Lori’s Vignette’s - February 2012

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Business Valuation Tips

February 28, 2012

In last week’s blog, we discussed buying and selling businesses from the legal perspective. Attorney John T. Carter mentioned that business valuations were an important part of the process. This week, we have a guest blogger, CPA and Certified Valuation Analyst, Cory Lee to discuss what’s involved in business valuations. As you’ll note below, business valuations have many uses beyond selling a business.

What you need to know before buying or selling a business

February 21, 2012

This week’s legal profile features business law attorney, John T. Carter. Learn the important factors to consider when buying or selling a business, how sellers can be prepared for a sale or offer to purchase, recent trends, and common misconceptions about buying and selling businesses in Michigan.

Tips for Finding the Right Attorney

February 14, 2012

Most of us know when we need to consult with an attorney, but knowing who to contact can be a challenge. How do you find out what their area of specialty is? Or what kind of fees they charge? What do their clients say about them? While the internet has certainly made finding an attorney easier for the public, knowing which lawyer is right for you still remains a mystery for many consumers of legal services. Read on to discover how to find the right lawyer for your situation

Tax Tips for Self-Employed; missed deductions by general taxpayers

February 7, 2012

It’s time to start gathering those financial statement pertaining to 2011 and get them off to your accountant. For those who are self employeed, you have a little more to think about with respect to your corporate return or Schedule C. This week’s guest Blogger, Cory Lee CPA, CVA, shares a few tips for the self-employed.