Borders book stores are closing forever, rendering their gift cards valueless. The future is not brighter for many other retailers who face potential bankruptcy or massive store closings.
Knowing this, why would anyone give retail gift cards to their top performing employees or customers?
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For small business owners—especially sole proprietors, freelancers or people with ongoing health issues—one aspect of the sweeping health insurance reform legislation passed in 2010 was very promising: The bill called for states to create health insurance exchanges that would make it easier for peo Read More
When it’s time to reward employees at your small business for service above and beyond the call of duty, how do you do it? Do you use cash, gifts or some other form of reward? Writing at Compensation Café, Derek Irvine recently took a look at the difference in effectiveness between cash and gifts a Read More
In order to provide a way for a non-working spouse to grow a nest egg, it is allowable for a working spouse to contribute some of his or her earned income to an IRA. Make sure your employees know about this option. Read More
My new high deductible plan, combined with a HSA, will help me keep more of my money for me, while at the same time making sure that my family is protected against unexpected health issues. Check your employer's health plan to see if this is an option for you. Read More
Do you have service employees, such as waiters, food service workers or hairdressers, who come in contact with the public? Then you need to know about a major change that will affect you (if you’re in Connecticut) and may affect you in the future if your state follows suit.
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Learn how employee tenure, turnover, turnover costs and retirement plans/revenue vary among our current and 2010 small workplace award winners, finalists and other applicants. Read More
One of the essentials of financial freedom is preparing for the future. One way you can do this is by opening a tax-advantaged retirement account, like a 401k, and maxing it out. Read More
Employee bonus plans may not be right for every business. Anita Campbell provides the details you need to make your decision. Read More
One of the realities of tax-deferred retirement accounts is the required minimum distribution (RMD). Here’re the ins and outs of the RMD. Read More
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