Professional Services
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These Warrington Newlyweds Sure Got an Eyeful When They Viewed Their Wedding Photos
Wedding photo proofs forwarded to a Warrington couple for approval in early May yielded some unexpected results. The bizarre pictures, showing guests with multiple sets of Photoshopped “crazy eyes,” has now gone viral, as reported by NBC New York. The story of the derailed images began with the April 2 union of Anaya Ramos and…
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How Local B2B Companies Are Closing the Marketing Gap Without a Full-Time Hire
Growth is a challenge familiar for any small to mid-sized businesses. Sales are plateauing and leads fall off; there is a lack of unity in brand messaging. Everyone agrees the missing piece points to marketing, but bringing on a seasoned Chief Marketing Officer might not be in the budget. Doylestown resident Susan Towers, founder of Towers Fractional Marketing, built her practice around this gap, bringing flexibility to a traditional role that works for your company’s needs. Today, Towers…
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What to Do After Tax Day: DunlapSLK Offers Simple Tips to Avoid Stress Next Year
Once April 15 passes, it’s easy to stop thinking about taxes. But a few simple follow-up steps can save time, money, and stress down the road, advises DunlapSLK, a CPA and business advisory firm based in Chalfont. A key focus is recordkeeping. While the IRS generally has three years to audit a return, that window…
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A 30-Year Journey: Gregory Shank is Named New Managing Partner of Maillie LLP
Gregory Shank didn’t just land the top job at one of the region’s most respected accounting firms. He’s been building toward it for more than three decades. Maillie LLP, the Limerick-based accounting and advisory firm, has named Shank as its new managing partner, succeeding Laurie Tolle, who is retiring after 19 years with the firm.…
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One of Nation’s Largest Search Firms Acquires Philadelphia-Based Howard Fischer Associates
Howard Fischer Associates, a Philadelphia executive search firm, has been acquired by executive search firm giant ZRG, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. According to founder and CEO Howard Fischer, while he wasn’t necessarily looking to sell, when taking into account his business plan for the future, the firm saw a need to…
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The Do’s and Don’ts of Healthy Communication in a Relationship
Healthy communication is the foundation of any strong relationship. Whether romantic, long-term, or newly formed, the way partners express thoughts, emotions, and needs can either strengthen their bond or quietly erode it. While no one communicates perfectly all the time, understanding a few key do’s and don’ts can dramatically improve how couples connect, resolve conflict,…
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What’s Due on April 15 Besides Taxes? Deadlines for IRAs, Extensions, and More
April 15 is widely known as the deadline for filing federal income tax returns, but it also serves as a critical cutoff for several other financial and tax-related actions that taxpayers often overlook. Missing these additional deadlines can lead to lost tax-saving opportunities, interest charges, or penalties, advises DunlapSLK, a CPA and business advisory firm…
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MyOfficeOps Helps Fuel Growth of Local Dental Practice by Removing Daily Accounting Burden
In today’s evolving healthcare landscape, private dental practices are being asked to do more than ever before. Clinical excellence is only one piece of the equation. Behind every thriving practice is a strong business foundation — and for one growing Bucks County dental office, that foundation has made all the difference. At their Yardley location,…
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DunlapSLK Names Stephanie Krupp a Shareholder
DunlapSLK, the Chalfont-based certified public accounting and business advisory firm, has named Stephanie Krupp a shareholder. A member of the firm’s accounting services department for the past 18 years, Krupp provides accounting, advisory, and tax services for privately held companies and individuals. She also serves as Business Accounting & Software Services (BASS) Director, leading and…
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Independent Contractors vs. Employees: DunlapSLK Explains What Employers Need to Know
Many businesses rely on independent contractors to help manage labor costs, address staffing shortages, and handle specialized work. Before bringing contractors on board, however, employers must understand how to correctly classify these workers for federal tax purposes. Misclassification can trigger IRS audits, back taxes, penalties, and even legal exposure, advises DunlapSLK, a CPA and business…
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Two Philadelphia Firms to Merge, Deal Expected to Help Each Expand and Integrate Portfolios
Philadelphia firms Ceisler Media & Issue Advocacy and Athena Global Advisors, respectively, are set to merge, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Both firms are in the belief that the merger will help each expand and integrate their portfolios of client services moving forward. As a result of the merger, Athena, a marketing…
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America’s Largest Privately Held Real Estate Brokerage Enters Philadelphia Market
Howard Hanna Real Estate Services, the largest privately held real estate brokerage in the nation, is now in the Philadelphia market and is already looking ahead to expanding, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The brokerage firm entered in Philadelphia by bringing on the team at Long & Foster Real Estate. This one…
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DunlapSLK Explains IRS’s New Guidance on Calculating Tips and Overtime Deductions for 2025
The IRS has issued important guidance to help taxpayers calculate new federal income tax deductions for qualified tips and overtime compensation under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), which applies to tax years 2025 through 2028. These provisions allow workers who earn tips or overtime pay to claim partial deductions on their federal tax…
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Why Resolutions Fail — and What Actually Works
Every January, millions of people declare resolutions with the best of intentions. “This year, I’ll get organized.” “I’ll stop procrastinating.” “I’ll exercise every day.” The energy is real, the desire for change is sincere, and the commitment feels strong. Yet by February, most resolutions have quietly dissolved. People blame themselves for lacking discipline, motivation, or…
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Local ‘Nonprofit Whisperer’ Named to Board of Directors at Family-Owned Boscov’s
East Goshen Township resident Bob Madonna has spent much of his career helping nonprofits find clarity, stability, and strong leadership. Now, that work is extending into the retail sector, with one of the most popular department store chains in the Mid-Atlantic region. Madonna, the Managing Partner of Diversified Services LLC and a longtime nonprofit advisor,…
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DunlapSLK Outlines Four Year-End Planning Steps to Trim Your 2025 Taxes
As the calendar winds down, taxpayers are looking for strategic moves to reduce their 2025 federal income tax and take advantage of significant changes under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). DunlapSLK, a CPA and business advisory firm based in Chalfont, outlines four key planning steps individuals should consider before year end. First, reconsider…
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West Chester’s Thomas Lambert, Pennsylvania’s First African American Chrysler Auto Dealer, Retires
Thomas Lambert of West Chester, the first African American Chrysler auto dealer in Pennsylvania and owner of Lambert Auto Body Shop, has retired, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. Lambert launched his career in 1967 following his graduation from Morgan State University with a degree in business. He joined Girard Bank’s management program for three years…
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Opinion: It’s Time to Value Direct Support Professionals for What We Are Worth
For the last 25 years, I have been fortunate to have a wonderful job supporting individuals with intellectual disability and autism. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), I assist with the ever-changing physical, emotional, personal, communication, and recreational needs of individuals. My job title doesn’t begin to describe the valuable role I play in people’s…









































