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McKonly & Asbury, LLP is once again proud to sponsor the annual Central Penn Business of the Year Awards. These awards honor area companies and business executives for their exceptional roles in helping our business community to grow and prosper. The Central Penn Business Journal is now accepting nominations for this year's awards. Read on for more details and information on how to submit a nomination. 
At a time when conventional energy prices are at or near record highs, Governor Edward G. Rendell has signed into law a new fund that will save families and small businesses money on their energy bills by supporting investments in energy conservation and efficiency. 
We are proud to highlight an upcoming seminar that the National Business Institute (NBI) will be holding on September 8, 2008, which will feature one of McKonly & Asbury's own! 
In today's sluggish economy, many employees are breaking into their 401(k)s or other retirement plans. But they should be aware of the tax consequences and the implications these actions can have on the future of those funds. Read the "Full Article" for answers to frequently asked questions about how much employees can borrow, the deductibility of interest, the difference between a hardship withdrawal and a loan, and other issues to consider.
Stand out from the competition by capitalizing on your company's strengths. If you learn to identify and emphasize the unique selling proposition of your business, you can draw more customers and improve employee morale. Click "Full Article" for the questions you need to ask to uncover your company's USP.
Links to Web sites are a major element in the free flow of information on the Internet. But your company shouldn't make these connections in any manner. Copyright law comes into play and there have been lawsuits aimed at preventing certain types of hyperlinks. Click "Full Article" for a look at the issues involved in linking and tips on how to avoid the common pitfalls.
