local updates
What is an LLC seal for?
An LLC Seal is a small handheld device that allows you to imprint an official-looking emblem with your company name and the year it was founded on paper, ...
Read Journal 
education
Why is my business not making profit?
If you’re not pricing with profitability in mind, it doesn’t matter how many sales you make—you’ll never make a profit. Your product isn’t viable. It’s im...
Read Journal
technology insights
What do you need to know about California LLC form 568?
Form 568 is the Return of Income that many limited liability companies (LLC) are required to file in the state of California. LLCs classified as a disrega...
Read Journal
health
How will you treat the gratuity received under the Payment of Gratuity Act?
Employees Not Covered Under the Payment of Gratuity Act The amount of gratuity payable to the employee can be calculated based on half month’s salary for ...
Read Journal
culture
How do you show over/under a budget?
First, subtract the budgeted amount from the actual expense. If this expense was over budget, then the result will be positive. Next, divide that number b...
Read Journal
culture
Can my employer reject my annual leave?
Contrary to what is often believed, employers can refuse a request for annual leave. For example, many of your employees in the same team or department ma...
Read Journal
environment
How does capital gains work on investment property?
Capital gain is calculated by the difference between the final sale price and the property value at the time it was rented. Hire a licensed valuer before ...
Read Journal
global news
What happens when an F1 student marries a US citizen?
Navigating from F-1 student status to a spousal visa If you’re an F-1 student who recently married a U.S. citizen or green card holder (permanent resident...
Read Journal
culture
Where does 1099-SA get reported on 1040?
You report the taxable amount on the “other income” line of your tax return and write “HSA” beside it. You will also have to pay an additional tax of 20 p...
Read Journal
education
How do I transfer TurboTax from one computer to another?
Launch TurboTax on the old computer. Open your tax return, click “File” and choose “Save As” from the menu. Select the destination folder and type a name ...
Read Journal