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The professional services sector is a critical component of economic development and productivity. The skills and knowledge of specialized professionals drive innovation and keep daily operations on track across multiple markets. We often assume professional services are safe from fluctuating...
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Denver – March 28, 2024 – HTLF (NASDAQ: HTLF), announced the promotion of Tony Hammond to Head of Division Commercial and Middle Market Banking for HTLF. In this new role, Tony will help advance the bank's commitment to excellence in serving middle market commercial clients, while also supporting...
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Technology moves fast, and so do fraudsters. Innovations in artificial intelligence (AI) have brought advancements in many areas, including medical research, manufacturing and agriculture, as well as in how we interact with technology. However, AI has also created opportunities for bad actors to...
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Your dream kitchen, bathroom, patio, or basement could be within reach if you’re sitting on home equity. Whether you’re looking to add an addition, finish a room, or enclose a patio, a remodel can add value to your house over time. Not sure where to start? There are numerous ways to add value to...
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Keep your A-team on board! Dive into these proven retention strategies in professional services and cultivate a workforce that thrives. Due to factors like economic uncertainty, a shift to remote work, and early retirement, service-based companies have a new incredibly high turnover rate of 13.4%...
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As 2024 continues on, many business leaders are looking for ways to remain resilient due to economic uncertainties. According to recent SAS data, 97% of executives view resiliency as an important factor—and 87% are confident about increasing resiliency in their companies in the future. Part of their...
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Fraudsters today are smarter than ever. As technology advances, so do their tactics. As a consumer, you need to be aware of the latest fraud schemes to help protect yourself. Let’s discuss some ways scammers are impersonating the IRS to trick victims and steal your hard-earned cash. IRS...
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You’ve invested countless long, hard hours in building a stable, profitable business with a bright future. But negative economic forces can strike at any time, destabilizing your finances and possibly even endangering the survival of your business. This is one of the main reasons it’s so important...
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Tax laws can be complicated, but forming a robust tax plan is crucial to attaining your future financial goals. In this article, we’re breaking down everything you need to know about tax codes and other helpful information to know as you prepare. A tax plan can benefit you in three ways. It allows...
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Once upon a time, most businesses could rely on wages and salaries to attract talented employees. Securing the services of strong candidates was often purely a question of money. But much of that has since changed—and quickly—in the post-COVID-19 hiring and retention landscape. For many job-seekers...
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Commonly known as the Beige Book, this report is published eight times per year. Each Federal Reserve Bank gathers anecdotal information on current economic conditions in its District through reports from Bank and Branch directors and interviews with key business contacts, economists, market experts...
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Tax season is right around the corner! With a bit of planning before you start filling out tax forms, you can make the process much easier on yourself this year. So, let’s review important insights, as well as the forms and documents you might need to gather to file your tax return ASAP. Filing Your...