IRS Change Too Late for Structuring Defendants
Patrice Duncan said she and her husband never thought much about bank deposits for their family-owned business in Conway until Jan. 24, 2012. That's the day the Internal Revenue Service seized $94,500...
View ArticleClaims Pass $18M as John Rogers' Dealings Draw More Lawsuits
Two lawsuits against North Little Rock memorabilia dealer John Rogers add more than $2.6 million to claims that now top $18 million as questions about his business dealings continue to mount.
View ArticleCharities Prosper Under New Laws, Economy
An improving economy and a state full of philanthropic hearts have meant another good year for Arkansas charities, despite concerns that tax law changes might have caused complications.
View ArticleCPA Gary Cooper on What Common Mistake You May Be Making With Your Accountant
Gary Cooper has been a featured speaker for the Arkansas State Society of Certified Public Accountants, Lorman Education Services and the National Business Institute. He is the managing partner of JPMS...
View ArticlePreventing Fraud Requires a System (Ann Dorsey Commentary)
Every business should have a fraud prevention system in place that includes a solidly written fraud policy and provides training to develop a culture of fraud awareness.
View ArticleThe Power of Mentorship (Monique L. Sanders Commentary)
The business world has changed tremendously over the last two decades, but some things remain constant. Successful companies understand the value of key elements, such as strong relationships....
View ArticleReport: Arkansas Manufacturing Won't Rebound Before 2015
A monthly economic survey index for nine Midwestern and Plains has dipped again.
View ArticleArkansas' November Revenue Up Over 2013, Above Forecast
Arkansas gross general revenue in November was $464.6 million, up 8 percent from last year and 2.8 percent above forecast, according to a report Tuesday by the state Department of Finance &...
View ArticleArkansans More Pessimistic About Finances, Feel Better About Major Household...
Arkansans feel more pessimistic about their current and expected financial situation, but feel more optimistic about buying major household items, according to the latest consumer sentiment survey from...
View ArticleMore US CEOs Plan to Boost Hiring in Next 6 Months
Chief executives at the largest U.S. companies expect sales to keep growing in the next six months and also plan to step up hiring.
View ArticleFed Survey Finds Improvement Across US Economy
The U.S. economy kept expanding in October and November, helped by solid gains in consumer spending, manufacturing and overall employment, according to the Federal Reserve's latest survey of business...
View ArticleCandace Franks Retained by Asa Hutchinson as Arkansas State Bank Department...
Gov.-elect Asa Hutchinson will retain Candace Franks as commissioner of the Arkansas State Bank Department.
View ArticleNLR Chamber, ABPG Join In Women's Hall of Fame
The North Little Rock Chamber of Commerce is partnering with Arkansas Business Publishing Group of Little Rock to launch a new program to honor the significant contributions of Arkansas women in...
View ArticleStocks Gain After Hiring Surge; Dow Nears 18,000
U.S. stocks are moving higher in midday trading after the government reported a surge in hiring last month.
View ArticleOpinions Divided On Dillard's REIT
Marcato Capital Management LP of San Francisco, which owns 4.9 percent of Dillard's Inc. stock, said in a news release last month that it wants the company to create a stand-alone real estate...
View Article5 Tasks to Do Now to Reduce Your Tax Bill (Richard Bell Expert Advice)
With the holidays in full swing, most of us aren't thinking about taxes. But before you know it, the Christmas gifts will turn to credit card bills and taking steps to reduce your tax liability now...
View ArticleThe Bowen I Knew (Chuck Jones Feedback)
Gwen Moritz's use of the word “privilege” (Editor's Note, Nov. 17) in referencing personal encounters with Bill Bowen was certainly appropriate.
View ArticleMicah Beard Made Boss of Borrowing at Citizens Bank in Batesville
Micah Beard will continue in his role as senior vice president and senior commercial loan officer, but he will assume the additional duties of supervising all of Citizens Bank's loan officers in...
View ArticleSusan Grobmyer Steps Up at Centennial in Fort Smith (Movers & Shakers)
Susan Grobmyer has joined Centennial Bank in Fort Smith as senior business development officer. She has more than 30 years of banking and business development experience.
View ArticleHomebuilders Association Questions Accounting of Former EVP Julie Mills
The Arkansas Homebuilders Association has asked a Pulaski County Circuit judge to order a former executive to account for certain financial transactions she was responsible for during her tenure.
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