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    How to classify shareholder advances

    Owners of closely held businesses sometimes need to advance their companies money to bridge a temporary downturn or provide extra...

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    5 estate planning tips for the sandwich generation

    The “sandwich generation” accounts for a large segment of the population. These are people who find themselves caring for both...

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    Home equity borrowers get good news from the IRS

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    Sec. 179 expensing provides small businesses tax savings on 2017 returns — and more savings in the future

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    What is job cost reporting?

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    Tax credit for hiring from certain “target groups” can provide substantial tax savings

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    For-profit vs. not-for-profit: Compare and contrast financial reporting goals

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    Use benchmarking to swim with the big fish

    You may keep a wary eye on your competitors, but sometimes it helps to look just a little bit deeper....

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    Small business owners: A SEP may give you one last 2017 tax and retirement saving opportunity

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    Only certain trusts can own S corporation stock

    S corporations must comply with several strict requirements or risk losing their tax-advantaged status. Among other things, they can have...

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    Turning employee ideas into profitable results

    Many businesses train employees how to do their jobs and only their jobs. But amazing things can happen when you...

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    Claiming bonus depreciation on your 2017 tax return may be particularly beneficial

    With bonus depreciation, a business can recover the costs of depreciable property more quickly by claiming additional first-year depreciation for...

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    Auditing work in progress

    Financial statement auditors spend a lot of time evaluating how their clients report work in progress (WIP) inventory. Here’s why...

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    If you made gifts last year, you may (or may not) need to file a gift tax return

    Gifting assets to loved ones is one of the simplest ways of reducing your taxable estate. However, what may not...

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    2 tax credits just for small businesses may reduce your 2017 and 2018 tax bills

    Tax credits reduce tax liability dollar-for-dollar, potentially making them more valuable than deductions, which reduce only the amount of income...

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    Unlock hidden cash from your balance sheet

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    New tax law gives pass-through businesses a valuable deduction

    Although the drop of the corporate tax rate from a top rate of 35% to a flat rate of 21%...

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    Income statement items warrant your auditor’s attention

    Today’s auditors spend significant time determining whether amounts claimed on the income statement capture the company’s financial performance during the...

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    Preserve wealth for yourself and your heirs using asset protection strategies

    There are many techniques you can use to protect your assets, from giving them to loved ones to placing them...

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    Making the right choice about your office space

    For many companies, there comes a time when owners must decide whether to renew a lease, move on to a...

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    The TCJA temporarily expands bonus depreciation

    The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) enhances some tax breaks for businesses while reducing or eliminating others. One break...

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    Tax Cuts and Jobs Act: Key provisions affecting estate planning

    The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (TCJA) is a sweeping revision of the tax code that alters federal...

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    New tax law provides more generous depreciation-related tax breaks

    If your business is buying new assets in 2018, you’ll be able to benefit in several ways under the new...

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    Find time for strategic planning

    As a business owner, you know that it’s easy to spend nearly every working hour on the multitude of day-to-day...

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    7 steps to choosing a successor for your family business

    There’s an old saying regarding family-owned businesses: “Shirtsleeves to shirtsleeves in three generations.” It means the first-generation owner started in...

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    Congress passes biggest tax bill since 1986

    On December 20, the House passed the reconciled tax reform bill, commonly called the “Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of...

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    House and Senate tax bills head to reconciliation

    Early in the morning on December 2, the U.S. Senate passed its version of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act...

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    Make New Year’s resolutions to improve profitability

    Many people scoff at New Year’s resolutions. It’s no mystery why — these self-directed promises to visit the gym regularly...

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    Should you buy a business vehicle before year end?

    One way to reduce your 2017 tax bill is to buy a business vehicle before year end. But don’t make...

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    Consider how tax reform would affect your financial statements

    Tax reform legislation might be enacted before year end. If it is, companies following U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)...

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    Accrual-basis taxpayers: These year-end tips could save you tax

    With the possibility that tax law changes could go into effect next year that would significantly reduce income tax rates...

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    Getting around the $25 deduction limit for business gifts

    At this time of year, it’s common for businesses to make thank-you gifts to customers, clients, employees and other business...

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    Demystifying the audit process

    Independent auditors provide many benefits to business owners and management: They can help uncover errors in your financials, identify material...

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    Could an FSA offer the benefits flexibility you need?

    Business owners have to make tough choices when it comes to providing benefits to their employees. Many companies, especially newer...

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    Tax Reform – The Senate’s version

    The Senate’s version of a Tax Reform Bill has a similar frame, but some specific differences. As far as we...

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    Update your estate plan to reflect your second marriage

    If you’re in a second marriage or planning another trip down the aisle, it’s vital to review and revise (if...

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    2017 might be your last chance to hire veterans and claim a tax credit

    With Veterans Day on November 11, it’s an especially good time to think about the sacrifices veterans have made for...

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    House Tax Reform Bill- The beginning but maybe not the end

    Last week the House released their 429 page tax reform bill. The process to actual tax reform is long and...

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    The write stuff: A letter of instructions

    When you draft an estate plan, the centerpiece is your will or living trust. Such a document determines who gets...

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    Fortifying your business with enterprise risk management

    Hundreds of years ago, prosperous towns managed the various risks of foreign invaders, thieves and wild animals by fortifying their...

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    Research credit can offset a small business’s payroll taxes

    Does your small business engage in qualified research activities? If so, you may be eligible for a research tax credit...

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    Minimize inventory, services to make your financials shine

    Your business financials — where they stand currently and where they might be going next year — are incredibly important....

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    Weigh your options for cashing in on outstanding invoices

    How long will you take to collect the outstanding receivables that are reported on your balance sheet? Many companies take...

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    How to maximize deductions for business real estate

    Currently, a valuable income tax deduction related to real estate is for depreciation, but the depreciation period for such property...

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    A dynasty trust keeps on giving long into the future

    With a properly executed estate plan, your wealth can be enjoyed by your children and even their children. But did...

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    Valuation often affects succession plans in hard-to-see ways

    Any business owner developing a succession plan should rightfully assume that regular business valuations are a must. When envisioning the...

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    Which tax-advantaged health account should be part of your benefits package?

    On October 12, an executive order was signed that, among other things, seeks to expand Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRAs). HRAs...

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    How do your accounting estimates measure up?

    Today’s businesses face unprecedented uncertainty — from geopolitical risks and cyberthreats to tax and regulatory reforms. So, management’s historical means...

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    Who should own your life insurance policy?

    If you own life insurance policies at your death, the proceeds will be included in your taxable estate. Ownership is...

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    Accelerate your retirement savings with a cash balance plan

    Business owners may not be able to set aside as much as they’d like in tax-advantaged retirement plans. Typically, they’re...

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    Strong internal controls help reduce restatements

    A recent study has found that fewer public companies are reissuing financial statements due to errors or omissions, in large...

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    Critical connection: How costs impact pricing

    As we head toward year end, your company may be reviewing its business strategy for 2017 or devising plans for...

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    Timing strategies could become more powerful in 2017, depending on what happens with tax reform

    Projecting your business income and expenses for this year and next can allow you to time when you recognize income...

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    Bridging the divide with a mezzanine loan

    In their efforts to grow and succeed, many companies eventually reach the edge of a precipice. Across the divide lies...

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    2 ways spouse-owned businesses can reduce their self-employment tax bill

    If you own a profitable, unincorporated business with your spouse, you probably find the high self-employment (SE) tax bills burdensome....

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    How effectively do you manage risk?

    Businesses can’t eliminate risk, but they can manage it to maximize the entity’s economic return. A new framework aims to...

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    ABCs of HSAs: How an HSA can benefit your estate plan

    One health care arrangement that has been soaring in popularity in recent years has been the pairing of a high-deductible...

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    Should your business use per diem rates for travel reimbursement?

    Updated travel per diem rates go into effect October 1. To simplify recordkeeping, they can be used for reimbursement of...

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    Putting hedging strategies to work for your business

    The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) recently issued some targeted improvements to its guidance that could encourage more companies to...

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    Charitable giving pièce de résistance: Artwork donations

    Charitable giving is a key part of estate planning for many people. If you’re among them and own valuable works...

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    How profitable are your customers?

    “We love our customers!” Every business owner says it. But all customers aren’t created equal, and it’s in your strategic...

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    GAAP vs. tax-basis reporting: Choosing the right model for your business

    Virtually every business must file a tax return. So, some private companies issue tax-basis financial statements, rather than statements that...

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    Tax basis planning worth a look if estate taxes aren’t a threat

    For many people today, income tax planning offers far greater tax-saving opportunities than gift and estate tax planning. A record-high...

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    Tax planning critical when buying a business

    If you acquire a company, your to-do list will be long, which means you can’t devote all of your time...

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    Larger deduction might be available to businesses providing meals to their employees

    When businesses provide meals to their employees, generally their deduction is limited to 50%. But there are exceptions. One is...

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    Supplement your financial statements with timely flash reports

    Most companies prepare financial statements on a monthly or quarterly basis. Unfortunately, it usually takes between two and six weeks...

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    Ensuring a peaceful succession with a buy-sell agreement

    A buy-sell agreement is a critical component of succession planning for many businesses. It sets the terms and conditions under...

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    Could captive insurance reduce health care costs and save your business taxes?

    If your business offers health insurance benefits to employees, there’s a good chance you’ve seen a climb in premium costs...

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    Credit loss standard: The new CECL model

    A new accounting standard on credit losses goes into effect in 2020 for public companies and 2021 for private ones....

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    Powers of attorney: Springing vs. nonspringing

    Estate planning typically focuses on what happens to your assets when you die. But it’s equally important (some might say...

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    Put your audit in reverse to save sales and use tax

    It’s a safe bet that state tax authorities will let you know if you haven’t paid enough sales and use...

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    Close-up on cutoffs for reporting revenues and expenses

    Under U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), there are strict rules on when to recognize revenues and expenses. Here’s important...

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    Rev up retirement offerings with an NQDC plan

    Many business owners and executives would like to save more money for retirement than they’re allowed to sock away in...

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    Material participation key to deducting LLC and LLP losses

    If your business is a limited liability company (LLC) or a limited liability partnership (LLP), you know that these structures...

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    How external auditors can leverage your internal audit work

    Does your company have an internal audit function? If so, you may be able to use your internal audit team...

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    Use a noncharitable purpose trust to achieve a variety of goals

    Generally, trusts must have one or more human beneficiaries, but there’s an exception for certain “purpose” trusts. One type of...

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    4 tough questions to ask before expanding to a new location

    Is business going so well that you’re thinking about adding another location? If this is the case, congratulations! But before...

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    6 ways to control your unemployment tax costs

    Unemployment tax rates for employers vary from state to state. Your unemployment tax bill may be influenced by the number...

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    Private companies: Consider these financial reporting shortcuts

    For years, private companies and their stakeholders have complained that the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) catered too much to...

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    Don’t overlook tax apportionment when planning your estate

    If you expect your estate to have a significant estate tax liability at your death, be sure to include a...

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    Listening to your customers by tracking lost sales

    “Sorry, we don’t carry that item.” Or perhaps, “No, that’s not part of our service package.” How many times a...

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    ESOPs offer businesses tax and other benefits

    With an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), employee participants take part ownership of the business through a retirement savings arrangement....

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    We’ve got the lowdown on updated cash flow reporting guidance

    Cash flow statement reporting is a leading cause of company financial restatements. Do you know how to categorize items on...

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    The stretch IRA: A simple yet powerful estate planning tool

    The IRA’s value as a retirement planning tool is well known: IRA assets compound on a tax-deferred (or, in the...

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    Does your business have too much cash?

    From the time a business opens its doors, the owner is told “cash is king.” It may seem to follow...

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    3 midyear tax planning strategies for business

    Tax reform has been a major topic of discussion in Washington, but it’s still unclear exactly what such legislation will...

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    Look beyond EBITDA

    Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) is commonly used to assess financial health and evaluate investment decisions. But...

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    ABLE accounts can benefit loved ones with special needs

    For families with disabled loved ones who are potentially eligible for means-tested government benefits such as Medicaid or Supplemental Security...

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    Make sure your company is prepared for any disaster

    What could stop your company from operating for a day, a month or a year? A flood or fire? Perhaps...

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    All fringe benefits aren’t created equal for tax purposes

    According to IRS Publication 5137, Fringe Benefit Guide, a fringe benefit is “a form of pay (including property, services, cash...

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    Less than 6 months until the new contract revenue guidance goes live!

    The sweeping new revenue recognition standard goes into effect soon. But many companies are behind on implementing it. Whether your...

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    Are you familiar with fraudulent transfer laws?

    A primary goal of your estate plan is to transfer wealth to your family according to your wishes and at...

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    Why business owners should regularly upgrade their accounting software

    Many business owners buy accounting software and, even if the installation goes well, eventually grow frustrated when they don’t get...

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    3 breaks for business charitable donations you may not know about

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    Close-up on restricted cash

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    Seasonal business? Optimize your operating cycle

    Every business has some degree of ups and downs during the year. But cash flow fluctuations are much more intense...

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    Pro forma compilations look at how an alternative course of action would have affected financials

    The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) has clarified its guidance on pro forma compilations. Here’s an explanation of...

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    Is now the time for a charitable lead trust?

    Families who wish to give to charity while minimizing gift and estate taxes should consider a charitable lead trust (CLT)....

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    Dot the “i’s” and cross the “t’s” on loans between your business and its owners

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