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Commission Charges Issuer With Internal Control Violations
Internal controls are essential to proper financial reporting. It is thus critical that firms maintain the proper controls and foster the appropriate environment. When deficiencies appear the firm must promptly assess the situation. Failing to conduct a full assessment –…Read more ›
How to turn your internal control function into a business enabler
Check-out this infographic to learn the 6 steps methodology to manage internal controls with business processes
5 Examples of Internal Control Systems for Small to Medium Businesses
Good internal controls in small and medium business are measures that help business operations become more efficient.
Internal control questionnaires: How to see the complete picture
Businesses rely on internal controls to help ensure the accuracy and integrity of their financial statements, as well as prevent fraud, waste and abuse. Given their importance, internal controls are...
Quiz: How well do you know internal control auditing requirements?
It’s critical for auditors to understand their responsibilities related to internal controls. Take this quiz to see how much you know about this topic.
5 tips to establish an internal controls system for 401(k) plan compliance
Recently, the Internal Revenue Service has focused enforcement activity on examining the implementation of a strong internal control system. The IRS has publicly stated that if a plan is selected for audit the agent will use their evaluation of the plans internal controls to determine whether the scope of the examination will be focused or expanded.
How to strengthen your internal controls
Internal controls are a system of policies and procedures organizations put in place to protect assets and improve operating efficiency. Effective internal controls are critical to accurate financial reporting. A...
6 Internal Control Practices For Nonprofit Boards
Check out 6 internal control practices that your board of directors should implement to effectively combat fraud in your nonprofit organization.
Internal Controls to Prevent and Detect Fraud and Errors in a Small Organization
Small organizations can set up internal controls that deter and detect fraud. Here's what you can do to implement these controls.
7 Tips on Sourcing Internal Content to Give Your B2B Organization a Boost
If you really want to give your B2B organization a boost, focus on developing ninja-like skills around internal content creation. Internal stakeholders eac
REAL ESTATE MATTERS: How real estate commissions get divvied up
Q: I'm a real fan of your column, but a recent one on how much commission real agents make is extremely misleading.From the way I read the column, it
How I learned to charge my customers
After I completed my first programming class, I went straight to Craigslist. I advertised my programming services. I called myself an experienced programmer who could code anything. I posted a link to
8 Tips to Improve Internal Communication Skills at Your Small Business
To run a successful small business, you need to make sure your internal communication is on point.
How to Take Charge of Your “Professional” Personal Brand
I like to say you have a personal brand whether you like it or not. What people say about you (when you’re not in the room), THAT is your brand; how people perceive you – how they feel as a resul…
C'mon, are you really worth what you charge people?
Do you want to appeal to bargain shoppers or people willing to invest in themselves and the career? Keep in mind when thinking about what to charge.
Understanding How Commercial Real Estate Brokers get PAID
Sale or Lease, that’s how we roll When the transaction closes we get paid a commission or fee. Simple. It can be a check, a bag of cash, or chickens. Closing on a sale is the easiest to determine. The entire amount is due and payable at settlement when the deed is recorded. Leases are …
FSBO or Professional Real Estate Agent?
The possibility of “saving” on Realtor commission might sound appealing to those interested in selling their home, but a real estate agent has the background and experience to make the sale of your home more successful. A huge amount of time, marketing and effort goes into selling a home. Plus, it’s
