Tag Archives: Unemployment Insurance

Small Business is Not “Hap-Hap-Happy”

Posted on April 3, 2013 by

Apparently, Governor Cuomo has proclaimed the recently enacted budget as a “love document”.  Exactly who the love is for and what that means is up for others to interpret.  For small business the answer is obvious, and no, we are … Continue reading →

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NFIB/NY Reaction to Governor Cuomo’s Proposed Budget

Posted on January 22, 2013 by

“For the third year in a row, Governor Cuomo’s proposed fiscal plan maintains the theme of fiscal responsibility continues to right-size state government and closes the current budget gap while rejecting any new tax increases.  Financially, this budget proposal is … Continue reading →

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Governor’s Address Cause for Hope and Concern

Posted on January 10, 2013 by

Is the glass half full or half empty?  With yesterday’s State of the State address by Governor Cuomo, once fully digested, it is fair to say that this simple little question could be difficult to answer. On the one hand, … Continue reading →

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NY Small Business Calls Tax Report Embarassing, Calls for Change

Posted on October 9, 2012 by

Albany (October 9, 2012) – A new report by the non-profit Tax Foundation ranks New York again dead last among all states for its business climate.  That, according to the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), is an embarrassing distinction … Continue reading →

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Another Business Index, Another Last Place Finish for New York!

Posted on October 9, 2012 by

Further accentuating the fact that I have been pretty steadfast in my position that New York is not quite open for business, the Tax Foundation has released their 2013 Business Tax Climate Index, and New York ranks 50th.  50th! Consider … Continue reading →

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Employers Hit Again by Interest Assessment Surcharge (IAS)

Posted on July 6, 2012 by

In 2009, New York borrowed over $4 billion from the federal Unemployment Insurance (UI) Trust Fund.  As I always say, nothing is ever free! The interest due in 2012 on this loan is $102 million.  This means, if they haven’t … Continue reading →

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