-0088. 
 
Featured Local Business Program: Project Lift-Off
 
A professional assistance program for early-stage entrepreneurs located with the TRDA Business Innovation Center. Learn more here.
 
 
 
Business Tips
 
Controlling Cash Flow - Shop your insurance often. Make sure you deal with solid companies, but don't let them get complacent with your business.
 
Wealth Tips
 
Your Savings - Don't let money languish in the bank. Keep just enough in checking to cover bills and fees and put the rest to work in CDs, money markets, etc. where you will get a better yield.
 
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The technical information in E-ssentials is necessarily brief. No final conclusion on these topics should be drawn without further review and consultation. Please be advised that, based on current IRS rules and standards, the advice contained herein is not intended to be used, nor can it be used, for the avoidance of any tax penalty assessed by the IRS.
 
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