by Leif Jensen | Aug 3, 2026 | Running a Business |
I have a client who should have , but did not have payroll in 2025. His side business grew and he hired his friends to assist with the work. They were paid like independent contractors, which may actually be true, he did not have enough business to fully employ any...
by Leif Jensen | Jul 27, 2026 | Money Management |
Basic budgeting that most individuals do not use on a regular basis. The 50/30/20 rule divides your net pay into three broad categories: 50% Needs, these are your essentials; rent or mortgage, utilizes, insurance, food, transportation etc. 30% Wants, these funds your...
by Leif Jensen | Jul 20, 2026 | Running a Business |
Surprise we are seeing much more aggressive worker’s compensation audits. We have one client who has received a notice from a past insurance company claiming that they owe $38,000 from nine years ago, the balance is in collections and they never received a prior...
by Leif Jensen | Jul 13, 2026 | Investing |
In my travels around the country, I look to see if there is a Waffle House in the town I am staying in. Sometimes it’s a yes others it’s a no. in Bozeman and Branson it was a no. When I go to Corinth it is a yes, and I always stop at least once per trip. I enjoy...
by Leif Jensen | Jul 6, 2026 | Investing |
I have been reading about the travails of Portillo’s recently. They have a perceived pricing issue. I am not alone in thinking this! Many fans find Portillo’s pricey, with full combo meals often costing between $13 to $18. Portillo’s IPO occurred in...