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For the third year in a row, Kiplinger’s Personal Finance has ranked the University of Florida No. 3 nationally and No. 1 among Florida public universities on its list of the 100 best values in public colleges for 2015. UF has been among Kiplinger’s top 10 best values in public colleges since 2005, ranking No....

If your small business needs funds, and you have not previously applied for or had difficulty securing a loan in the past, an SBA loan may be your best option. In 2014 the SBA initiated loans at record levels. Through it’s primary mechanism, the  7(a) Loan Program, the SBA had approved 52,044 7(a) loans for...

It’s an awful word. Micromanagement. We’ve all experienced it whether it be in volunteering your time, or as you climb the corporate ladder. And chances are, we’ve all been guilty of it as well. According to Merriam-Webster’s online dictionary, the act of management is defined as, “the conducting or supervising of something,” whereas, the same...

Plan today for the future. As a business owner, you recognize the importance of insuring your building, inventory and equipment. These assets are vital to the success of your company. However, what would happen if a key employee died unexpectedly or became disabled? Key employees are the foundation of a successful business. They are business...

Jeffrey T. Lindsey, PhD, PM, EFO, CFO Coordinator/Lecturer FES Programs Rinker School of Building Construction PO Box 115703 University of Florida Gainesville, FL 32611 352-273-1199 [email protected] UF Construction Management: Fire and Emergency Services What is your job and how long have you lived in Gainesville?  I am the Coordinator for the Fire and Emergency Services...

It’s been said that there are no shortcuts to success, but that’s not entirely true when it comes to owning a small business. Many entrepreneurs bypass the costs and challenges of the start-up process by purchasing an existing small business, complete with its own brand, facilities, employees, and customers. Although purchasing an existing enterprise can...

Effective January 1, 2015 the minimum wage will be $8.05 per hour, up from the current rate of $7.93. The Federal minimum wage rate is $7.25; however, employees must be paid the minimum wage rate set by the state for which they are employed. Florida voters approved a constitutional amendment establishing the state minimum wage...

IR-2014-114, Dec. 10, 2014 WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today issued the 2015 optional standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes. Beginning on Jan. 1, 2015, the standard mileage rates for the use of a car, van, pickup or panel truck...

GAINESVILLE, Fla. – The City of Gainesville Building Inspection Department is pleased to announce the availability of online building permits, effective Thursday, Dec. 11, 2014. This enhanced service is available to all contractors and property owners who register with the city (state law does require applicants to initially register in person). Applicants will be able...

United Way of North Central Florida names Deborah Bowie as President and CEO GAINESVILLE, Fla. (Dec. 17, 2014) — Deborah Bowie has been named president and CEO of United Way of North Central Florida. The United Way board and staff members are extremely excited for Bowie to join the team. Dana Clayton, vice president of...