Is Your Practice Ready for A Medical Emergency?

We recently had an opportunity to join the Oregon Academy of Pediatric Dentistry for a Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office presentation that was put on by Dr. Steven Beadnell.  The course… Continue On +

Do Not Be Misled About Annual Reports

These false annual reports notices are being sent out again. Workplace Compliance Services (W.C.S.) has started sending 2024 Annual Reports to Oregon companies.  This renewal is not from the State of Oregon… Continue On +

Read this if you accept cash payments and present large cases in your dental practice

Very few doctors are aware of one of the more drastic federal laws connected to receiving cash payments.  If your practice receives a cash payment of $10,000 or more from a patient,… Continue On +

Paid Leave Oregon

Paid Leave Oregon benefits started September 3, 2023. Paid Leave Oregon is administered by the Oregon Employment Department. Employees apply online at Frances Online Landing Page (oregon.gov). The Oregon Employment Department will… Continue On +

Two Simple Ways To Deter Fraud And Embezzlement That Take Three Minutes To Check

Here are 2 simple ways to reduce the likelihood of fraud and embezzlement in your practice.  In total, these should take 3 minutes out of your day, but can help catch deceitful… Continue On +

Downtown Business Incentive Credit Program

In response to the increase in commercial real estate leasing vacancy in downtown Portland, the city has adopted the “Downtown Business Incentive (DBI)” temporary non-refundable credit program to incentivize new commercial lease… Continue On +

Firm Events and Write-Offs

One of the questions we hear a lot is along the lines of, “Can I write-off (insert team building event or social activity here) for my staff?”  For example, “I’d like to… Continue On +

Retaining Employees

Title: The Key to a Flourishing Dental Practice: Keeping and Retaining Exceptional Employees Introduction: Running a successful dental practice goes beyond providing excellent patient care. It also involves creating a positive and… Continue On +

Non-Deductible Trip vs Deductible Business Trip

Summer is in full swing and with that comes vacation season.  For that reason, I wanted to take a minute to share some requirements on how to turn your next trip from… Continue On +

Employee Recruiting

Title: Strategies for Successful Staff Recruiting in Your Dental Practice Introduction: As a dental practitioner, one of the most crucial aspects of running a successful dental practice is having a competent and… Continue On +

Changes To and Extension of Non-Business and Residential Energy Credits

The recently enacted Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 contains a multitude of new environmentally related tax credits that are of interest to individuals and small businesses. The Act also extends and modifies… Continue On +

IRA 2022 Vehicles Credits Summary

The recently passed Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 includes changes to the credit available for electric vehicles, as well as adding an additional credit for previously owned clean vehicles and for qualified… Continue On +