In an interview with Entrepreneur.com, NASE Director of Government Affairs Katie Vlietstra expressed concern regarding the lack of progress by the Administration and Congress in addressing the looming fiscal cliff.
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Nov 15, 2012
"The findings of our tax survey re-emphasize the growing impatience of the self-employed as Congress continues to fail to address comprehensive tax reform," said Director of Government Affairs Katie Vlietstra. "Seventy-eight percent of respondents support efforts to reform both the individual and corporate tax structure; in fact, 61% of respondents are open to exploring proposals that drop the individual rate and eliminate deductions."
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Nov 14, 2012
Please join the NASE government affairs team for an in-depth analysis of the 2012 election results and the legislative priorities for the 113th congress.
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Nov 09, 2012
The 2012 election will be analyzed for many months; however, the real work begins today. The NASE will aggressively champion the self-employed and work to address the continued tax inequities and ensure a level, competitive business environment that encourages entrepreneurship and innovation.
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Nov 07, 2012
President Obama won re-election last night, Democrats held the U.S. Senate, and the Republicans remain in control in the U.S. House of Representatives.
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Nov 07, 2012
NASE, which is non-partisan and does not endorse a candidate, promised to use the candidates' answers to educate and inform its membership aboutthe positions of each on small business taxes and economic recovery "so that they may make the best decision for their business in November." But November is here and the answers never came.
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Nov 06, 2012
In the age of big-box home improvement stores, many people have started handling fix-it projects themselves. The worst that can usually happen is a plumbing repair springs a leak. Do-it-yourself lawyering, however, is another story.
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Nov 05, 2012
Q: I purchased a business in 2000 and am currently in negotiations to sell it to a corporation. At the time, I took depreciation for goodwill, equipment, restrictive covenant, etc. I will be selling this business at a loss. Am I permitted to deduct the loss on my taxes?
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Nov 05, 2012
David Seidel has been an NASE Member since 2003. He owns Seidel Research and Development Company (SRADCO) in Columbia, Mo.
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Nov 05, 2012
On Nov. 6, 2012, voters will head to the polls not just to elect the President, but also cast their votes in crucial down ballot elections including gubernatorial, senate, congressional and other state-related races. While control of the White House is the prime objective for both Democrats and Republicans, the majorities in the Senate and House are equally important in order for legislative priorities to move forward.
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Nov 05, 2012