Tag: Business Advisory

The sale has been made, the customer has paid, yet the company receives no revenue. How can this happen? Accounts receivable fraud, commonly referred to as "lapping," occurs when an employee is entrusted with processing Read More

Many construction businesses reach a point in their growth when they decide to maintain inventories. They might keep on hand items such as building materials, supplies, personal protective equipment and tools. Maybe yours already does. Read More

Efficient inventory management can substantially improve your firm's performance by helping to maintain high customer service levels and reduce variable costs. But reinforcing inventory management isn't a one-time project. It's a constant concern for manufacturers. Read More

From the moment they launch their companies, business owners are urged to use key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor performance. And for good reason: When you drive a car, you’ve got to keep an eye Read More

Global merger and acquisition (M&A) volume is expected to surpass $4 trillion in 2025, the highest in four years, according to Reuters. Reasons for the anticipated surge include recent interest rate cuts by the Federal Read More

When businesses acquire real estate, they often title it under the company name. Although this might seem straightforward and logical, it's not always the best choice — particularly for properties expected to appreciate significantly in Read More

Ohio's Commercial Activity Tax (CAT) has undergone significant changes for 2024 and 2025, reducing the tax burden for many small businesses. Here's a brief update on the CAT tax changes:   Increased exclusion thresholds: 2024: Read More

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) was passed in 2021 and created a new mandate for beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) starting in 2024. This legislation aims to combat Read More

Work in process (WIP) is a common term in manufacturing, often tossed around loosely. WIP is sometimes used interchangeably with "work in progress." However, WIP has a specific meaning in an accounting context. While work Read More

Are the costs of holiday parties tax deductible? Despite a recent crackdown on business entertainment expense deductions, your company's holiday bash may still qualify for write-offs for the 2024 tax year. You might even be Read More