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Decoding the Difference: Tax Planning vs. Advisory

CPA Practice

It’s taking the focus solely off of shrinking the tax bill to create proactive conservations where the client begins to say, “Let me talk to my accountant first.” Prior to forming ASE Group, Al-Nesha successfully managed teams with Ernst & Young and Prudential Financial in audit, assurance, and financial reporting roles.

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Beyond tax season: creating revenue stability year-round

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Tax season is a critically busy time of the year for accountants, and we all know the stress that can come with such a high demand for services during that part of the year. But for some tax and accounting firms, the high volume of clients from January to April represents the majority of their business for the year.

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10 Ways to Help Gen X Clients Prepare for Retirement

CPA Practice

Add the retirement conversation to your advisory agenda : Often, clients don’t know what to expect from their accountant or an advisory relationship. Advise your client throughout the year on strategies such as estimated tax payments, early withdrawals from retirement accounts, and the max income limits to qualify to contribute to a Roth IRA.