Harbor Compliance Blog

Posted on November 19, 2014, by Harbor Compliance in Nonprofit Compliance.

In my previous post, I discussed end of the year compliance activities for small businesses. Running a nonprofit is a different animal altogether. Typically, nonprofit organizations have many more ongoing responsibilities.

Failure to keep up with compliance activities can … Read more

Posted on November 14, 2014, by Eric Stark in Business Compliance, Industry News.

During the last blog entry, I discussed the first two issues that employers are likely to face in the hiring process: job postings and interviews. This week, continuing with the theme chronologically, we will tackle issues involving insurance and … Read more

Posted on November 10, 2014, by James Gilmer in Business Compliance.

The end of the year is the ideal time to review compliance for your business. For many businesses, this is a time to “catch up” on compliance activities for the year and prepare for next year. Filings also may … Read more

Posted on November 4, 2014, by Eric Stark in Business Compliance, Industry News.

So, you are ready to hire a new employee to supplement your growing business. This is certainly an exciting time for you and your business. However, as you may already be aware, hiring an employee presents a variety of potential … Read more

Posted on October 29, 2014, by James Gilmer in Business Compliance.

There’s nothing scarier to a small business owner than to find her business does not have adequate liability protection, because she hasn’t properly registered her business with the state.

However, there are thousands, if not millions of solopreneurs, freelancers, and … Read more

Posted on October 23, 2014, by James Gilmer in Business Compliance, Industry News.

Many states offer electronic filing options for business registration. As more states finally move into the 21st century (half-joking, of course), online filing will become the norm, and mailing a filing will become a thing of the past.

As you … Read more

Posted on October 17, 2014, by Harbor Compliance in Nonprofit Compliance.

After months of preparation and waiting, you finally receive your IRS Determination Letter! That means the startup process is over, right?

Sadly, no.

A “determination letter” is official confirmation from the IRS that your 501(c)(3) application has been approved.

With … Read more

Posted on October 9, 2014, by James Gilmer in Business Compliance, Industry News.

Beginning October 8th, the Pennsylvania Department of State is launching online filing services for Pennsylvania professional license holders, corporations, and other business entities.

Businesses incorporating in Pennsylvania, and those obtaining business licenses, can use the online filing service in … Read more

Posted on October 7, 2014, by Harbor Compliance in Fundraising and Grants, Nonprofit Compliance.

Online fundraising is a tremendous opportunity for nonprofits of all sizes. These days, any organization with a website can woo donors and compete for scarce funding, wherever it may be hiding.

However, some organizations are just plain better at it. … Read more

Posted on September 29, 2014, by James Gilmer in Business Compliance.

Did you know the business structure you select, and the business name you register, affects your startup marketing strategy?

We’ve already discussed the steps required to choose and to register your business name. Once you’ve decided, it will affect your … Read more