Economy August 4, 2026
How Much Have Home Prices Changed? Most Metro Areas Are Up
Five percent of metro areas recorded double-digit price gains, unchanged from last quarter.
Small Business February 14, 2024
U.S. Exports to Cuba Increased in 2023
Exports of food and other goods from the United States were up last year thanks to an explosion of trade involving private small and medium enterprises on the island.
Small Business February 13, 2024
Unwanted Inventory – Is it Better in the Landfill or as a Charitable Donation?
Inventory management is a headache for many businesses. Order too little and you disappoint customers. Order too much and you have a warehouse full of unneeded merchandise.
Taxes February 12, 2024
Why Businesses with High Capex Should Delay Filing Their Tax Returns This Year
With a bipartisan bill making its way through Congress, entrepreneurs might be able to take advantage of additional tax cuts.
Small Business February 12, 2024
CFO Confidence Rises
The majority of CFOs are confident in their ability to meet business goals related to growth, cost control, supply chain and labor needs.
Small Business February 7, 2024
How Firms are Preparing for New 1099 Reporting Rule Deluge
Major upcoming changes to 1099 filing requirements make it more important than ever for firms to prepare their clients — and themselves — for increased workload and tight deadlines.
Accounting February 7, 2024
CT Accountant Charged with Stealing From a Second Client
Carl Benjamin Anderson was arrested by New Milford police Jan. 25 on a warrant charging him with first-degree larceny.
Taxes February 7, 2024
IRS Launches Hub for Employer-Provided Childcare Tax Credit
The new webpage gives information on the tax incentive for businesses that provide childcare services to their employees.
Small Business February 7, 2024
How Did Your 1099 Season Go? New E-Filing Rules Challenged Some in 2024
Due to changes in reporting requirements, the 2024 filings became a little more challenging: The years ahead may be even more so.
Small Business February 1, 2024
Serving Seniors Can Help Firm Real Estate Clients
If you have clients getting into the real estate business as a retirement career, ask them if they’ve considered specializing in the growing senior real estate market by becoming certified as a senior housing professional.
Small Business January 30, 2024
U.S. Sales Tax Rate Changes Hit 10-Year High
In 2023, businesses faced 444 sales tax rate changes spanning state, county, city and district jurisdictions, marking a 17% rise from last year's combined rate changes. This surpasses the former record of 412 rate changes witnessed in 2017.
Small Business January 30, 2024
Will Congress Pass a Farm Bill in 2024?
The farm bill, covering over a billion dollars in spending on nutrition programs, crop insurance and sustainable ag-land funds, has been stuck on the legislative road.
Small Business January 29, 2024
Valentine’s Day Retail Sales Expected to Set Record
The top gifts include candy (57%), greeting cards (40%), flowers (39%), an evening out (32%), jewelry (22%), clothing (21%) and gift cards (19%).