business: Beige Book Released By Federal Reserve For July 2008 - 07/30/08 12:13 AM
The Federal Reserve recently published their latest issue of the Beige Book. It is available online. The following is a brief list of it's overall (national) summary findings (using data as of July 14th):1. Economic activity slowed somewhat since the last report. St. Louis said activity was stable and San Francisco reported little or … (0 comments)
|
business: Buy Local - Save Gas - Go Green - 06/26/08 02:45 PM
Many municipalities are realizing that local businesses, attractions and events may benefit from the current high gas prices. Shop Local! As most people I come in contact with are seeking to minimize their driving costs, this is a great opportunity for local business to stress their high quality and often unique products … (0 comments)
|
business: Beige Book Released By Federal Reserve For June 2008 - 06/12/08 12:55 AM
The Federal Reserve recently published their latest issue of the Beige Book. It is available online. The following is a brief list of it's overall (national) summary findings (using data as of June 2nd):1. Economic activity remained weak since the last report. Economic activity was weak, soft, sluggish, modest in all Districts, except Philadelphia, … (3 comments)
|
business: New Jersey Paid Family Leave Legislation Now State Law - 05/03/08 09:57 PM
Governor Jon Corzine signed into law paid family leave legislation, A873 - Albano (D1), Oliver (D34), Greenstein (D14), DeAngelo (D14)/S786 - Sweeney (D3), Buono (D18), in a ceremony held on Friday at the State House. New Jersey is the third state to inact paid family leave legislation, along with California and Washington.The legislation … (0 comments)
|
business: Beige Book Released By Federal Reserve For April 2008 - 04/16/08 10:46 PM
The Federal Reserve recently published their latest issue of the Beige Book. It is available online. The following is a brief list of it's overall (national) summary findings (using data as of April 7th):1. Economic activity has slowed since the last report. Business activity has weakened in all but three Districts, Richmond, … (0 comments)
|
business: FYI: State New Economy Index - 03/12/08 08:07 PM
The State New Economy Index, which was most recently released in 2007 by the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation and the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF), provides a state-by-state analysis of how state economies are transforming from an over aged industrial economic model based on "smokestack chasing" in which economic development success is … (0 comments)
|
business: Beige Book Released By Federal Reserve For March 2008 - 03/07/08 12:08 AM
The Federal Reserve recently published their latest issue of the Beige Book. It is available online. The following is a brief list of it's overall (national) summary findings (using data as of February 25th): 1. Economic activity has slowed since the beginning of the year. Business activity was weakened, slowed or subdued.2. Consumer spending reports were … (0 comments)
|
business: IRS Seeks New Issues for the Industry Issue Resolution Program - 03/04/08 04:22 PM
The Internal Revenue Service is encouraging business taxpayers, associations and other interested parties to submit to the Industry Issue Resolution (IIR) Program tax issues for resolution involving a controversy, a dispute or an unnecessary burden on taxpayers.The objective of the IIR program is to resolve business tax issues common to significant … (0 comments)
|
business: New Jersey Identity Theft Protection - 02/16/08 08:56 PM
The New Jersey state government is actively developing and implement laws to protect the local individual against identity threats. Just as with the federal government, the NJ state government is focusing on making it harder to illegally obtain identity information by requiring users and holders of identity information to maintain proper protection procedures. New Jersey … (0 comments)
|
business: Business Articles By Sub-Category - 02/08/08 10:20 PM
The purpose of this entry is to attempt to group and sub-categorize my business related articles by main topics.Business articles include information about starting a business, growing a business, outside effects on your business, how to avoid preventable problems and guidelines for planning for disaster and how to recover if a disaster … (0 comments)
|
business: IRS: "Filing Season Central" and Resource for Small Business and the Self-Employed - 02/08/08 09:37 PM
Filing Season Central is your one stop assistance center for filing your business returns. This includes Highlights of Tax Law Changes, Tax Tips for 2008, and more. It's designed for small business and the self-employed -- Everything you need to keep current and compliant with the Tax Law and it's changes. (Source: … (0 comments)
|
business: Beige Book Released By Federal Reserve For January 2008 - 01/17/08 01:48 AM
The Federal Reserve recently published their latest issue of the Beige Book. It is available online. The following is a brief list of it's overall (national) summary findings (using data as of January 7th): 1. Economic activity increased modestly since the last report, but at a slower pace. Expansion was characterized as moderate, modest and mixed. The … (0 comments)
|
business: Tips For Playing With The Federal "Kiddie Tax" - 12/29/07 10:53 PM
A past month article in FSB discussed the federal limits parents can shift to a child to take advantage of the youth's lower tax rate. The Small Business and Work Opportunity Tax Act of 2007 includes changes to the "Kiddie Tax". For example, it states that...
You are eligible for a tax break if:* In tax year … (0 comments)
|
business: New Year's Resolutions You Should Make - 12/29/07 02:30 PM
REALTOR Magazine offered tips for starting the year on solid ground by being organized, following up with clients, and reaching your sales goals. I believe they applyl to any type of business. Following is the summary of those resolutions.I resolve to...Develop a business plan.Create checklists and action plans for the upcoming year.Plan … (0 comments)
|
business: Seven Tips To More Confidence - 12/29/07 02:25 PM
There are many aspects to becoming more successful. An important component is confidence. A recent Realty Times article discusses seven powerful tips to more confidence. Before you create your next marketing plan, check your confidence level.The seven confidence building tips discussed in the article are:Focus on What You Want. (Ask, "What … (0 comments)
|
business: Ocean County Resource Center - 11/30/07 05:22 PM
Ocean County, New JerseyOcean County Seal
Welcome to the Ocean County Resource Center. If you're considering, planning or in the process of living, working or vacationing in this county, located within the area of New Jersey, known as South Jersey, then you've come to the right place. This is for you! Think of … (0 comments)
|
business: Beige Book Released By Federal Reserve For November - 11/30/07 08:47 AM
The Federal Reserve recently published their latest issue of the Beige Book. It is available online. The following is a brief list of it's overall (national) summary findings (using data as of October 5th): 1. Economic activity continued to expand since the last report, but the pace of growth had decelerated since August. Expansion was characterized as moderate, … (1 comments)
|
business: Beige Book Released By Federal Reserve For October - 10/18/07 02:03 AM
The Federal Reserve recently published their latest issue of the Beige Book. It is available online. The following is a brief list of it's overall (national) summary findings (using data as of October 5th): 1. Economic activity continued to expand since the last report, but the pace of growth had decelerated since August. Expansion was characterized as moderate, … (0 comments)
|
business: Business-to-Business: Negotiation With Customers Seeking Concessions - 10/05/07 03:43 PM
In a recent ConnectITNews newsletter article, entitled "No Free Gifts: Advice designed to keep your value high and your customers happy", Colleen Francis discusses how to handle situations where your business clients demand additional concessions over what is currently offered for sale.You essentially have two choices: stand firm and walk away to protect your … (0 comments)
|
business: Request Employer Identification Number Online In Real Time - 09/30/07 12:32 AM
Taxpayers can now request an Employer Identification Number (EIN) through a Web-based system that instantly processes requests and generates identification numbers in real time, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced recently. "This new and improved online application will reduce the time it takes taxpayers to get an EIN," said Richard Morgante, … (0 comments)
|
;)
;)
