by Leif Jensen | Jan 14, 2026 | Advertising |
Small business owners say they need the most help with social media marketing. Main area of needed help Surveyed small business owners report that social media marketing is the marketing activity where they most often feel underprepared and in need of support. This is...
by Leif Jensen | Jan 12, 2026 | Advertising |
Small businesses, far from needing motivation to market their companies, primarily struggle with a fundamental lack of clarity and direction regarding what actually needs to be done. They unequivocally understand the imperative to attract new customers and recognize...
by Leif Jensen | Jan 7, 2026 | Taxes |
As of October 1, 2025, the IRS and all federal agencies generally no longer accept or issue paper checks, with limited exceptions available for those who cannot use electronic payments. This change is mandated by a presidential executive order to increase efficiency,...
by Leif Jensen | Jan 5, 2026 | Corporate Entities |
I have written in the past that S-Corps are the most popular corporate entity. Now thanks to the U of I Tax School pulling the numbers together to back it up, they account for over two-thirds of all corporations filing federal tax returns. Moreover, the number of S...
by Leif Jensen | Dec 17, 2025 | Rant |
Illinois residents pay the highest property taxes in the nation. Illinois Policy Institute research shows Cook County property tax bills have risen 78% since 2007, despite median property values rising just 7.3%. The treasurer reported last year’s collections were...
