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If you have been improperly labeling your employees as independent contractors, then a new IRS program gives you the opportunity to reclassify those workers as employees at a relatively minor cost. With the introduction of the “Voluntary Classification Settlement Program (the “VCSP”), the IRS is providing this opportunity as a “last chance” for employers to come into compliance before it becomes more vigilant about proper classification in the future.

In the wake of Hurricane Irene, many business owners that rent commercial or retail space are looking for answers concerning flood damage clean up and reimbursement of costs. Similarly, landlords have questions concerning their responsibilities and obligations to tenants. Both tenants and landlords should be looking to the lease for some direction and answers.

Unfortunately, many homeowners, renters and business owners have suffered property damage as a result of Hurricane Irene. It is times like this when you rely on professionals such as insurance brokers, public adjusters, cleanup companies, landscapers and contractors. It is precisely these time when many unscrupulous “storm chasers” take advantage of homeowners and business owners. It is more important now than ever to be wary of con artists and fraudulent schemes as these individuals and “businesses” come from all parts of the country to take advantage of home and business owners. Here are ten tips to keep in mind when making repairs to your home or business:

Office Harmony: 10 Tips for Business Owners and Managers to Foster Better Employee Relations

After reaching out to clients, followers of my blog and group members on LinkedIn, employee relations and staff management was identified as one of the most difficult issues facing management.