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SLGG Named One of the Best Places to Work in Los Angeles

Singer Lewak Greenbaum & Goldstein LLP (SLGG) has been named one of the "Best Places to Work in Los Angeles." The award program is a joint venture of the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce, PIHRA (Professionals in Human Resources Association) and the Los Angeles Business Journal.  Read more...



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SLGG Recognized as Top 100 Firm

Inside Public Accounting's 17th Annual Report on the nation's largest accounting firms was released this month.


Singer Lewak Greenbaum & Goldstein LLP ranked 77th, up from 89 last year with growth of 32.1%. 10 top 100 firms are from California, only surpassed by New York with 20.


The report is the longest running analysis of accounting firms' operations and management, and is considered the gold standard in accounting firm benchmarking.

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Practice Innovation Award

Practical Accountant's Practice Innovation Awards recognize accounting firms each year that take the lead in developing new or improved services and for promoting efficiency in the practice of public accounting. For the second consecutive year, SLGG has been recognized, this time under the category of "Impetus Technology." Read more...



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September is National Preparedness Month

Are your financial records in order?

September is National Preparedness Month and the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) has some tips to help individuals put their banking and financial documents in order to prepare for an emergency or unexpected event.

"While the first priority is the physical safety and well-being of you and your family, having your banking and financial papers in order can lighten your burden during a time of duress," said James P. Ghiglieri, Jr., ICBA chairman and president of Toluca, IL-based Alpha Community Bank. Read more...

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Scam alert: The IRS is NOT offering cash for participation in a survey

The Internal Revenue Service has issued a consumer alert regarding a new, two-step e-mail scam that falsely promises recipients they will receive $80 for participating in an online customer satisfaction survey.

In the scam, an unsuspecting taxpayer receives an unsolicited e-mail that appears to come from the IRS. The e-mail contains a URL linking to an online "Member Satisfaction Survey." Read more...



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Is your data safe? Survey reveals scandal of snooping IT staff

Results of a recent study reveal the hidden scandal of IT staff snooping at the confidential information of other employees. The research was carried out at last spring's Infosecurity Exhibition Europe as part of an annual survey into "Trust, Security and Passwords."

Here's what the results showed... Read more



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Most employers know that some of their greatest assets are on the personnel roster rather than the balance sheet. But even at the best companies, many employees are just "phoning in" their efforts. That affects productivity and the bottom line. Click "Full Article" for some ideas on how to build a more dedicated workforce, as well as the origins of the Labor Day holiday.
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Many people mistakenly think they are not rich enough to bother with estate planning, assuming that estate taxes won't apply to them. That's a recipe for disaster that could result in Uncle Sam partaking greatly of your assets. The current law is confusing and it seems, ever-changing. Here's what you need to know now about estate tax.
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Your company doesn't have to settle for depreciating business equipment over several years. With a special tax election, you can get a hefty deduction immediately on your tax return for computers, telephone systems and other expensive equipment. Here's a rundown of the rules.
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Don't get blindsided. If you're subject to - or dangerously close to - the alternative minimum tax, lighten your tax load by making sure you buy only municipal bonds that are exempt from the tax. Click "Full Article" for the details.
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Calif. becomes first state to ban trans fats
sfgate.com - Sat, 26 Jul 2008 00:38:29 GMT

 Stocks manage gains in uneven trading
cnn.com - Sat, 26 Jul 2008 00:37:47 GMT

 Judge halts trial over Bratz dolls; juror dismissed for ethnic slur
usatoday.com - Sat, 26 Jul 2008 00:33:21 GMT

 Economy finally gets news to smile about
msnbc.com - Sat, 26 Jul 2008 00:33:03 GMT

 Home inspectors in R.I. remain unregulated
projo.com - Sat, 26 Jul 2008 00:30:00 GMT
 

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