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 US Sees Jump in Small Business Loans, SBA Program

October 28, 2013 

US Sees Jump in Small Business Loans, SBA Program

Treasury officials said loans issued through its Small Business Lending Fund are up $10.4 billion over baseline levels and up $1.4 billion over last quarter, nationwide. More of those loans have been issued in the Southeast than elsewhere in the U.S. according to the report.

 Insurance Company CEO Upbeat on Healtchare Exchanges

October 24, 2013 

Insurance Company CEO Upbeat on Healtchare Exchanges

Insurance giant WellPoint Inc., a key player in the rollout of the Affordable Care Act, said it remains optimistic about the healthcare expansion despite the rocky start of a federal insurance exchange.

 Tips to Navigate New Tax Laws, Changes to W-2 and 1099

October 21, 2013 

Tips to Navigate New Tax Laws, Changes to W-2 and 1099

Preparing for tax season is something individuals need to think about more than just once a year, especially since it seems that every year brings with it new changes related to W-2 and 1099 forms and reporting requirements. For Tax Year 2013, which most Americans will file by April 15, 2014, there are several important…

 Congress Takes Up Farm Bill Again

October 21, 2013 

Congress Takes Up Farm Bill Again

With the end of the government shutdown, farmers and advocates for those who rely on federal food assistance programs are pushing for a new farm bill to win approval from Congress. The day after the government reopened this week, President Barack Obama called a new farm bill his third legislative priority, after a budget deal…

 A Growth Opportunity For CPAs: Self-Directed IRA Investors

October 17, 2013 

A Growth Opportunity For CPAs: Self-Directed IRA Investors

With demand for alternative assets accelerating, CPAs have an opportunity to engage with a growing number of investors making investments in illiquid – and high potential – alternative assets held in an Individual Retirement Account (IRA).