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๐Ÿ’ผ ๐ˆ๐ง๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ซ๐š๐ง๐œ๐ž ๐Œ๐ฒ๐ญ๐ก ๐Œ๐จ๐ง๐๐š๐ฒ๐Œ๐ฒ๐ญ๐ก: Workers' comp is optional for small teams.๐…๐š๐œ๐ญ: It's often required even if you only have o...
06/22/2026

๐Ÿ’ผ ๐ˆ๐ง๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ซ๐š๐ง๐œ๐ž ๐Œ๐ฒ๐ญ๐ก ๐Œ๐จ๐ง๐๐š๐ฒ

๐Œ๐ฒ๐ญ๐ก: Workers' comp is optional for small teams.
๐…๐š๐œ๐ญ: It's often required even if you only have one employee.

Many business owners assume workers' compensation coverage is only necessary once they reach a certain size. The reality is that in many states, the requirement begins as soon as you hire your first employee. If an employee is injured on the job and your business doesn't have the required coverage, you could face significant fines, legal expenses, and out-of-pocket medical costs.

Workers' compensation isn't just about complianceโ€”it's about protecting your employees and safeguarding your business from unexpected financial setbacks. Understanding your state's requirements today can help you avoid costly surprises tomorrow.

Not sure if your business needs workers' comp coverage? Let Brett review your current policy and help ensure you're properly protected.

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Happy Fatherโ€™s Day to the dads who lead by example.The lessons your children remember most wonโ€™t come from what you sayโ€”...
06/21/2026

Happy Fatherโ€™s Day to the dads who lead by example.

The lessons your children remember most wonโ€™t come from what you sayโ€”theyโ€™ll come from how you show up, love, work, and live each day. Today we celebrate the fathers, grandfathers, mentors, and role models whose actions leave a lasting impact.

Wishing you a day filled with appreciation, family, and the moments that matter most. ๐Ÿ’™

Q2 is officially behind us โ€” which means now is the perfect time for a mid-year tax check-in before the second half of t...
06/17/2026

Q2 is officially behind us โ€” which means now is the perfect time for a mid-year tax check-in before the second half of the year gets away from you.

Here are 5 things to review right now:

1๏ธโƒฃ Estimated tax payments โ€” are you on track to avoid underpayment penalties?
2๏ธโƒฃ Major purchases or asset additions โ€” have they been properly documented?
3๏ธโƒฃ Payroll accuracy โ€” any changes in staff, benefits, or compensation that need to be reflected?
4๏ธโƒฃ Business structure โ€” has your growth made a different entity type worth considering?
5๏ธโƒฃ Retirement contributions โ€” are you maximizing deductions available to you this year?

Waiting until April to think about taxes is one of the most expensive habits a business owner can have. A mid-year review gives you time to actually do something about what you find.

Let's schedule your check-in now.

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๐Ÿš— ๐ˆ๐ง๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ซ๐š๐ง๐œ๐ž ๐Œ๐ฒ๐ญ๐ก ๐Œ๐จ๐ง๐๐š๐ฒ๐Œ๐ฒ๐ญ๐ก: I only need the minimum liability coverage required by law.๐…๐š๐œ๐ญ: Minimum coverage meets the...
06/15/2026

๐Ÿš— ๐ˆ๐ง๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ซ๐š๐ง๐œ๐ž ๐Œ๐ฒ๐ญ๐ก ๐Œ๐จ๐ง๐๐š๐ฒ

๐Œ๐ฒ๐ญ๐ก: I only need the minimum liability coverage required by law.
๐…๐š๐œ๐ญ: Minimum coverage meets the legal requirement โ€” but it rarely covers the actual cost of a serious accident.

State minimums are set as a floor, not a recommendation. Medical bills, legal fees, and property damage from a single accident can easily exceed those limits โ€” leaving you personally responsible for the difference. For business owners, the stakes are even higher: one liability claim can threaten not just your personal assets, but your entire operation. Adequate coverage isn't an upgrade โ€” it's protection for everything you've worked to build.

Don't wait for an accident to find out your coverage wasn't enough. Let Brett review your liability limits and make sure you're actually protected.

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At The Glessner Group, we value relationships, experiences, and making time for the moments that matter.Mike, Brett, and...
06/12/2026

At The Glessner Group, we value relationships, experiences, and making time for the moments that matter.

Mike, Brett, and JT traveled to Omaha to watch the West Virginia Mountaineers compete on college baseball's biggest stage. Moments like these are not to be missed, and we're proud to be cheering on the Mountaineers every step of the way.

Let's goooo, Mountaineers! ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’›โšพ

Your books might look fine on the surface โ€” but messy bookkeeping has a way of quietly draining your business. Here are ...
06/10/2026

Your books might look fine on the surface โ€” but messy bookkeeping has a way of quietly draining your business. Here are 5 warning signs that your bookkeeping situation needs attention:

1๏ธโƒฃ You don't know your actual profit margin until tax season
2๏ธโƒฃ You've been hit with late fees or penalties you didn't see coming
3๏ธโƒฃ You're making decisions based on your bank balance, not your financials
4๏ธโƒฃ Reconciling accounts takes hours โ€” or just doesn't happen
5๏ธโƒฃ Your accountant spends more time cleaning up records than advising you

Bookkeeping isn't just a compliance task โ€” it's the foundation of every smart financial decision you make. When it's off, everything downstream is off too: your tax planning, your cash flow, your ability to grow.

If any of these hit close to home, let's talk. We'll get your books in order and keep them that way โ€” year-round.

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๐Ÿ  ๐ˆ๐ง๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ซ๐š๐ง๐œ๐ž ๐Œ๐ฒ๐ญ๐ก ๐Œ๐จ๐ง๐๐š๐ฒ๐Œ๐ฒ๐ญ๐ก: My personal health insurance will cover me if Iโ€™m injured at work.๐…๐š๐œ๐ญ: Personal health ins...
06/08/2026

๐Ÿ  ๐ˆ๐ง๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ซ๐š๐ง๐œ๐ž ๐Œ๐ฒ๐ญ๐ก ๐Œ๐จ๐ง๐๐š๐ฒ

๐Œ๐ฒ๐ญ๐ก: My personal health insurance will cover me if Iโ€™m injured at work.

๐…๐š๐œ๐ญ: Personal health insurance and workersโ€™ compensation are two separate systems โ€” and your health plan may deny claims it considers work-related.

Many business owners and employees assume their personal health coverage is a catch-all. But most health insurance policies explicitly exclude injuries that occur in the course of employment โ€” because those are meant to be covered by workersโ€™ compensation. If youโ€™re a business owner without workersโ€™ comp, or an employee whose employer isnโ€™t properly covered, a workplace injury could leave you with significant out-of-pocket medical costs, lost wages, and no clear path to recovery. Workersโ€™ comp isnโ€™t just a legal requirement in most states โ€” itโ€™s a critical layer of protection for you and your team.

Donโ€™t wait for an injury to find out which policy actually applies. Let Brett review your coverage and make sure there are no gaps between your health plan and your workersโ€™ comp situation.

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Here's something most business owners don't realize until it's too late:The decisions that shape your financial future a...
06/05/2026

Here's something most business owners don't realize until it's too late:

The decisions that shape your financial future aren't made in March or April. They're made in June, September, and December โ€” when there's still time to act.

Whether it's tax planning, insurance coverage, wealth management, or keeping your books in order, staying ahead means having someone in your corner all year long โ€” not just when a deadline is looming.

The business owners who come out ahead aren't the ones scrambling for last-minute fixes. They're the ones who made smart, informed decisions throughout the year โ€” with a team that knew their full financial picture.

That's what year-round financial partnership actually looks like.

If you're not having regular conversations with your financial team, you're leaving money, protection, and opportunity on the table. Let's change that.

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Most business owners don't find out they're underinsured until they need to file a claim. By then, it's too late to fix ...
06/03/2026

Most business owners don't find out they're underinsured until they need to file a claim. By then, it's too late to fix it.

Here are 4 questions worth asking today:

1๏ธโƒฃ When did you last update your coverage limits? If your business has grown, your original policy may no longer reflect your actual exposure.

2๏ธโƒฃ Are you insuring your property at rebuild cost โ€” or market value? These numbers are often very different, and the gap comes out of your pocket.

3๏ธโƒฃ Do you have coverage for business interruption? If you were forced to close for 30 days, could your business survive without income?

4๏ธโƒฃ Have you added services, employees, or locations since you last reviewed your policy? Each one can create new gaps.

A quick coverage review costs nothing. Finding out you're underinsured after a loss costs everything.

Let's take a look before you need to.

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๐Ÿš— ๐ˆ๐ง๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ซ๐š๐ง๐œ๐ž ๐Œ๐ฒ๐ญ๐ก ๐Œ๐จ๐ง๐๐š๐ฒ๐Œ๐ฒ๐ญ๐ก: Older cars don't need insurance.๐…๐š๐œ๐ญ: Liability coverage is legally required regardless of ...
06/01/2026

๐Ÿš— ๐ˆ๐ง๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ซ๐š๐ง๐œ๐ž ๐Œ๐ฒ๐ญ๐ก ๐Œ๐จ๐ง๐๐š๐ฒ

๐Œ๐ฒ๐ญ๐ก: Older cars don't need insurance.
๐…๐š๐œ๐ญ: Liability coverage is legally required regardless of your vehicle's age.

Just because your car has a few decades on it doesn't mean it gets a free pass on the road. In Ohio, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania, liability insurance is required by lawโ€”period. And beyond the legal requirement, an uninsured older vehicle can still cause serious financial damage if you're involved in an accident. Medical bills, property damage, and legal costs don't care how old your car is. The right coverage protects you from out-of-pocket expenses that could far exceed what you'd ever save by going uninsured.

Don't wait for a traffic stopโ€”or worse, an accidentโ€”to find out you're exposed. Let's make sure you have the right coverage in place.

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