Thinking of starting a cannabis business in Maine? New laws will keep you on your toes. Part II- “Adult Use” Market
During 2018, the Maine Legislature passed two Bills dealing with the future of marijuana business in Maine that are to become effective this week. Both are designed to end the wild west nature of the industry but they have very burdensome tax and operating rules. This...
Thinking of starting a cannabis business in Maine? New laws will keep you on your toes. PART I: New Rules
During 2018, the Maine Legislature passed two Bills dealing with the future of the marijuana business in Maine that are to become effective this December. Both are designed to end the wild west nature of the industry but they have very burdensome tax and operating...
Is the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Supporting the Decision to Have More Children?
Last winter Congress passed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) in an effort to lower income taxes for virtually all taxpayers. As a result, most Americans are expecting larger refunds this spring. Supporters of the bill believe this will help improve the economy, while...
The (potential) 20% Deduction Business Owners Should Understand
Last December, one of the biggest (real news) headlines was the drastic tax reform working its way through the legislative process. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) was officially signed into law by President Trump on December 22, 2017 and it represents the most...
When should your nonprofit organization reconsider a special event?
Not-for-profits use special events to raise large amounts in a short period of time. Most often, the donor receives a direct benefit from the event — such as dinner or participation in a gaming activity. But special events don’t always meet their fundraising goals. In...
Why nonprofits might want to revisit the Donor Bill of Rights
The Donor Bill of Rights was designed about 25 years ago as a blueprint of best practices for not-for-profits. Some critics have since asserted that the rights are out of date or not comprehensive enough. However, revisiting the list’s basic principles can help you...