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As of June 30, the U.S. Department of Labor dropped its defense of the final overtime rule as written, but sought confirmation from the courts that it indeed maintains the authority to establish new salary thresholds. Three days earlier the DOL made clear its intent to rewrite the rules with lower salary thresholds. However, in the event the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals reverses the District Court injunction, the Obama-era final rule could go into effect immediately, meaning employers who are not in compliance would be subject to penalties, possibly retroactively, according to Jackson Lewis attorney Jeffrey Brecher.
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Small Business Trends
As if taxes weren't enough, the IRS can add interest and penalties for certain action you may take or fail to take. There are over 150 civil penalties in the Internal Revenue Code. Tax penalties can be costly and they're not tax deductible. Here is a roundup of some tax penalties that can impact small businesses owners and what can be done to avoid them.
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Door & Window Market Magazine
More than 90 percent of door, window, siding and roofing professionals say they're confident in their ability to get new business in the next six months, according to the latest HomeAdvisor Farnsworth Index, which measures the home improvement industry across 13 categories.
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Construction Today
As a contractor, staying up to date with current market trends is an essential part of keeping your business relevant and profitable. Environmental consciousness is more than just a buzz word these days — both professionals and homeowners are adopting more environmentally friendly practices now than ever before. If you want to reshape your construction brand to incorporate some of these practices, there are several things to take into consideration. Here are some top tips to help you rebrand as a green construction brand.
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MultiBriefs
In an effort to enhance the overall content of Door & Window Business, we’d like to include peer-written articles in future editions. As a member of AWDI, your knowledge of the industry lends itself to unprecedented expertise. And we’re hoping you’ll share this expertise with your peers through well-written commentary. Because of the digital format, there’s no word limit, and our group of talented editors can help with final edits. If you’re interested in participating, please contact Ronnie Richard to discuss logistics.
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Window & Door
When wood-frame windows are the best option for a homeowner, finishing them is part of fulfilling the installation process. Too often, this step is under appreciated. Many may think that it’s no big deal because there really isn’t much there to be painted or stained.
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Miltech
Windows & Doors Market Report, published by Allied Market Research, states that the global market was valued at $184 billion in 2015, and is estimated to reach $282 billion by 2022, growing at a CAGR of 6.3 percent from 2016 to 2022.
Windows & doors market trends are expected to be progressive over the next few years. The nonresidential sector is expected to witness higher growth rate globally and contribute significantly to the market development.
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Inc.
Building consumer trust is a hurdle every business has to face, and it's not easy. The transparency offered by the web allows customers to feel personally involved with your brand. The strongest component of trust-building is something psychologists call social proof, a natural offshoot of word-of-mouth recommendations. With consumers turning to the web to verify a company, a brand, or a product before they buy or invest, the power of social proof is the driving force behind the influencer marketing.
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For Construction Pros
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration has proposed a delay in the electronic reporting compliance date of the rule, Improve Tracking of Workplace Injuries and Illnesses, from July 1, to Dec. 1, 2017. The proposed delay will allow OSHA an opportunity to further review and consider the rule.
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