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Investors in the apartment sector of the real estate industry say they expect their property values to remain steady or increase slightly, according to recent surveys. And although rents are generally down, most investors note that they are finding quality tenants as long as the price is right.
As family and closely held businesses look to save on healthcare costs, many are taking another look at healthcare savings accounts. Depending on a company's current healthcare plan, HSAs may offer a cost-saving opportunity for employees as well as employers.
Some employers are leery of hiring an employee who seems overqualified for the job. But the right overqualified person in the right job can be a big asset to the company. Here are seven tips to help you in the interview process.
The risk is there - the numbers don't lie. One of every 10 laptops will be lost or stolen in its lifetime. Even the FBI has major problems in this area. The crime-fighting group reportedly has as many as three or four laptops lost or stolen every month.
One of the easiest ways to steal from an organization is through expense reimbursements. Keeping your organization safe from pilfering staff members demands strong controls, tough actions against perpetrators and management leading by example.
Medical practices frequently fail to properly recognize the cost of medical malpractice claims. The extent of risk transfer is key in determining whether a liability should be recognized for future malpractice claims in the financial statements of a medical practice. By itself, the acquisition of medical malpractice insurance does not necessarily transfer the risk of loss to the insurance carrier.
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A recent case before the Tax Court shows how important it is to know the tax implications when it comes to cashing in an insurance policy. Without understanding the IRS definition of such terms as "long-term capital gain" and "sale or exchange," you could be caught by a nasty tax surprise.
When determining the value of a business for litigation, tax or other business purposes, the credibility of evidence used to determine value is paramount. The American Society of Appraisers has cited "lack of credibility" as first among comments made by the courts in adverse decisions. Determining the value of a business involves full investigation of all facts and circumstances surrounding the business and application of appropriate valuation methods.
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