Know real cost of home office tax deduction

The expense of using a portion of your home "exclusively" for business purposes is, as everyone knows, tax deductible.

Changes to the tax laws that became effective in 1999, significantly increased the number of veterinarians who were eligible to deduct home office expenses.

How do your clients see you?

Recently I interviewed a man for a job as manager of one of the Agway T.S.P.F.TM Heifer Farms. This position involves overseeing the care of 3,500 animals, supervising a staff of 13 people, adhering to a budget, and interacting with customers and potential customers.

Trusts viable option to protect assets

As we mentioned last month, the best way to protect assets that have accumulated over a lifetime has a great deal to do with the perceived threats.

Tired of working the 52x52x52 plan?

You know; work 52 hours a week because you just can't find an associate willing to come to work for you for less than you are taking home yourself.

'Would you like to supersize that?'

Dr. Bailey plods slowly into the next exam room.

Bob, an 8-year-old West Highland Terrier is waiting. Bob used to be 'Bobby' but the years have aged him. Bob's owners, John and Sarah, have been somewhat neglectful of Bob.

18 steps to getting a raise

So you want a raise, a vacation, a smile; well, here is what the boss wants: good employees and team members.

Don't let 'Chinese torture' kill your practice

In ancient China, a favorite form of slow execution was called "the death of a thousand cuts."

Filing tax extension could reap benefits

Tax return extension is almost always the most advisable course of action for those with more complex tax issues.

Industry veterinarians and private practitioners: Can we work together?

"Oh, by the way. One of the drug companies is arranging for one of their veterinarians to come in and evaluate our mastitis problems. I think he is supposed to be here on Friday."