5 Simple Steps to a Better Nonprofit Budget
October 27, 2017 | BY Joseph Hoffman
Preparing your not-for-profit’s annual budget is probably one of the least appealing parts of your job. Here’s how to make the process a little less painful.
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4 ways to get (and keep) your business data in order
October 24, 2017 | BY Joseph Hoffman
With so much data flying around these days, it’s easy for a company of any size to get overwhelmed. If something important falls through the cracks, say a contract renewal or outstanding bill, your financial standing and reputation could suffer. Here are four ways to get — and keep — your business data in order:
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Don’t let a crisis KO your nonprofit’s special event – plan ahead
October 22, 2017 | BY Joseph Hoffman
If yours is like most not-for-profit organizations, you depend on a big annual event to raise significant funds or attract new members and supporters. Every facet of your event must be perfect if you’re to reach your goals. But as any experienced event planner can tell you, almost no benefit, gala, meeting or conference goes off without at least a small hitch. And if you’re not prepared for the worst, a big hitch could ruin your fundraiser.
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“Bunching” Medical Expenses May be a Tax-Smart Strategy in 2017
October 16, 2017 | BY Joseph Hoffman
Various limits apply to most tax deductions, and one type of limit is a “floor,” which means expenses are deductible only if they exceed that floor (typically a specific percentage of your income). One example is the medical expense deduction. (more…)
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Critical Connection: How Costs Impact Pricing
October 11, 2017 | BY Joseph Hoffman
As we head toward year end, your company may be reviewing its business strategy for 2017 or devising plans for 2018. As you do so, be sure to give some attention to the prices you’re asking for your existing products and services, as well as those you plan to launch in the near future.
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