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And the answer is? Posted on 01 Dec 2003 in the Current Issue categories.

What I like best about our annual State of the Industry Report is that it gives propane retailers nationwide an open forum to give unbridled, bare-knuckled feedback from the front lines. Read more»

NPGA seeks equitable linefill program Posted on 01 Dec 2003 in the News categories.

We encounter many challenges in this industry. One of the most compelling issues we face each year is ensuring a reliable supply of propane for our customers. Read more»

LIHEAP funds could grow with bill Posted on 01 Dec 2003 in the News categories.

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program could get $3.4 billion in each of the next three years under the Poverty Reduction & Prevention Act of 2003. Read more»

Solid accounting adds business value Posted on 01 Dec 2003 in the Current Issue categories.

It’s true. As one who spends my time analyzing businesses, I can say without question that a business that produces high-quality financial statements that have integrity and show the true financial performance of the company will bring more money in a sale than an identical business with sloppy reporting. Read more»

Overtime rule changes long overdue Posted on 01 Dec 2003 in the Current Issue categories.

By now you’ve likely heard of the U.S. Department of Labor’s proposed revisions to the Fair Labor Standards Act, which is the primary statute governing employee entitlement to overtime compensation. Read more»

2003 State of the Industry Posted on 01 Dec 2003 in the Current Issue categories.

The numbers don't lie; neither do the voices of frightened and frustrated propane marketers everywhere who say the mounting cost of doing business is smothering them. Read more»

Look for more hazmat safety measures Posted on 01 Nov 2003 in the Current Issue categories.

We may see some new federal efforts next year to improve hazmat carrier safety. Read more»

Do you suffer from tired eyes? Posted on 01 Nov 2003 in the Current Issue categories.

This story was told to me by a good friend who is now retired from the military. I am fascinated by the phenomenon he described, and I think that you’ll agree that it applies to our businesses. Read more»

Accounting rule change may impact you Posted on 01 Nov 2003 in the Current Issue categories.

An accounting rule change may alter the way employee ownership is reflected in your company's financial statements. Read more»

The truth about insurance premiums Posted on 01 Nov 2003 in the Current Issue categories.

At my last association presentation, one of the attendees had the following double question: “What’s going on with insurance premiums, and what can we do about it?”Great questions. Read more»