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Hot Links (8/23 – 8/27)
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Friday, August 27, 2010
Posted by Rosemary Hambright – Hello, NASE Members and NASE Staff Blog readers! But, alas, now is also the time to say goodbye. This will be the last of my weekly Hot Links because it is the final week of my internship at the NASE. It’s been really fun for me to scour the web for interesting articles and relevant small biz news, not to mention educational. Speaking of the internet, social media has been a popular topic this week (as per usual!). Philadelphia might start taxing bloggers. Entrepreneur.com gave advice for making merchandise sites Mobile-friendly. Google explained how to use Google Places. Smallbiztrends.com weighed in on the new Facebook Places. If you read my blog entry about attending a hearing on the Durbin Amendment, you may be interested to know that the restrictions on credit card transaction costs have taken effect. Businessweek.com presented a very optimistic story about the adaptability of a small guitar-making business. The New York Times blog also showcased a tale on a small company's second life. And last, but not least, Freelancefolder.com compiled a list of 10 resources to acquire new clients. Take care and enjoy Autumn! [Could E-Commerce Sales Tax Become a Reality?]
[How to Create a Mobile-friendly Shopping Website]
[Getting Started with Places and Sites]
[Facebook Places To Replace Your Local Fan Page]
[The Talk of the Town]
[New credit card restrictions take effect]
[A Second Product Line Revives a Struggling Guitar Maker]
[How I Saved My Company: Vital Wave Consulting]
[The Best of FreelanceFolder: Our Top 10 Resources for Getting Clients]
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- House Follows Senate And Introduces Small Business Tax Extenders Bill
The NASE’s efforts to introduce companion language in the House of Representatives mirroring the Senate introduced Small Business Tax Extenders Bill was met today by Representatives Gerlach (R-Pa.) and Neal (D-Mass.) who introduced the bipartisan House measure.
- Why It's So Hard To Write Off Your Home Office (Bloomberg Businessweek)
For the past decade, advocates for the home-based workforce have sought to give taxpayers the option to check a box for a standard $1,500 home office write-off. That would save them the tricky business of calculating what percentage of the home is dedicated to business—and therefore what share of rent, insurance, utilities, and maintenance costs can be deducted.
- ‘Buffett rule’ Is Producing Capitol Gains (Washington Times)
“We’re much more interested in tax laws that impact the 22 million self-employed Americans who aren’t household names but who create a whole lot more jobs than Mr. Buffett,” said Kristie Arslan, president of the National Association for the Self-Employed.
- Last Minute Tax Tips
- Mr. President, Focus On The 'Baffle Rule,' Not The 'Buffett Rule' (Huffington Post)
Tax fairness is a top priority for the National Association for the Self-Employed, but we're much more interested in tax laws that impact the 22 million self-employed Americans who aren't household names but who create a whole lot more jobs than Mr. Buffett.
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Meet the NASE Staff Bloggers 
Kristin Oberlander - In public affairs, my job is to serve as a link between the
association, micro-businesses and the media. When I have down time, I
enjoy drinking large quantities of coffee, contemplating how I will
cram one more pair of (un)needed shoes into my closet and finding
creative ways to remove my dog’s hair from my clothes, car, own hair
and food. My biggest pet peeve is drivers who don’t understand 4-way
stops.
 Kristin on Twitter
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Katie Vlietstra - As Director of Government Affairs, I work to explain how actions on Capitol Hill can impact the self-employed. I love D.C. and have made my home in Capitol Hill, where I live with my fiancé and black Labrador, Coltrane. We love playing volleyball and softball on the National Mall.
Katie on Twitter
Katie on LinkedIn
Molly Nelson - I help out with the NASE’s legislative advocacy, communications, and
public relations. From attending hearings on the Hill to helping select
the cover design for the member magazine, I’ve always got something new
going on. I like practicing yoga, running through different parts of
the city, and I’m an admitted etymology/grammar nerd.
Molly on Twitter
Molly on LinkedIn
Kristie Arslan - As President, one of my chief roles is to educate legislators and the media on how key issues such as health care, tax, and the lagging economy affect the self-employed. When I am not speaking out for our members, I spend my time helping my husband with his small business.
Kristie on Twitter
Kristie on LinkedIn
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