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Before You Accept That Offer, Get Familiar With the Leaders!

chicagodefender - May 31, 2017

I know . . . you want a good job. Don’t we all? But don’t let this want turn into desperation, which causes you...

Ask Alma: My Friend Wants Me to Hire Her Cousin and I Don’t Want To

chicagodefender - May 22, 2017

Dear Alma, I have a friend who knows I am hiring people to fix up my house, and she keeps suggesting that I hire her...

cpactrs - May 22, 2017

Let’s be honest. Most business owners don’t wake up in the morning, go to work and say, “I’m not paying my payroll taxes.” One...

The Benefits and Pitfalls of Networking and Name Dropping

Chicago Defender Executive Editor - May 15, 2017

Networks are everything. We spend our lives developing our circles of friendship and business connections. Having relationships with the right people can open doors...

Editor's Take: May 10-16, 2017 Issue

Chicago Defender Executive Editor - May 9, 2017

Heads up on the May 10th issue and what the Chicago Defender is focused on this week!

Missed Filing Your Taxes?

cpactrs - May 8, 2017

Most people that have IRS problems haven’t filed in a few years. It’s a common problem. You are not alone. Don’t be embarrassed. Nearly...

Celebrity Dermatologist Offers a Creative Approach to Pursuing Your Dreams

chicagodefender - May 8, 2017

All dreams are achievable . . . although the path to success is rarely, if ever, linear. There are twists and turns, but if...

KayCee Shakur: 5 Reasons Black Women are Fed Up with Shea Moisture

kayceeshakur - May 7, 2017

#1 Can we have anything? This is one that’s going to get the most slack so I might as well get it out of...

IRS Tax Crimes

cpactrs - May 6, 2017

The IRS, through its Criminal Investigation (CI), is organized to promote voluntary compliance of the tax laws. It has the authority to both investigate...