Having worked in financial services for 30 years, Carol Girvan has witnessed plenty of change in her time. Starting out in a payroll software company, where she worked for over a 15-year timespan, Girvan eventually decided to buy into the First Class Accounts franchise in 2003. She opened the doors to her Vermont, Victoria-based firm the following […]
Archives for 2019
J.P. Morgan Asset Management upgrades equities outlook
Fund manager J.P. Morgan Asset Management upgraded its outlook on global stocks on Monday, pointing to hopes for a breakthrough in Sino-U.S. trade talks, a reduced risk of a U.S. recession and a moderately positive earnings outlook.
Gold edges down on optimism over U.S.-China trade deal
Gold prices eased on Monday as optimism grew about U.S.-China trade ties following a report of “constructive talks” over the weekend, while losses were capped by a softer dollar.
Boeing, Airbus kept in suspense over big Dubai jet deals
Airbus and Boeing fought to save billions of dollars of jet deals on Sunday as host airline Emirates kept the Dubai Airshow in suspense over dozens of tentative orders designed to fine-tune the world’s largest international airline network.
Oil prices steady after last week’s gains, look to U.S.-China talks
Oil prices were little changed on Monday following steady gains in the previous week with investors awaiting fresh clues over prospects for a trade deal between the United States and China, shrugging off concerns over steadily rising oil supplies.
Is payroll easy or do you need help?
Payroll is easy isn’t it? There is plenty of software out there that you can use to run your payroll which will tell you how much to pay your employees. So why do employers still get their employees’ pay wrong and don’t notice that it is wrong? Because, as with everything, the information you get […]
China, U.S. had ‘constructive’ phone call on trade – Xinhua
China and United States had “constructive talks” on trade in a high-level phone call on Saturday, state media Xinhua said.
China, U.S. had ‘constructive’ phone call on trade – Xinhua
China and United States had “constructive talks” on trade in a high-level phone call on Saturday, state media Xinhua said.
Nissan recalls nearly 400,00 vehicles over braking system defect
Japan’s Nissan Motor Co Ltd has said it is recalling 394,025 cars in the United States over a braking system defect, causing concerns that a brake fluid leak could potentially lead to a fire.
Are Dining Expenses Still Deductible? What Small Business Owners Need to Know
As we approach the holiday season and the end of the year, you may be planning gifts of appreciation for your clients and employees. Many will choose some kind of celebratory meal or event. It’s also around this time that my clients wonder what dining and entertainment expenses are still deductible for tax purposes. The […]