If you have recently adopted a pet, it's only natural that you want to keep your new family member safe, happy and healthy. But do you have the thousands of dollars required to get your pet the needed care if they become seriously ill? ... Read More
I have spent 20 years in commercial real estate (“CRE”) and it is fascinating to me how many “experts” in CRE there are outside the industry. Should your business or practice own it’s own real estate? The answer to that is most likely a resounding NO. ... Read More
“Build it and they will come.” The phrase has been used in business for decades—a way of saying, ‘start that company and it will succeed.’ And while baseball fans flocked to the Field of Dreams in the iconic movie from 1989, anyone who has started a business knows, it takes more than just a great idea. It takes that plus dedication, persistence and a solid strategy. Sometimes it also takes incentives, big monetary incentives.... Read More
Indiana’s advanced manufacturers are experiencing a talent gap that continues to grow with an estimated 83,000 to 95,000 unfilled positions by the end of 2022. That translates to an enormous statewide financial impact – up to $6.8 billion in net losses for Hoosier advanced manufacturers and foregone tax revenue for the state of Indiana.... Read More
Trust. Not-for-profit leaders have joined the crescendo of recent talk about having it, losing it, and building it. The latest numbers show trust declines in the NFP sector where individuals and organizations are investing their hard-earned funds, seeking positive change. ... Read More
Tax loss harvesting is the investing equivalent of making lemonade from lemons. However, be careful, as you could accidentally generate more taxable income if you are unaware of one important item. ... Read More
As we pause to recognize International Day of Persons with Disabilities, New Hope of Indiana is helping fill the local need for employees with individuals with disabilities who are ready to work.... Read More
Times change, and so do the strategies you need to beat the competition. Working with business owners to support their cash needs, our team hears and sees best practices for organic growth in action. As your team plans for 2023, borrow these great ideas.... Read More
“The true purpose of a business is to create and keep customers," said management guru Peter Drucker. As a business owner or manger, if you lose them, don’t excuse them. Get them back!... Read More
Companies often develop materials such as white papers to target marketing and communications objectives, but forget to go back and make edits as their marketplace or products and services change.... Read More
How would you like to give $10,000 to your favorite school to fund a financial aid scholarship, all while spending less than $2,000 of your own money? This may sound too good to be true, but it's possible thanks to Indiana's School Scholarship Tax Credit program. ... Read More
The recent passing of the federal CHIPS and Science Act was a major step forward for maintaining America’s competitiveness on the world stage. Unleashing American ingenuity and innovation is what has made our nation the global economic superpower it is today and is the key pathway for our continued prosperity as a nation. ... Read More
Female CEO. Female doctor. Female officer. It’s become commonplace to diminish a woman's professional standing or status by gendering her role, as if being a woman is the only reason she achieved that level of success. ... Read More
In the 1970s and ‘80s, medical technology was rapidly advanced in the U.S., causing major breakthroughs in the treatment of childhood cancers. This ultimately increased the survival rate for seriously ill children. Increasing survival rates were the product of long-term, in-patient treatment plans. ... Read More
Meeting and event spaces have changed drastically since the onset of COVID-19 back in early 2020. Nearly every industry had to pivot their way of conducting business, and meetings and events saw a quick uptick in virtual gatherings. According to a recent report from the Meetings Recovery Forecast, the industry is expected to reach full market recovery in 2023, and here in Indiana, we’re seeing more and more meetings and events regain an in-person presence.... Read More
If you've been reading any financial headlines recently, you've likely caught wind of the turmoil in the crypto world. At the center of this turmoil is the collapse of FTX, a cryptocurrency exchange headquartered in the Bahamas that was recently one of the largest and most well-known in the space. It is now drawing eerie comparisons to the scandals of Enron and Bernie Madoff. So what caused it to collapse? ... Read More
This year’s 95th National FFA Convention & Expo was one for the record books, drawing more than 69,000 participants to Central Indiana for an event that truly is a life-changing moment for so many of our students.... Read More
Selecting a health insurance plan is an important decision as the coverage will support your health goals and specific needs over the course of the next year. Navigating the open enrollment period can be difficult.... Read More
There are less than six weeks left in 2022. You have roughly 40 days to assemble a Thanksgiving feast, shop for gifts, prepare for holiday get-togethers, and complete year-end, tax-related actions. The clock is ticking!... Read More
A reliable Internet connection is paramount at the office and at home, especially when they’re the same place. Whether you’re working, streaming a show in the evening, or navigating social media, most of us are online during our waking hours. ... Read More
