Barbara Weltman's blog

Don't Hire Without a Background Check

Spend a little time and money getting to know your new hires before you hire them and save lots of time and money later.

3 Ways to Get Tax-Free Income from Your Corporation

Some days it seems you're working for nobody but the taxman. Here's how you can keep a little of it for yourself.

Can a Failed Marriage Lead to Business Failure?

Many happily married business owners avoid thinking about what happens to the firm if the marriage dissolves. But waiting 'til the end may mean parting ways with the company, too.

3 Things Your Accountant May Not Be Telling You

What your accountant doesn't say could be harmful to your business.

6 Tax Penalties You Can Easily Avoid

Your money is hard earned. Don't waste it on these five easily avoidable tax penalties.

Spring Cleaning for Your Business Records

A good Spring cleaning can brighten the office and boost productivity. Just be sure you aren't cleaning too deeply.

3 Must Have Business Agreements

These three agreements can keep your business -- and you -- from getting burned.

4 Thorny Payroll Tax Issues and How to Handle Them

Small businesses face plenty of challenges, including several tough payroll tax challenges. Here's what you can do about them.

3 New 1099 Rules You Should Know About

Starting next year, small businesses and entrepreneurs will need to issue 1099s for a variety of additional services. Find out what you'll need to track and report.

Save Time and Money with Business-Friendly Smartphone Apps

Smartphones are about much more than communication. With apps created just for businesses, your phone can help you track time, manage finances, and even make sales on-the-go.

5 Ways to Save More Taxes in 2011

From hiring your children to changing your accounting methods, make these changes in 2011 to ensure you pay fewer taxes in 2012.

5 Year-End Actions to Improve Your Business

These tax deductions won't just save you money; they'll help your business grow.

Plan Now for Your 2011 Retirement Plan

The year isn't over yet, but it's not too early to think about setting up a qualified retirement plan for 2011.

Does Your Entity Choice Provide Personal Liability Protection?

Making your business a corporation or LLC only goes so far in protecting an owner's personal assets. Discover what you're responsible for.

New Tax Breaks for the Swift

The Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 created new opportunities for businesses to save on their taxes in 2010 and beyond. Here are some actions that can prove beneficial to you.

Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 Does Little for Small Business

The Small Business Jobs Act is a misnomer and not the right legislation to accomplish any of the stated goals

Planning in the Last Quarter of 2010

Between now and the end of the year, businesses should take various actions to help their bottom line for 2010 and to get ready for 2011. Here are some actions to consider.

Tax Rules You Should Know About for 2011

There is an enormous amount of uncertainty about federal taxes for 2010 and 2011. Amid this uncertainty, there are some new rules that will take effect in 2011.

Tax Breaks for Booming Businesses

f your business is booming, take advantage of tax rules to make sure that Uncle Sam doesn't earn more than you do from your efforts.

What to Do About Health Care Insurance Now

Under the health care reform, policies will have to provide certain types of coverage and meet other standards that will substantially raise costs unless they are grandfathered.