by Paula Kennedy, EA | May 11, 2021 | Tax
Before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the number of people engaged in the “gig” or sharing economy had been growing, according to several reports. And reductions in working hours during the pandemic have caused even more people to turn to gig work to make up lost income....
by Brian Hare, CPA, CGMA | May 6, 2021 | Business, COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected various industries in very different ways. Widespread lockdowns and discouraged movement have led to increased profitability for some manufacturers and many big-box retailers. The restaurant industry, however, has had a much harder...
by Brian Hare, CPA, CGMA | Apr 28, 2021 | Business
In a society increasingly conscious of well-being, with the costs of health care benefits remaining high, many businesses have established or are considering employee wellness programs. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has defined these programs as...
by Ryan Burke, CPA, MSF | Apr 7, 2021 | Business
If you were to ask your IT staff about how tech support for remote employees is going, they might say something along the lines of, “Fantastic! Never better!” However, if you asked remote workers the same question about IT support, their response could be far less...
by Megan Kosciolek, EA, MST | Mar 31, 2021 | Business
The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), signed into law in early March, aims at offering widespread financial relief to individuals and employers adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The law specifically targets small businesses in many of its provisions. If you...
