Got a “Business” Idea? You Might Want to Form a Nonprofit
Do you have an idea for a new venture with social benefits or environmental applications? You can set up as a for-profit entity — such as a C corporation, S corporation or limited liability company Read More
May 08, 2023
Got Fraud? Call a Forensic Accountant
Fraud perpetrated by employees, management, vendors or customers can happen to any business. And if it does, it can take years to recover from the financial losses and reputational damage. In some cases — especially Read More
May 08, 2023
Resist Purging After Filing Your 2022 Tax Return
The statute of limitations for the IRS to audit your tax return is typically three years. It begins on the later of: 1) the due date for your tax return or 2) the date on Read More
Apr 27, 2023
How External Auditors Can Leverage Your Internal Audit Work
If your organization has an internal audit function, you may be able to use your internal audit team to streamline financial reporting by external auditors. External auditors aren't required to use internal auditors in any Read More
Apr 26, 2023
New SECURE 2.0 Act Boosts 401(k) Benefits
The 401(k) plan is the most popular employer-sponsored retirement plan in the United States. As of September 30, 2022, more than $6.3 trillion in assets were held in 401(k) accounts by more than 60 million Read More
Apr 25, 2023
Measuring Fair Value for Financial Reporting Purposes
Fair market value is the appropriate standard of value in most business valuation assignments. But when valuing an asset for financial reporting purposes, fair value is generally used. Here's an overview of what fair value Read More
Apr 12, 2023
IRS Issues Guidance for Manufacturers on New Semiconductor Tax Credit
The IRS has released proposed regulations that provide guidance for manufacturers on the implementation of the Advanced Manufacturing Investment Credit. The credit, created by the Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors (CHIPS) Act, encourages manufacturers Read More
Apr 12, 2023
Supreme Court Rejects Claim for Exemption from Overtime Pay
Employers and employees are often at odds over the issue of overtime pay. Naturally, employers are inclined to argue that an employee isn't entitled to overtime pay when it would boost the overall compensation that Read More
Apr 11, 2023
Beefing Up Benefits May Save Tax Dollars for Construction Businesses
Construction companies continue to find themselves embroiled in a protracted battle for skilled labor. One fundamental way to recruit the best talent and retain valued employees is by offering competitive compensation and benefits. Let's focus Read More
Apr 10, 2023
Understanding Business Valuation & Finding the Right Buyer
For growth-minded business owners, a valuation is one of the most important financial tools available as it will help you understand what someone might be willing to pay for your business. Here’s a look at Read More
Mar 30, 2023