The “Venmo Tax”: How to Make Money and Stay Out of Trouble with the IRS
Some say that as we age, we become our parents. Others say the pace of technology drives a wedge between generations. Both may be right. Take the question of how much cash [...]
COVID-19 Paid Sick Leave—What You Should Know
With Covid vaccines for teens and adults widely available throughout the nation, and with shots for elementary school children now approved and available as well, there’s reason to be a bit more [...]
Taking Care of Business: Why Succession Planning Matters for Small Businesses
Many owners of small businesses overlook the benefits of succession planning. Given all the day-to-day challenges of owning and running a business, finding the time to make a long-term plan can be [...]
What You Need to Know About New Paid Family and Medical Leave Benefits in Massachusetts
Beginning January 1, 2021, Massachusetts is offering new benefits to employees in the Commonwealth who need to take a leave of absence for medical or family reasons. Funded through a Massachusetts tax [...]
How to Limit Business Liability for COVID-19 Exposure
As more businesses have re-opened their doors, they have implemented a range of safety measures to protect their employees and customers from COVID-19. Providing complete protection against the virus, however, is nearly [...]
Can My PPP Loan Be Forgiven? Four Steps to Success
If you received a Small Business Administration loan under the Payroll Protection Program to keep your staff employed during the Coronavirus pandemic, now is the time to be certain that you’ve fulfilled [...]
Stay Calm And Mindful: Avoid These Top Seven SCAMs
In these pandemic times, scammers are stepping up their game, taking advantage of COVID-19 anxiety and confinement. Older adults were their first targets. Now scammers are bolder, infiltrating the phone calls, emails, [...]
7 Resolutions to Get Your Legal House in Order for a Great 2020
Welcome to a brand-new decade! It’s halfway through January, and we hope you’ve already made progress on your life-changing resolutions for the coming year. Here are a few recommendations from our colleagues [...]
Tiptoe Through the Orchard: What You Should Know About the Massachusetts Pick-Your-Own Law
Trees are in full leaf, flowers are blooming, and the Commonwealth’s orchards will soon bear fruit. It’s almost time to visit a pick-your-own produce farm for berries and peaches this summer. The [...]
Deadline for 2017 Real Estate Tax Abatement Applications Is February 1
Property owners: Don't miss the filing deadline for your real estate Tax Abatement Application. If you believe that your real estate valuation and tax bills are too high, you must file an Abatement Application [...]
