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By Joan Honeycutt We have officially entered the Christmas season. It is a season that many of us look forward to – the shopping, the gift-giving, the festive gatherings, the extra time spent with family and friends. Unfortunately, this is also the season of increased charity scamming. It is sad to say that it is […]

By Steve Wedig Bookkeeping may not win any award for favorite leisure activity, but it is an important and helpful component of running a business. Even if you’re not a natural-born accountant, with a right understanding of what is encompassed by bookkeeping and how accurate bookkeeping can give you a competitive advantage in your business, […]

By Domi Garcia Halloween can be a lot of fun. Candy, costumes, and staying out past dark. What more could any kid ask for? But as adults we know that even on a night that is meant to be filled with good friends and happy times, it is still necessary to use common sense and […]

By Matt Clark, President of Federated Bank If you are like most people, your days are full, your to-do list is long, and your life is complicated. The reality of that statement drives us to constantly look for ways to reduce effort, save time, and be more organized. If you want to do all three, […]

By Craig Gocken Processing payroll is a necessary component of the administration of nearly every small business. So if everyone is doing it, it must be “no big deal,” right? Well, yes and no. It is commonplace, and many businesses figure it out and have no real problems. On the other hand, it is not […]

By Tom Cleary, Vice President Chebanse Facility Ready or not, October 1st will be here before you know it. And this year that date will mean more than just chilly weather, colorful leaves, and football games; it will be the date that the EMV card becomes the standard for security in merchant processing. If you […]