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Julie Stepp to speak at April 24 event – Accounting and systems at fast-growth companies
Accounting and systems at fast-growth companies Event Details Wednesday, April 24, 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM Capital Ale House -- Downtown 623 E Main St Richmond, VA 23219 A small business can't succeed if the books don't get balanced. And unless you're an accountant heading out to start your own firm, there's a good chance you'll want to seek professional…Read More -
Don’t Miss Richmond’s First True Venture Conference – Virginia Venture Summit May 8
Wednesday, May 8, 2013 Virginia Historical Society RVA 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Don't Miss the 2013 Virginia Venture Summit The 2013 Virginia Venture Summit, presented by the Venture Forum, will bring together high growth-potential startups, venture capitalists, corporate VCs and angels. Never before has Richmond seen this combination of exciting growth companies and capital providers,…Read More -
Equity Recap: An Optional Capital Infusion
Equity Recap: An Optional Capital Infusion Equity recapitalization is a potential way to raise capital and retain some control over your business while restructuring. However, the process is complex and contains certain risks. Click here to learn more about equity recap and whether it might be a beneficial alternative to consider for your business. Read More -
Exercise Caution as Salary Budgets Inch Up Again
Even in a slow economy employers need to consider the touchy issue of raises -- and possibly bonuses -- to keep their best talent onboard. Having a compensation strategy is important regardless of economic times, but even more so when finances are lean. Find out how compensation professionals view the process of giving raises for the purpose of maximizing productivity…Read More -
Estimated Taxes: Pay as You Go or Pay the Price
The deadline for the first estimated tax payment for 2013 is coming up on April 15. If you don't pay enough tax through withholding or estimated payments or if you fail to pay the required amounts by the due dates, you may have to pay a penalty. When calculating the amount of estimated tax payments to send the IRS this…Read More -
7 Secrets of the Uber-Productive
What are the secrets of the uber-productive? Some people get more done than others--a lot more. Work hard, work smart...of course. But these achievers have qualities that make a major impact on their performance. Want to know what they are? Read on by clicking hereRead More -
Trademark Due Diligence – A Mark of the Future
When it comes to structuring a successful M&A transaction, existing trademarks play an important role for both parties involved. Valuing trademarks and creating a strategic vision for them can lead to success down the line. So, it is no surprise that valuing intellectual property has become an increasingly important part of due diligence in mergers and acquisitions. And devising a strategy…Read More -
The Profit Mentality
The profit mentality at your company can make or break the business. Take the time to identify your profit centers and eliminate marginal products or services. It can be a hard choice to make, but successful companies often have to make strategic decisions to "fix it or exit." In other words, every element of a business must earn its keep,…Read More -
The Importance of the Right Fit
The Importance of the Right Fit March 5, 2013 By Russ Gambrel, CPA, Senior Consultant Fahrenheit Finance Since “doing my time” in public accounting during the mid-1990s, there is one question that has followed me around wherever I go for the past 17 years. In fact, I’ve probably been asked some variation of it 300 times or more. It goes…Read More -
Fahrenheit Finance Announces New Hires to Support the Continued Fast Growth of the Firm
Fahrenheit Finance Announces New Hires to Support the Continued Fast Growth of the Firm March 1, 2013 Fahrenheit Finance co-founders, Keith Middleton and Rich Reinecke, announce the following additions to the firm’s internal and external delivery teams. “We are very excited about our new team members. Each one of them brings unique experiences and skill sets that will help us…Read More -
What Do Employees Want Most: Money, Time-off, Involvement?
Do you assume that employees want more pay and higher salaries before any other benefit or reward. Some studies and reports indicate that's true. But other studies reveal that what employees prefer is more complicated. Believing that more pay and higher salaries is what motivates employees to perform better and to stay on the job can result in higher payroll…Read More -
Coming to Grips with the Health Benefits ‘Pay or Play’ Decision
Employers subject to the Affordable Care Act's "pay-or-play" provisions that take effect in 2014 will soon be running short on time to decide which path to choose. The choice involves human resource strategy as well as financial considerations. Here's an overview of elements that may guide the decision.Read More