Nobody likes dealing with surprise inspections from the state board of pharmacy, but they are simply a reality of life as an independent pharmacy. A recent article from Pharmacy Today offers some tips for remaining well prepared for inspections at all times. Always maintain a...
The coronavirus pandemic is having a massive impact across the globe. A recent article from Elements magazine offers some tips for independent pharmacies seeking to aid in the fight against the virus and keep their businesses afloat. Focus on delivery service. Start offering delivery if...
Many independent pharmacies are busier than ever due to the coronavirus pandemic. However, this does not mean that they are doing well financially. A recent article from The Philadelphia Inquirer examines why many independent pharmacies are currently struggling. The author first examines the case of Richard...
As we all transition to a virtual office environment, the team at Blackman & Sloop continues to provide updates and service to our clients during these unprecedented times. Here are some of the latest happenings at the firm. Promotions and New Hires: We welcomed Katelyn Schubel on...
What year did you join Blackman & Sloop? I joined B&S as an intern in the summer of 2018 and officially joined as a full-time associate in May of 2019. Where did you go to college? I went to Meredith College for my Bachelor of Science in Accounting...
What year did you join Blackman & Sloop? 2018 Where did you go to college? Undergrad – Appalachian State Graduate School – East Carolina University Why did you choose Blackman & Sloop? I chose Blackman & Sloop because of their fun and family-like atmosphere. I felt like B&S offered me...
It is a new year and as we head into the thick of tax season our team is hard at work. Here are few of the things we have been up to since our last newsletter. Promotions and New Hires: We welcomed two new members to...
If you are receiving Social Security, then you have just recently received your annual letter from the Social Security Administration letting you know that your Social Security benefits for 2020 have increased by 1.6 percent as a result of a rise in the cost of...
When was the last time you or your attorney reviewed or updated your will or trust? If it was before the passage of the 2017 tax reform legislation, or the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), your documents may be out of date. Among the...
Believe it or not, it’s 2020. You’re not just starting a new year—you’re entering a new decade. With this in mind, you might want to make some resolutions that focus on your finances. According to Psychology Today, 80 percent of resolutions fail by February. If...
