Wholesale & Distributors Should Prepare for Change in 2020
When the Federal Reserve (“the Fed”) dropped interest rates for the third time in a row this past October, the business world took notice. At the time, the Fed stated their rate drops were simply insurance against a recession and not indicators one was imminent. This move may have paid
What Does the DOL Look For In An Audit?
A Department of Labor (DOL) Audit can be a costly and time consuming endeavor. In addition to monetary penalties, those subjected to an audit can spend a significant amount of time gathering information in response the DOL’s inquiries. By 2016, the DOL’s monetary recoveries exceeded $700 million. What Triggers a
Did You Say I Might Have to Take a Quiz AGAIN to Get My Ohio Tax Refund?
You read that correctly. You may need to take an identity confirmation quiz in order for your Ohio tax return to be processed and your refund issued if you were one of the lucky selected individuals. Since each tax year stands on its own, you could have been required to
Opportunities for Wholesalers to Watch in 2016
According to ITR Economics late 2016 and early 2017 will show improvement in the wholesale-distribution sector. Manufacturing is expected to reach its bottom in the 2nd quarter of 2016. With this in mind, it is important to understand that your region of the country and industry will dictate your
Alan Beaulieu Forecasts a Turbulent Economy Ahead
As a business owner, wouldn’t it be nice to know how the economy is going to perform in the future, so adjustments can be made to the business model before a change in business climate? I recently attended Alan Beaulieu’s economic forecast, sponsored by Barnes Dennig, Huntington Bank and DBL
Ohio Business Incentives
Many Ohio business owners are surprised to learn about the various incentives, credits and other programs available to companies doing business in Ohio. There are a number of opportunities available that can make the cost of doing business, expanding operations or investing in new real estate more affordable. There are