We live in a Golden Age of apps. There’s no end of apps for our smartphones that can improve our lives, whether it’s keeping us entertained on the bus or improving our day-to-day health. There’s also no end of apps that can make a major impact on your small business. Here our ten essential apps we think you should get to help streamline everything from business trips to keeping track of your expenses.
Opening your own business is an exhilarating undertaking made even more exciting if you’re successful. No matter how skilled a business person you are, venturing into stagnating or dwindling industries makes it more likely that your business will be one of the50 percent that fails within the first five years. Help ensure your success by steering clear of these likely-to-fail businesses.
“Do you hire stupid people or people you don’t like?” Imagine the astonished reactions when that question was posed to a group of Estes Valley business leaders who gathered for a roundtable discussion, “How to Enlist Employees as Brand Champions.”
Connecting Colorado (CC) is Larimer County’s economical answer to employers searching for potential candidates without breaking the bank. This free service can save employers hundreds of dollars, if not more, in typical advertising fees.
IR-2014-114, Dec. 10, 2014 WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today issued the 2015 optional standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes. Beginning on Jan. 1, 2015, the standard mileage rates for the use of a car, van, pickup or panel truck will be
IRS Special Edition Tax Tip 2014-21, October 23, 2014 Even though only a few months remain in 2014, you still have time to act so you aren’t surprised at tax-time next year. You should take steps now to avoid owing more taxes or getting a larger refund than you expect. Here are some actions you can take to bring the taxes you pay in advance closer to what you’ll owe when you file your tax return:
IRS Special Edition Tax Tip 2014-23, November 17, 2014 Many people give to charity each year during the holiday season. Remember, if you want to claim a tax deduction for your gifts, you must itemize your deductions. There are several tax rules that you should know about before you give. Here are six tips from the IRS that you should keep in mind:
IRS Special Edition Tax Tip 2014-24, December 9, 2014 Individual Retirement Accounts are an important way to save for retirement. If you have an IRA or may open one soon, there are some key year-end rules that you should know. Here are the top four reminders on IRAs from the IRS:
Keep separate bank accounts for your business. Don't mix personal and business transactions in one bank account. Deposit income promptly in a business bank account. If you need cash for small daily expenses, use petty cash. Avoid using cash to pay for bills or inventory. Pay with check or credit card whenever possible so that you have a record of the purchase. It is too easy to lose receipts and forget about expenses paid with hard cash.
Are you, your spouse or a dependent heading off to college? If so, here’s a quick tip from the IRS: some of the costs you pay for higher education can save you money at tax time. Here are several important facts you should know about education tax credits