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It’s time to review (or create) your document retention policy

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Worried that your company might not have a particular document on hand if the IRS conducted an audit? They create a document retention policy that clarifies what needs to be saved, where, and for how long. Courts and government agencies frown upon individual employees selectively keeping or tossing important documents.

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How to Start a Nonprofit Organization In 5 Simple Steps

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While you may not be sure how your nonprofit is going to solicit donations in the foreseeable future, it’s important to estimate income for the next three years in order to know which form to use when you apply for tax-exempt status. Form 1023 is the application needed to apply for section 501(c)(3) status.

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Digital Nomads And Freelancers Need These Strategies To Navigate Tax Season Smoothly

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The varying tax deductions and credits in different locales that pertain to self-employment can be leveraged to reduce tax liability but require thorough documentation and understanding. Tax Forms for Freelancers The primary tax document for freelancers is the Schedule C form, which reports income or loss from a business.

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IRS poised to allow e-filing of Form 941-X

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The IRS and the National Taxpayer Advocate have been going at each other hammer and tongs over the mountains of paper forms the agency still processes. Earlier this year, it kicked off a new scanning process for Form 940. It says by next winter’s filing season, you should be able to e-file Forms 941-X and 945-X and amended Form 940.

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5 Ways to Thrill Your Customers (Because a Thank You Email Just Doesn’t Cut It Anymore)

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In a study published in Psychological Science , Princeton psychologists Janine Willis and Alexander Todorov reveal that it takes only a tenth of a second to form an impression of someone when you first meet. Transactional milestones are any events that move the customer through the purchasing experience.

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5 SOP examples for your business

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Implementing and documenting standard operating procedures (SOPs) is a great way to make sure that all staff members are completing their tasks in the correct manner. A standard operating procedure (SOP) is a detailed document with step-by-step instructions on how to properly complete a task. What is an SOP? How to format an SOP.

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What Is An ESOP? Here’s What You Need to Know

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Companies add shares by moving newly created shares into the trust or by contributing money to purchase existing shares. Withdrawal rules An ESOP is a form of defined contribution plan, like a 401(k) is, so the IRS limits when you can access the money in your account. Remember that each ESOP is different.