Knowledge and Insights
Offering resources and insights that help clients and communities
One of the ways Mercadien accelerates client and community success is by continually enhancing and sharing knowledge. By offering our expertise and thought leadership on key business and industry trends and issues, we’re a better resource to you. It benefits everyone to keep minds sharp and fingers on the pulse of what’s critical in today’s dynamic environment.
We’re pleased to provide articles, news, and information to help you stay up-to-date on topics affecting your organization; learn about best practices and processes in relevant fields; and simplify the business and financial complexities you may face.
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Succession Planning: 3 Emotional and Logical Roadblocks to Overcome
August 7, 2018 | By: Succession planning is a process that every business owner thinks about, however, identifying and developing new leaders is easier said than done. According to Business Enterprise Institute’s 2016 Business Owner…Read More
Unintended Consequences of Changes to Withholding Rates Under New Tax Law
August 7, 2018 | By: Eric M. WhelanWith the passage of the new tax law on December 22, 2017, there may be some unintended consequences of which everyone should be aware. One change directly affected the federal…Read More
State of PA Changes 1099-MISC Withholding Tax Requirements for 2018
July 26, 2018The State of Pennsylvania issued changes to 1099-MISC tax withholding requirements for individuals and businesses for 2018. Details can be found on this resource document provided by the Pennsylvania Department…Read More
Barely Average Financial Education in the U.S.
July 24, 2018 | By: Marguerite L. MountIt might not be surprising, but the United States isn’t close to the top when it comes to basic financial literacy skills among teenage students. Which country is? China. The…Read More
Using Social Media as an Investigative Tool
July 17, 2018 | By: Frank PinaTraditionally, social media was known as a web-based platform that allowed users to create, share or exchange information through virtual communities and networks. Today, the number and types of social…Read More
Lisa Thouin Presents on Liquidity Risk Management at FMS NY/NJ & NJBankers Assoc. CFO Conf.
July 2, 2018The FMS NY/NJ Chapter presented a Spring Half-Day CFO Conference jointly sponsored with the New Jersey Bankers Association (“NJBA”). The event was held at the Stony Hill Inn in Hackensack,…Read More
Mercadien’s Ken Kamen Featured on CNBC’s Markets Now
July 2, 2018Ken Kamen, president of Mercadien Asset Management, says small caps are a bright light for investors because they have less international exposure, and will start to reap the benefits of…Read More
Are You in Control of Your Company? Look Internally.
June 19, 2018 | By: Matthew SmierciakOverview of Internal Controls and Their Importance We live in a fast-paced and rapidly-changing business environment focused on innovation and efficiency. With new systems, means of access, and growth, it…Read More
Ready, Set, Compliance!
June 19, 2018 | By: Pazit KaplanIs your organization required to comply with certain state, federal or industry regulatory guidelines? Are you ready for your next compliance audit? Navigating the sea of regulations that exist today…Read More