August 2019 - Page 2 of 2

Aug
07
2019

Making your nonprofit’s special event profitable

As in the for-profit world, sometimes not-for-profits need to spend money to make money. This is particularly true when it comes to fundraisers. At the same time, it’s critical that you make a budget and stick to it. Estimate expenses for such items as facility rental, food and drinks and entertainment, and then scrutinize the list for what can be reduced or cut. You might be able to find a business sponsor to help defray costs.

Aug
06
2019

IRS launches new Tax Withholding Estimator Tool

IRS launches new Tax Withholding Estimator; Redesigned online tool makes it easier to do a paycheck checkup | Internal Revenue Service http://bit.ly/2TelhqT

Aug
05
2019

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY

HBL would like to wish the following employees Happy Anniversary for July!
Connie – 1 Year
Danielle – 11 Years
Kenzie – 2 Years
Michael – 2 Years
Mike – 12 Years

Aug
05
2019

HBL Makes Inside Public Accounting Top 400 Firms for 2019

The IPA Best of the Best Firms

In 1994, IPA began naming the top 50 Best of the Best Firms in the U.S., selected exclusively on their performance in specific areas of management, growth and strategic vision. These Best of the Best firms are some of the highest-performing public accounting firms in the country.

Firms of all sizes are eligible for the Best of the Best annual list. IPA’s proprietary scoring system removes imbalances that could be attributed to the size of a firm or its proximity to a major metropolitan area.

Aug
05
2019

Association Retirement Plans

The Dept. of Labor (DOL) has just issued regulations that will make it easier for small businesses to provide retirement savings plans to their workers. Final regs regarding association retirement plans (ARPs) will allow small businesses to band together to offer 401(k) and other defined contribution plans to their employees. ARPs could be offered by associations of employers in a local, state or multistate metropolitan area; employers that are part of a specific industry (nationwide);

Aug
03
2019

Managing the amount of tax you’ll owe for this year

Managing the amount of tax you’ll owe for this year may require thinking about tax issues now, long before it’s time to file. One aspect that affects your tax bill is your adjusted gross income (AGI). The higher your AGI, the higher your tax rate. In a Tax Tip, the IRS offers some ways to lower your AGI during the year. A few ideas: Contribute to a Health Savings Account; claim educator expenses if you’re a qualified educator;

Aug
02
2019