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Setting Up A New Nonprofit Branch

YoungUpstarts

With so much of government in gridlock, it seems like the only way to provide youth with better educational services, enrich others’ lives with arts, or help the poor, homeless, or military veterans is by supporting nonprofits with local missions to serve those communities. The world needs more nonprofits, especially now.

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The Latest Questions Small Businesses Are Asking

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A venture feasibility study analyzes an idea from several perspectives: market opportunity, competition, resources available, resource gaps, financial viability, operational issues, intellectual property rights, development timeline and technology needs. Do I need to hire a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) for my small business?

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Onboarding Volunteer Board Directors: A Fresh Approach

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In response to the pandemic, boards and governing bodies of nonprofits and mission-driven organizations were forced to rapidly reimagine how they conduct governance and oversight to continue essential operations. Distinguish between operational and governance discussions, focusing on the latter​.

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Seven Steps to Better Board Recruitment

Board Effect

Without representation from the field, nonprofit management or even nonprofit accounting, the board’s composition does not match its full range of needs, and involvement in fundraising, strategic planning and other governance functions falters. So how to ensure board recruitment actually aligns with organizations’ needs?

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Why Employer-Sponsored Health Insurance Is A Thing Of The Past And What You Should Do About It

YoungUpstarts

Basically, employees purchase their own individual policies on the open market (a purchase frequently offset by government subsidies), and employers reimburse them. First, you need to be certified with the Health Insurance Marketplaces in the states where you want to operate. One, offer a monthly taxable stipend.

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How to Form a Corporation

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Consider finding and working with a CPA and a lawyer. This option takes greatest advantage of your knowledge of your state and its laws, the helpful local people you know, and the ability to physically visit government offices if needed. The purpose of the bylaws is to outline the basic procedures and operations of your business.

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Establishing and Starting a New Business from Home: The Ultimate Guide

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For example, if you are selling products or services online, you may need a special permit from your state or local government. Again, it would be advisable that you hire a professional such as Safe Harbor CPA Firm to assist you. Create a Business Plan Creating a detailed business plan is essential when starting any business.