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#TechTips: The Small Firm Advantage

By Jonathan Rivlin The funny thing about aging is how non sequiturs trigger associations that link to long dormant memories. I recently saw a picture of and that took me back to the summer of 1991 when he appeared in the movie “Doc Hollywood” staring Michael J. Fox and Julie Warner. In that movie, Michael J. …
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20 Conversation Starters To Make Networking A Little Less Awkward

Even the most social people dislike networking events because of how awkward it is to have to walk up to random strangers and make conversation. There’s one important thing you have to remember though: Everyone feels as awkward as you do. Here’s a compilation of serious and laid-back conversation starters that will take the initial …
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3 Bad Habits Preventing You From Accomplishing Your Goals

With so much competition out there in every line of work, you can’t risk letting things slip through the crack — especially not your big goals. Whether you’re working for yourself or someone else, it’s essential to reflect on the habits that you have because many of them may be unproductive ones. Here are some …
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#TechTips: The Most Overlooked Issue With the IRS’ eServices App

By Jonathan Rivlin, CPA It’s been said that there’s a pathway to a particular place that is paved with good intentions. This opening line is a portent of frustrations and difficulties that I know you, my fellow practitioners, have experienced. Whenever I must give a critical review or pass a negative judgement, I always try …
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How Does International Tax Reporting Work In the U.S.?

Around the world, countries that have multinational corporations completing business transactions within their borders will tax the income that those companies generate. In the U.S. however, U.S. based multinationals are also taxed for income they’ve accumulated outside of the U.S. However, they receive a tax credit for any foreign income taxes they’ve already paid. American …
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Is Achieving Work-Life Balance Possible?

What does work-life balance really mean? On the surface, it seems like your life will be balanced if you’re able to allot similar amounts of time — and more importantly, energy — to all aspects of your life. It’s important to note that every individual is different: One person may feel as though they are …
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Are You Using the Right Social Media For Your Business?

There are so many social media platforms out there that it’s hard to keep track of them all, let alone establish a presence on each one. On top of that, new social media is always cropping up — so, how do you know which platform is right for you and your business? Firstly, you need …
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#TechTips: Doing Well While Doing Good: MVLS and Tax Controversy

By Jonathan Rivlin for MSATP In a recent edition of our Society’s journal, The Free State Accountant, there was a column that talked about volunteering for the Maryland Volunteer Lawyer’s Service’s (MVLS) Low Income Tax Clinic. Tech Tips will affirm the benefits of serving the public by taking on pro bono cases into your practice. …
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How to Provide the Best Customer Service

The better service you provide your clients, the more likely they’ll be to remain loyal to you and your business. Not only does this mean you’ll have their business for longer, but it also means they’ll be willing to refer your company to their family, friends, and peers. A huge part of providing your clients …
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