RogerRossmeisl

JULY 30, 2021

If you’re a parent with a college-bound child, you may be concerned about being able to fund future tuition and other higher education costs. You want to take maximum advantage of tax benefits to minimize your expenses. Here are some possible options. Savings bonds Series EE U.S. savings bonds offer two tax-saving opportunities for eligible families when used to finance college: You don’t have to report the interest on the bonds for federal tax purposes until the bonds are cashed in, and Interes

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MyIRSRelief

JULY 12, 2021

Each year, many individual and business taxpayers end up owing the IRS hundreds of thousands of dollars due to not filing their taxes by the deadline or under paying them. If you have experienced back tax debt, you need to find a reliable and experienced professional who offers tax debt relief services to assist you in getting caught back up and on track as quickly as possible.

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BurklandAssociates

JULY 28, 2021

Crowdfunding allows large numbers of people to contribute relatively small amounts of money through the Internet to a given project, cause, or new business venture. Crowdfunding is a powerful form Read More. The post What Is Crowdfunding? appeared first on Burkland.

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TaxConnex

JULY 29, 2021

Sales tax is complex for any business selling into multiple states. But there are specific states and jurisdictions that make it extra confusing for those trying to maintain compliance. One such location is Chicago, Illinois. Chicago is a home rule city and taxes several items that are not taxable at the state level. One example is Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) which is not taxable at the state level but is taxable within the City of Chicago.

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Speaker: Nancy Wu, Head of Sales and Customer Success at SkyStem

Join us for an enlightening webinar as we delve into the transformative realm of modern accounting practices. In today's digital age, the convergence of outsourcing and automation has revolutionized how businesses manage their financial operations. In this webinar we will explore the synergistic potential of these two strategies to streamline processes, enhance accuracy, save cost and drive strategic decision-making.

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PANALITIX

JULY 21, 2021

RESOURCES / ARTICLES. Random sales statistics, little nudges. Sometimes the biggest value of a “statistic” you happen upon is that it challenges you to think for a bit. Maybe think differently for a bit. This can be the beginning of a new habit that leads to a shift in the way you work – for the better! I came upon some “sales” statistics* on the interweb (so we know they’re legit).

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Patriot Software

JULY 26, 2021

When an employee leaves your business, you must follow an employee termination checklist. One of your employer responsibilities is giving terminated employees their final pay. But, how soon do you need to pay it out? Cue final paycheck laws by state. Read on to learn about (and comply with) final paycheck laws. General rules for […] READ MORE.

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Withum

JULY 21, 2021

The East Brunswick Public Library sponsored my presentation last week about Money $ecrets of the Rich and Famous and I had a slide with 10 bullet points that seemed to provide a clue to what the wealthy do, and so should most people, so am including it here with some added comments.

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BurklandAssociates

JULY 13, 2021

By now you have probably heard of the 2018 U.S. Supreme Court ruling in South Dakota v. Wayfair (“Wayfair”), which granted all 50 states the ability to reach out to Read More. The post Sales Tax on SaaS: A Checklist & State-By-State Guide for Startups appeared first on Burkland.

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TaxConnex

JULY 13, 2021

We are very excited to announce the launch of our newly designed website. Visit us at www.taxconnex.com to check it out! After several months of hard work and dedication, we are delighted to officially announce the launch of our newly designed website. We wanted to make the new website faster, easier to navigate, and more informative , and we believe this new site achieves all these things!

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PANALITIX

JULY 20, 2021

RESOURCES / ARTICLES. Random sales statistics, little nudges. Sometimes the biggest value of a “statistic” you happen upon is that it challenges you to think for a bit. Maybe think differently for a bit. This can be the beginning of a new habit that leads to a shift in the way you work – for the better! I came upon some “sales” statistics* on the interweb (so we know they’re legit).

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Patriot Software

JULY 26, 2021

Deciding whether you want to provide paid time off (PTO) is something you need to do before you hire an employee. Offering PTO also requires you to craft a policy that explains how your business treats accrued time off. But, PTO payout laws by state may restrict whether you can establish a use-it-or-lose-it policy. Sure, […] READ MORE.

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RogerRossmeisl

JULY 27, 2021

Here are some of the key tax-related deadlines affecting businesses and other employers during the third quarter of 2021. Keep in mind that this list isn’t all-inclusive, so there may be additional deadlines that apply to you. Contact us to ensure you’re meeting all applicable deadlines and to learn more about the filing requirements. Monday, August 2 Employers report income tax withholding and FICA taxes for second quarter 2021 (Form 941) and pay any tax due.

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AccountingDepartment

JULY 24, 2021

If you have a cash shortage with your business, it is important to have a strategic plan to survive and reverse the shortage. If you don't have a plan in place, you could find yourself falling short on money for expenses like payroll. In order to prevent a cash flow shortage , you need to take action ahead of time. Here are a few steps you can take to prevent or survive a cash shortage flow.

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BurklandAssociates

JULY 20, 2021

Welcome to the first in a series of articles examining areas of due diligence that can delay or derail transactions, and leave startup founders red-faced right when they want to Read More. The post Would My Startup Survive Due Diligence? Part 1: Sales Tax appeared first on Burkland.

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Speaker: James Kahler, COO of Full Course

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TaxConnex

JULY 27, 2021

An exemption certificate is used to exempt an otherwise taxable transaction from sales tax. The most common exemption certificate is a resale exemption certificate (aka a resale certificate). In the absence of a valid resale certificate, an auditor is likely to assume the transaction was taxable. As a result, it’s critical for the seller to maintain copies of these resale certificates in the event of an audit.

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MazumaBusinessAccounting

JULY 15, 2021

Running your own business is rewarding, but it can also be overwhelming. There are dozens of administrative tasks to keep tabs on besides your day-to-day work. I’ve been there, and I’ve felt that nagging feeling that I am letting something important slip through the cracks. That’s why I wanted to put together these tips to help you stay on top of your finances while growing a successful business. 1.

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GrowthForceBlog

JULY 16, 2021

7 min read. We've all been in meetings where no one contributes, no one takes anything away, and everyone leaves feeling a little less vibrant, having been drained of time and energy. This type of meeting is costly- and your bottom line takes the hit.

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RogerRossmeisl

JULY 27, 2021

If you’re claiming deductions for business meals or auto expenses, expect the IRS to closely review them. In some cases, taxpayers have incomplete documentation or try to create records months (or years) later. In doing so, they fail to meet the strict substantiation requirements set forth under tax law. Tax auditors are adept at rooting out inconsistencies, omissions and errors in taxpayers’ records, as illustrated by one recent U.S.

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Speaker: Jamie Eagan

As organizations strive for agility and efficiency, it's imperative for finance leaders to embrace innovative technologies and redefine traditional processes. Join us as we explore the pivotal role of digitalization and automation in reshaping what is commonly referred to as the “last mile of reporting”. We’ll deep-dive into why digitalization is no longer a choice, but a necessity for finance departments to stay competitive in a fast-paced environment touching on: 2024 trends for the Office of

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Withum

JULY 14, 2021

Most people I speak to have faint memories of last year’s stock market drop. The resulting increase created that memory lapse. Question: How did you feel when the market dropped?

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BurklandAssociates

JULY 6, 2021

Story name: Cities where small businesses have been impacted most by COVID-19 Story link: [link] Written by: Ellen Wulfhorst Ylenia Cancelli // Shutterstock Cities where small businesses have been impacted Read More. The post Cities Where Small Businesses Have Been Impacted Most by COVID-19 appeared first on Burkland.

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TaxConnex

JULY 22, 2021

For most businesses, sales tax is not a top priority. It probably doesn’t even make the top 5 list! But if not managed correctly, it can cause major headaches. Understanding the various aspects of your sales tax process is critical to minimize your risk and to keep your business on solid ground as it relates to sales tax. Now that we are three years post the Wayfair decision, and all states with a state-wide sales tax have enacted economic nexus laws, most businesses with a sales tax obligation

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MazumaBusinessAccounting

JULY 29, 2021

Are you looking to build your business? As small business owners, it is easy to get distracted by the length of our to-do list and lose sight of the important factors that drive our business’ success. It’s also easy to ignore financial reports when we don’t know how to translate the numbers on the report into key insights about the health and value of our business.

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ThomsonReuters

JULY 29, 2021

QUESTION: A few participants in our company’s health FSA told us that their doctors have started charging patients a monthly fee that is payable whether or not the patients visit the office. There is no additional charge for actual office visits. Can our health FSA reimburse this fee? ANSWER: Generally, fees of this type are not reimbursable. In our view, such fees are like insurance because they are payable whether or not medical care is provided.

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RogerRossmeisl

JULY 27, 2021

If you’re getting ready to retire, you’ll soon experience changes in your lifestyle and income sources that may have numerous tax implications. Here’s a brief rundown of four tax and financial issues you may deal with when you retire: Taking required minimum distributions This is the minimum amount you must withdraw from your retirement accounts. You generally must start taking withdrawals from your IRA, SEP, SIMPLE and other retirement plan accounts when you reach age 72 (70½ before January 1,

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Withum

JULY 28, 2021

A lot of people set retirement goals many years in the future. Some are fortunate to reach it and some not so fortunate. Here is a plan, or a template, for those that could tell that they are not going to attain their goals.

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CTP

JULY 27, 2021

California Prop 19, also known as “The Home Protection for Seniors, Severely Disabled, Families, and Victims of Wildfire or Natural Disasters Act,” went into effect on February 16, 2021. This blog will review the three classes of people who can benefit from this legislation, as well as the strict limitations it introduces to parent-to-child property […].

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TaxConnex

JULY 6, 2021

Missouri has officially become the last state with a state-wide sales tax to enact economic nexus. T he Show Me State follows on the heels of Florida , where economic nexus kicked in as of July 1 for remote sellers and marketplace facilitators. Missouri Gov. Mike Parson has signed SB153 (combined with SB97) into law, allowing Missouri and local jurisdictions to collect use tax and, proponents say, help protect local brick-and-mortar businesses.?.

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CapataCPA

JULY 22, 2021

Advance Child Tax Credit information: What you need to know The IRS created a Child Tax Credit Update Portal, it is a password-protected tool available to everyone with internet access from any device. You may check on your eligibility, payment status, or unenroll from this benefit. If you have an existing IRS account, you may use. The post Advance Child Tax Credit appeared first on CPA firm in Orange County, CA | CAPATA.

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ThomsonReuters

JULY 29, 2021

IRS Notice 2021-46 (July 26, 2021). Available at [link]. The IRS has issued additional Q&A guidance on the COBRA premium assistance provisions of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA). Under ARPA, a 100% COBRA premium subsidy and additional COBRA enrollment rights are available to certain assistance eligible individuals (AEIs) during the period beginning on April 1, 2021, and ending on September 30, 2021 (the “Subsidy Period”) (see our Checkpoint article ).

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RogerRossmeisl

JULY 20, 2021

Compiled annually, the “Dirty Dozen” lists a variety of common scams that taxpayers may encounter anytime but many of these schemes peak during filing season as people prepare their returns or hire someone to help with their taxes. On 6/28/21 the Internal Revenue Service, via IR 2021-135, began its “Dirty Dozen” list for 2021 with a warning for taxpayers, tax professionals and financial institutions to be on the lookout for these 12 nefarious schemes and scams.

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