Shine A Light On Sales Prospects To Brighten The Days Ahead
If your company’s sales outlook looks a little dim, it may be time to review and refine how you identify and pursue prospects.
How To Handle Evidence In A Fraud Investigation At Your Business
Many business owners take steps to prevent fraud but find themselves flummoxed when indications of wrongdoing arise. Here are some tips on preserving key evidence.
How Valuators Use Visual Aids
A picture is worth a thousand words. Charts, tables and other visual tools can help grab the attention of a judge or jury when you need them to focus on complex, technical business valuation testimony.
Business Valuations Needed For Private Stock Donations
Donating private business stock to a charity can help lower taxes. But you’ll need to act before year end to get a deduction for 2022. Here’s how to claim the tax break and help ensure it passes muster with the IRS.
Putting A Price Tag On Intangible Assets
How much are intangible assets worth in today’s volatile marketplace? Here’s how to find the answer.
Employers: Beware Of Improper Employee Retention Credit Claims
The IRS is warning employers to beware of third parties who are advising them to claim the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) when they may not qualify. Some third parties are taking improper positions related to taxpayer eligibility for — and computation of — the credit.
Inflation Reduction Act Expands Deductions For Energy-Efficient Construction
Can you benefit from the Inflation Reduction Act’s expansion of two tax incentives for energy-efficient construction of commercial and residential buildings? These are the Sec. 179D deduction and the Sec. 45L credit.
Social Security Recipients Will Receive A Large Increase In 2023
Monthly Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for more than 70 million Americans will increase 8.7% in 2023, the federal government recently announced.
Social Security Wage Base And Earnings Test Amounts Increase In 2023
The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently announced that the "wage base" for computing Social Security tax will increase for 2023 to $160,200. This is up from $147,000 for 2022.
The Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors Is Going Up in 2023
The U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division (WHD) recently released two Notices regarding the 2023 minimum wage rates that are going up for federal contractors.
Virginia Tax Rebates for Tax Year 2021 to Be Issued
Attention, Virginia taxpayers!You probably need to make some extra room in your bank accounts. The Virginia Department of Taxation (“the Department”) will soon begin issuing rebates to eligible Virginia taxpayers.
How To Account For Collaborative Agreements
Payments related to joint ventures and other so-called “collaborative arrangements” can be tricky to report under U.S. GAAP. Our accounting pros can help provide clarity and direction.
Last Call For Lease Accounting
Private companies: Have you implemented the new lease accounting rules? If not, you can’t afford to procrastinate any longer. Here’s what you’ll need to do before year end and how it may impact your financials.
Remote Auditing: A Brave New World
Pandemic-related lockdowns have forced auditors to conduct many procedures off-site. That change may not necessarily be temporary. After realizing the potential benefits, remote audit procedures may be part of the “new normal” going forward.
IRS Offers Penalty Relief For 2019, 2020 Tax Years
The IRS is providing broad-based penalty relief to most taxpayers who filed certain 2019 and/or 2020 tax returns late due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Find out if you might qualify.
Clean Vehicle Credit Comes With Caveats
The Inflation Reduction Act’s Clean Vehicle Credit might alter the timing of purchasing a new or used qualifying electric vehicle. Learn why.
Employers: How “Affordable” Will Your Health Benefits Be In 2023?
It’s that time of year, employers. Determine now whether your organization could be subject to an Affordable Care Act penalty for your health care coverage in 2023.
Addressing The Daunting Threat Of Workplace Violence
Employers: How safe is your workplace from the ever-present threat of violence? Be sure to stay wary of the specific risks to your organization.
Final Rule Issued For Pension Plan Assistance Program
If your organization participates in a struggling multiemployer pension plan, government help might be available. The PBGC recently finalized a rule regarding its Special Financial Assistance program.
The Inflation Reduction Act Includes Wide-Ranging Tax Provisions
The Inflation Reduction Act is about to become law. Learn how its tax provisions might affect you.
CHIPS Act Poised To Boost U.S. Businesses
The CHIPS Act aims to bolster semiconductor production and economic competitiveness. Among its provisions is an investment tax credit for manufacturing facilities and equipment.