Think Twice

Think Twice

Across Michigan’s vibrant startup and small business landscape, labeling new hires as independent contractors can seem like a streamlined path to growth. Issue a 1099, skip payroll complexity, and move at the speed of innovation ­­­— at least… Read More
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National Make a Will Month

What happens if you don’t have a will? Did you know that, according to a recent survey, roughly 76% of Americans do not have a will? Unless you have had a loved one pass away without a will, you may not be familiar with the legal process required i… Read More
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Duck Race

Duck Race

Wright Beamer is proud to sponsor one of the favorite local annual traditions: the CARES Duck Race! On Wednesday, August 6, at Shiawassee Park in Farmington, it will be an afternoon of music, games, food, and thousands of rubber ducks racing down the… Read More
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Combating Deed Fraud

Combating Deed Fraud

Many Michiganders have heard stories about homeowners receiving sudden news that someone recorded a deed falsely claiming ownership of their beloved home. Historically, this crime has especially affected older homeowners or prospective buyers not usi… Read More
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Waste Not

Waste Not

Farmington Hills is partnering with Make Food Not Waste, a Detroit-based nonprofit, to create a citywide plan to reduce food waste. And they’re asking for input from residents and local businesses. Two surveys are now open through tomorrow, July 25… Read More
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Don't Roll the Dice

Don't Roll the Dice

EEOC settlement costs Las Vegas casino $850K A Las Vegas casino resort operator recently agreed to pay $850,000 and implement sweeping policy reforms to resolve a lawsuit filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) alleging relig… Read More
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Farmington Founders Festi…

Farmington Founders Festival

Summer in Farmington wouldn’t be complete without the Founders Festival. And this year marks the 61st celebration of the event we all know and love! The festival is taking over Downtown Farmington from July 17–19, and there’s a little something… Read More
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CTA Scope Narrowed

New FinCEN interim rule eases Corporate Transparency Act reporting for small businesses. You may recall that the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), enacted to ferret out money laundering, originally required companies to report to the Financial Crimes… Read More
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Artists Wanted

Artists Wanted

There’s still time for local artists to be part of something special in Farmington and Farmington Hills. Both cities are inviting submissions for two-year public art exhibits that bring creativity into city spaces, offering artists a chance to conn… Read More
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Learning the Ropes

Learning the Ropes

With summer in full swing, many Michigan businesses already have interns hard at work, gaining experience, lending a hand, and learning the ropes. Whether your interns just started or are a few weeks in, now’s a great time to take a step back and m… Read More
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