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Working remotely from a beach in Portugal or a café in Buenos Aires sounds like a dream — but 60% of remote workers don't know their tax obligations abroad. Cheryl Williams, David Neff, and Lisa Roberts break down whether working overseas is a smart tax move or a compliance trap waiting to spring.

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Valuations are high, the market is moving, and someone just made you an offer — but is now really the right time to sell? Dawn Smith, Mark Brenner, and Lisa Wang debate when holding on to your business makes more sense than cashing out, and how to know when the number is finally right.

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Global Business / Economy

Is Tipping Culture Costing Small Businesses More Than It's Helping Their Staff — and Who Actually Pays?

Every time a customer decides whether to tip — and how much — they're making a decision that shapes a worker's livelihood. Michael Lynn, Ruth McCambridge, and Jack Temple debate whether tipping culture is a lifeline for service workers or a broken system that lets businesses off the hook.

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Global Business / Economy

Should You Hire a Virtual CFO — or Is That Just an Expensive Way to Avoid Making Hard Decisions Yourself?

A virtual CFO promises expert financial guidance at a fraction of the cost of a full-time hire — but is it a smart strategic move or a way to avoid the hard decisions that every business leader must face? Mark Katzen, Lisa Greene-Lewis, and Nicolas De La Vega break it down.

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Global Business / Economy

Is Getting an MBA Still Worth the Cost — or Has the Market Already Priced It Out of Relevance?

A top MBA can cost six figures — but does the diploma still open the doors it once did? Adam Grant, Michael Porter, and Barbara Corcoran debate whether a business degree is a career-defining investment or an expensive credential in a world that increasingly values skills over pedigree.

June 02, 2026 TheFacturation Editorial
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2–3 named CPAs, tax attorneys, or CFPs present their position with real arguments and data.

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