Small Business Property Tax Exemption
If you’re a small business owner and typically file a Form 5076 – check out this news! Small Business Property Tax Exemption For a number of years, a Form 5076 has been available to Michigan businesses to claim an exemption from personal property taxes for the filing year if the value of their personal property […]
QuickBooks Phishing Scam
At H&S we’re always trying to keep our clients in the know, report any tax news, alerts and helpful information. Currently, there is a QuickBooks email phishing scam happening, and it’s targeting small businesses who use the QuickBooks software. The email appears to be confirming that you changed your business name with Intuit. Since the […]
Identity Theft Takes #1 Spot on IRS Dirty Dozen List
Tweet Identity theft is a big problem. In fact, this year it took the number one spot on the IRS Dirty Dozen scam list. In an effort to help victims reclaim their identity, the IRS announced the nationwide expansion of a program that helps law enforcement officials obtain the tax return data they need to […]
In Wake of Hurricane Sandy Don’t Fall for Phishing Scams
Tweet Unfortunately, after large-scale disasters, it’s not uncommon for fraudsters to try to take advantage of people’s goodwill. If you’re going to donate to disaster relief programs, such as those for Hurricane Sandy, remember to use common sense and be on the lookout for scams. Things to keep in mind include: Be sure you’re donating […]
The Embezzler | Fall 2012 Newsletter
Tweet In This Edition Fraud Happens Everywhere: As we listen to stories of fraud in our homes across Western and Central Michigan, it’s hard to imagine embezzlement or fraud happening in our small business. But, it does happen more frequently, and goes on for perhaps longer than we think. Holiday Scam Alert: Gift Card Stripping: […]
The Embezzler | Fall 2012 Newsletter
Tweet In This Edition Fraud Happens Everywhere: As we listen to stories of fraud in our homes across Western and Central Michigan, it’s hard to imagine embezzlement or fraud happening in our small business. But, it does happen more frequently, and goes on for perhaps longer than we think. Holiday Scam Alert: Gift Card Stripping: […]
Profile of a Perp
Tweet To learn more about fraud, or to schedule your free fraud risk assessment, contact Kit Powell. Kit Powell Certified Fraud Examiner 616.735.3104 kitp@hscompanies.com
Holiday Scam Alert: Gift Card Stripping
Tweet Gift cards are one of the most popular presents of the holiday season, but could they lead to disappointment from the recipient? Maybe. Beyond suffering through the usual, “gift cards show that you put no thought towards what I might like” speech, they may also make you susceptible to fraud. Gifts cards are easier […]
H&S Employee Receives Recognition For Work on Fraud Case
Tweet Tamra Matthews started working in the H&S Companies Mount Pleasant location just a few short months ago, and she is already making a name for herself in the community. In addition to being an accountant for H&S, she is a graduate student in the Central Michigan University Business Administration program. Last year, the Michigan […]