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Clark Schaefer Hackett | Beware of Companies Hyping the Employee Retention Tax Credit!

Michigan Business Network
August 28, 2023 6:00 PM

Not All Businesses Are Eligible for the ERTC, Despite Claims on TV, the Internet or in E-mail Solicitations 

While some employers remain eligible for the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) if they meet certain criteria, the IRS says it has entered a new phase of intensified scrutiny of ERTC claims and continues to warn taxpayers about scammers. Learn more about this prevalent issue and the fraudulent claim activity associated with it in our recent article by CSH expert, Thomas Lacy.

The airwaves and internet are inundated these days with advertisements claiming that employers are missing out on the lucrative Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC). While some employers do indeed remain eligible if they meet certain criteria, the IRS continues to caution employers about third-party scams related to the credit.

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ICYMI: Clark Schaefer Hackett | Maximizing M&A Success With This Key Checklist

Michigan Business Network
August 28, 2023 12:00 PM

Minimize Risk and Maximize Value with aPost-Merger Integration Checklist

A well-structured post-merger integration (PMI) checklist is a crucial tool that can streamline the complex process of blending two distinct entities into a unified and thriving organization. The PMI checklist helps to minimize risk and maximize value. Learn more in our recent article by CSH Transaction Advisory Services expert, Scott McRill. D Relief

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LBWL | BWL and Mutual Aid Crews Continue to Respond to Widespread Outages

Michigan Business Network
August 25, 2023 5:00 PM

Mutual aid crews from across Michigan and out-of-state arrive in Lansing to assist 

The Lansing Board of Water & Light (BWL) is continuing to work throughout its service territory to make restorations to customers throughout the Greater Lansing region following last night’s storm and will continue to work throughout the night on repairs. Crews from across Michigan including Niles, Grand Haven, Traverse City, Coldwater, Sturgis, Marshall, Sebawing, Zeeland, and out-of-state crews from Pennsylvania, Iowa, and Kentucky are arriving in Lansing to join BWL crews to get power restored quickly and safely.

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Treasury | Be Alert and Informed When Considering Student Loans

Michigan Business Network
August 25, 2023 3:00 PM

College Students Can Become Their Own Financial Advocate to Manage and Leverage Financial Aid

LANSING, Mich. – As Michiganders prepare for the upcoming fall semester and pay their college tuition bills, the Michigan Department of Treasury’s MI Student Aid Team is asking students and their families to be alert and informed when considering student loans.

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Clark Schaefer Hackett | Maximizing M&A Success With This Key Checklist

Michigan Business Network
August 25, 2023 2:00 PM

Minimize Risk and Maximize Value with aPost-Merger Integration Checklist

A well-structured post-merger integration (PMI) checklist is a crucial tool that can streamline the complex process of blending two distinct entities into a unified and thriving organization. The PMI checklist helps to minimize risk and maximize value. Learn more in our recent article by CSH Transaction Advisory Services expert, Scott McRill. D Relief

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LBWL | BWL Continues Responding to Storm Damage and Outages

Michigan Business Network
August 25, 2023 10:00 AM

The Lansing Board of Water & Light (BWL) is continuing to respond to widespread outages following last night’s storm. BWL crews have been working around the clock to make repairs and continue assessing storm-related damage to provide more accurate estimated restoration times. Updates will follow when more information is available, and will also be posted to BWL’s Outage Map.

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SBAM | Nominations open for Spirit of Entrepreneurship Award

Michigan Business Network
August 24, 2023 5:00 PM

Nominations Now Open

Does your business have a successful turnaround story?  Nominations are now open for the 5th Annual Rick Snyder Spirit of Entrepreneurship Award.

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Treasury | Michigan Education Trust Pitches ‘Back to the Future’ Message as Students Prepare to Return to School

Michigan Business Network
August 24, 2023 10:00 AM

It’s the Perfect Time to Buy Tomorrow’s College Tuition at Today’s Prices

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SBAM | Do Vacations Make us More Productive?

Michigan Business Network
August 23, 2023 5:00 PM

Take that Vacation! Why Vacation Time is the Ultimate Productivity Hack

Taking a vacation is the ultimate hack to recharge both mind and body, fostering renewed creativity and productivity upon return. It’s a transformative pause that fuels personal growth and revitalizes work performance. However, according to a new Pew survey, only 46% of employees are utilizing all of their vacation time. Take that vacation!

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The Right Place Assists Prescott to Relocate Headquarters to Grand Rapids

Michigan Business Network
August 22, 2023 4:00 PM

Cybersecurity compliance consulting firm chooses Grand Rapids to expand

GRAND RAPIDS, MICH (AUG. 2023):  The Right Place, Inc.. announced that cybersecurity compliance consulting firm Prescott will be moving its headquarters from Florida to Grand Rapids. As part of their expansion plans, they will be opening a new office located at 2301 E Paris Ave. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 that will serve as Prescott’s new headquarters.

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