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How you can help stop elder financial abuse (October 31, 2019)

How you can help stop elder financial abuse (October 31, 2019)

Do you know a vulnerable senior who seems afraid of his guardian or is unusually reluctant to discuss her finances? These can be signs of elder financial abuse. Find out more about this often-hidden form of fraud.
It’s not too late to trim your 2019 tax bill (October 29, 2019)

It’s not too late to trim your 2019 tax bill (October 29, 2019)

If you’re concerned about your 2019 tax liability, consider these year-end tax planning opportunities.
At the very least, update the financials in your business plan (October 28, 2019)

At the very least, update the financials in your business plan (October 28, 2019)

You may associate the term “business plan” with a start-up, but every company needs to keep their plan current. Of particular importance: the financials section.
Selling securities by year end? Avoid the wash sale rule (October 24, 2019)

Selling securities by year end? Avoid the wash sale rule (October 24, 2019)

Have you cashed in some investment gains in 2019? You may be looking for unrealized losses in your portfolio so you can sell those investments to offset your gains before year end. This can reduce your tax liability. But don’t run afoul of this rule.
Who needs an estate plan? You do! (October 23, 2019)

Who needs an estate plan? You do! (October 23, 2019)

No one wants to contemplate their own mortality, but taking the time now to create an estate plan can greatly benefit your family after your death.
Deciding whether a merger or acquisition is the right move (October 21, 2019)

Deciding whether a merger or acquisition is the right move (October 21, 2019)

One of the boldest plays a business owner can make is to merge with or acquire a competing (or compatible) company. But it doesn’t guarantee victory.
Nonprofits: New alternatives for reporting goodwill and other intangibles (October 17, 2019)

Nonprofits: New alternatives for reporting goodwill and other intangibles (October 17, 2019)

When nonprofit organizations merge, reporting goodwill and other intangible assets can be complex and costly. Fortunately, new accounting guidance offers some welcome relief.
The U.S. Department of Labor’s final overtime rule goes into effect on January 1, 2020. Will your company be ready? (October 16, 2019)

The U.S. Department of Labor’s final overtime rule goes into effect on January 1, 2020. Will your company be ready? (October 16, 2019)

The U.S. Department of Labor’s final overtime rule goes into effect on January 1, 2020. Will your company be ready?
Watch out for tax-related scams (October 15, 2019)

Watch out for tax-related scams (October 15, 2019)

Have you received a text, letter, email or phone call purporting to be from the IRS? Don’t become the victim of a scam. Here’s what you should look out for.
Internal audit 2.0: Paperless and continuous auditing trends (October 10, 2019)

Internal audit 2.0: Paperless and continuous auditing trends (October 10, 2019)

Does your current internal audit approach take advantage of electronic recordkeeping? Learn the benefits of upgrading your audit program to match today’s technology.
Is a self-directed IRA right for you? (October 9, 2019)

Is a self-directed IRA right for you? (October 9, 2019)

A self-directed IRA provides more flexibility in investment choices while offering the same estate planning benefits as a traditional IRA.
IRS issues final QBI real estate safe harbor rules (October 8, 2019)

IRS issues final QBI real estate safe harbor rules (October 8, 2019)

A safe harbor for rental real estate to qualify for the qualified business income deduction is now allowed.
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How you can help stop elder financial abuse (October 31, 2019)

How you can help stop elder financial abuse (October 31, 2019)

Do you know a vulnerable senior who seems afraid of his guardian or is unusually reluctant to discuss her finances? These can be signs of elder financial abuse. Find out more about this often-hidden form of fraud.
It’s not too late to trim your 2019 tax bill (October 29, 2019)

It’s not too late to trim your 2019 tax bill (October 29, 2019)

If you’re concerned about your 2019 tax liability, consider these year-end tax planning opportunities.
At the very least, update the financials in your business plan (October 28, 2019)

At the very least, update the financials in your business plan (October 28, 2019)

You may associate the term “business plan” with a start-up, but every company needs to keep their plan current. Of particular importance: the financials section.
Selling securities by year end? Avoid the wash sale rule (October 24, 2019)

Selling securities by year end? Avoid the wash sale rule (October 24, 2019)

Have you cashed in some investment gains in 2019? You may be looking for unrealized losses in your portfolio so you can sell those investments to offset your gains before year end. This can reduce your tax liability. But don’t run afoul of this rule.
Who needs an estate plan? You do! (October 23, 2019)

Who needs an estate plan? You do! (October 23, 2019)

No one wants to contemplate their own mortality, but taking the time now to create an estate plan can greatly benefit your family after your death.
Deciding whether a merger or acquisition is the right move (October 21, 2019)

Deciding whether a merger or acquisition is the right move (October 21, 2019)

One of the boldest plays a business owner can make is to merge with or acquire a competing (or compatible) company. But it doesn’t guarantee victory.
Nonprofits: New alternatives for reporting goodwill and other intangibles (October 17, 2019)

Nonprofits: New alternatives for reporting goodwill and other intangibles (October 17, 2019)

When nonprofit organizations merge, reporting goodwill and other intangible assets can be complex and costly. Fortunately, new accounting guidance offers some welcome relief.
The U.S. Department of Labor’s final overtime rule goes into effect on January 1, 2020. Will your company be ready? (October 16, 2019)

The U.S. Department of Labor’s final overtime rule goes into effect on January 1, 2020. Will your company be ready? (October 16, 2019)

The U.S. Department of Labor’s final overtime rule goes into effect on January 1, 2020. Will your company be ready?
Watch out for tax-related scams (October 15, 2019)

Watch out for tax-related scams (October 15, 2019)

Have you received a text, letter, email or phone call purporting to be from the IRS? Don’t become the victim of a scam. Here’s what you should look out for.
Internal audit 2.0: Paperless and continuous auditing trends (October 10, 2019)

Internal audit 2.0: Paperless and continuous auditing trends (October 10, 2019)

Does your current internal audit approach take advantage of electronic recordkeeping? Learn the benefits of upgrading your audit program to match today’s technology.
Is a self-directed IRA right for you? (October 9, 2019)

Is a self-directed IRA right for you? (October 9, 2019)

A self-directed IRA provides more flexibility in investment choices while offering the same estate planning benefits as a traditional IRA.
IRS issues final QBI real estate safe harbor rules (October 8, 2019)

IRS issues final QBI real estate safe harbor rules (October 8, 2019)

A safe harbor for rental real estate to qualify for the qualified business income deduction is now allowed.
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