Shay CPA

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

However, legislative changes enacted under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) of 2017 have altered the playing field. But for tax years beginning after December 31, 2021, the TCJA now requires R&D expenses to be capitalized and amortized over: 5 years for domestic research, and 15 years for foreign research.

accrual accounting

Going Concern

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

The PwC tax leaks saga that blew up in January 2023 has seen a revisitation of old debates about the accounting profession, management of conflicts of interest, government consultation with experts, breaking up or refashioning business structures, and defining what firms can do for audit clients. These firms saw median growth of less than 1%.

Delaware

CPA Practice

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Founded in 2017, BGA&F is a full-service accounting firm that provides a range of audit, accounting, tax, business planning, management consulting, and municipal services to organizations in such sectors as real estate, healthcare, hospitality, and manufacturing. Howe & Co.’s Howe & Co. Howe & Co.,”

Delaware

Accounting Today

AUGUST 7, 2025

Last year, the firm expanded in the mid-Atlantic region by adding Cover & Rossiter , a firm based in Wilmington, Delaware. In 2023, it added Howard LLP , a firm based in Dallas and Webber CPA , a forensic accounting and financial consulting firm in Rochester, New York. All rights reserved.

accountant

CPA Practice

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The Bonadio Group , a nationally ranked IPA Top 50 CPA firm and the largest independent provider of professional services in Upstate New York, will expand into the Mid-Atlantic region with today’s announcement that it will join with award-winning CPA advisory firm Cover & Rossiter (C&R).

CPA

CPA Practice

JULY 25, 2025

Section 1202 provides for a substantial exclusion of gain from federal income taxes when stockholders sell qualified small business stock (QSBS). [1] Additional information can be found on our QSBS & Tax Planning Services page. By Scott W. This article first appeared on the Frost Brown Todd website. Used with permission.]

income tax

Accounting Today

JULY 18, 2025

DELAWARE Herbein + Co. INDIANA The Indiana CPA Societys CPA Educational Foundation awarded $24,550 in 2025-26 college and CPA exam scholarships. All rights reserved. relocate offices; and more news from across the profession. relocate offices; and more news from across the profession.

Indiana

CPA Practice

OCTOBER 22, 2024

In this white paper, we break down the key federal payroll laws, explore important compliance insights, highlight the role of technology, and provide practical tips for maintaining compliance. federal payroll compliance is an ongoing process that requires vigilance and dedication.

payroll

Withum

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

In this release of Venture To Know we discuss structuring and the most common fund structures and entity types from a tax perspective. For tax purposes, all entities are generally classified as partnerships. Usually, LLCs are taxed as partnerships. Consequently, it becomes mandatory to file a partnership tax return.

Delaware

CPA Practice

JUNE 20, 2023

Variety (via TNS) Hunter Biden has been charged with illegally possessing a handgun in 2018 as well as two tax misdemeanors, for failing to file and pay taxes on time in 2017 and 2018, according to a court filing by the U.S. Attorney in Delaware. Clark, in a statement shared with Variety.

Delaware

Shay CPA

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Every corporation incorporated in the State of Delaware is required to file an Annual Franchise Tax Report and pay the associated franchise taxes. The purpose of this tax is to maintain the corporation’s good standing status within the state.

Delaware

CPA Practice

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

State and local taxes, also often referred to as SALT, are one of the most dynamic areas of tax practice, with thousands of jurisdictions across the U.S. imposing increases or newly-created taxes on real or other property. In response to the dismissal of the earlier state lawsuit, Apple Inc.

South Dakota

CPA Practice

AUGUST 25, 2024

Yet some states still haven’t clearly defined how sales and use tax applies to digital goods and services. To help you better understand digital products sales tax, this blog will explain: How do you define digital products for sales tax? How do you figure out sales tax on digital products by state?

West Virginia

CPA Practice

MARCH 21, 2024

Tax Court determined that the exception to net earnings from self-employment in Section 1402(a)(13) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, does not automatically apply to all limited partners in a state law limited partnership. Soroban GP challenged this increase in Tax Court. By Julie M. At the end of 2023, the U.S.

Tax

CPA Practice

FEBRUARY 11, 2023

After several days of requests by taxpayers, state agencies and the National Taxpayer Advocate , the Internal Revenue Service has provided clarifying the federal tax status involving special payments made by 21 states in 2022. Alaska is in this group as well, but please see below for more nuanced information.

Rhode Island

CPA Practice

APRIL 3, 2024

A new study by WalletHub revealed that residents of New York state are burdened by taxes the most among the 50 states, while Alaska residents have the lowest tax burden. The following are some key findings from WalletHub’s study: As previously stated, New York has the highest overall tax burden, while Alaska has the lowest.

Rhode Island

CPA Practice

MAY 3, 2023

Fernandez, Kiplinger Consumer News Service (TNS) For investors looking for a way to defer capital gains taxes when selling a real estate investment property, there are a variety of strategies to leverage depending on circumstances. Both of these strategies allow investors to defer capital gains taxes on the sale of their real estate.

Real Estate

CPA Practice

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Maine governor Janet Mills wanted to get rid of the red tape that separates many Down East nonprofits from sales tax exemptions. Which nonprofits are currently exempt from Maine sales tax? Such entities no longer need to pay the state sales tax on items purchased as part of their mission. What is a blanket exemption?

Maine

Anders CPA

MAY 23, 2023

Remote workers have become a staple of the workplace, but hiring out-of-state employees can lead to payroll tax complications. Multi-state payroll tax withholding done incorrectly can lead to penalties and interest for employers and create tax headaches for employees.

payroll tax

CPA Practice

APRIL 12, 2023

million people across the nation (state-by-state list below) have unclaimed refunds for tax year 2019 but face a July 17 deadline to submit their tax return. billion in refunds remain unclaimed because people haven’t filed their 2019 tax returns yet. The Internal Revenue Service says that nearly 1.5 The IRS estimates almost $1.5

Rhode Island

CPA Practice

APRIL 9, 2024

A new study by WalletHub revealed that residents of New York state are burdened by taxes the most among the 50 states, while Alaska residents have the lowest tax burden. The following are some key findings from WalletHub’s study: As previously stated, New York has the highest overall tax burden, while Alaska has the lowest.

Rhode Island

CPA Practice

APRIL 10, 2023

Still, whatever discomfort I experience when booking a room has nothing on what lodging platforms have to endure to comply with the multitude of lodging tax requirements in the United States. We talk a lot about how complicated sales tax compliance is at the Avalara Tax Desk, and it is. Sometimes you just have to go with it.

Tax

Shay CPA

JANUARY 17, 2024

The beginning of a new calendar year means every business owner needs to put some thought into tax filings. Beyond filing for your own company, you also have fast-approaching responsibilities pertaining to your employee’s taxes and their ability to file. A big change went into effect for your contractors for the 2023 tax year.

Delaware

CPA Practice

JUNE 23, 2023

Fernandez, Kiplinger Consumer News Service (TNS) In the context of a 1031 exchange, “boot” refers to the portion of a transaction that doesn’t meet the tax-free criteria and thus becomes subject to immediate capital gains tax. State-level taxes are possible as well, based on an investor’s location.

Delaware

CPA Practice

JUNE 26, 2023

on July 1, after the sixth largest accounting firm in the nation by revenue officially changes from its current partnership structure to a professional services corporation based in Delaware. Even though partnerships aren’t taxed, they must file a tax return each year unless the partnership has no income or expenses.

income tax

CPA Practice

JANUARY 11, 2024

Kavanagh joins CohnReznick as Assurance Partner CohnReznick LLP, one of the leading advisory, assurance, and tax firms in the United States, recently announced that Charles (Chuck) Kavanagh , CPA has joined the firm as an assurance partner. DeRose, CPA, CGMA, as its new Managing Director. LGA, LLP Welcomes Jeffrey S.

Delaware

Shay CPA

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Before you shut down your tech company, you need to take some final tax steps. . We’ve seen founders left holding the bag in resolving tax issues, even years after they thought they had closed their companies. Sales tax accounts. State franchise and income tax accounts. You’re not there yet, though. Workers’ compensation.

tax accountant

Shay CPA

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Don’t shoot the messenger: it’s time to do your taxes. Plus, getting things in order before you go to your accountant can streamline the process, helping you avoid extra expenses like troubleshooting services from your bookkeeper or rush-order billable hours with your CPA. Very few founders enjoy doing their taxes. for 2022.

Tax

Shay CPA

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

With remote work becoming more prevalent, especially in the tech industry, it’s crucial for businesses to understand the tax implications of having employees work from various locations. One such consideration is New York’s “Convenience of the Employer” rule, which impacts how nonresident employees are taxed.

Delaware

CPA Practice

JULY 8, 2024

Kowalsky Joins CohnReznick as Government and Public Sector Advisory Principal CohnReznick LLP, one of the leading advisory, assurance, and tax firms in the United States, recently announced that Ted Kowalsky is joining the firm as a Principal in its Government and Public Sector Advisory practice.

Delaware

Shay CPA

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Don’t shoot the messenger: it’s time to do your taxes. Plus, getting things in order before you go to your accountant can streamline the process, helping you avoid extra expenses like troubleshooting services from your bookkeeper or rush-order billable hours with your CPA. Very few founders enjoy doing their taxes. for 2024.

Tax

Withum

AUGUST 24, 2023

The choice of where to establish one’s residency prior to a liquidity event can have far-reaching implications regarding income taxes and personal financial goals. Make sure you are considering the type of income when implementing state income tax planning techniques. These states allow for easier and faster tax calculations.

income tax

Shay CPA

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Founders – check out our tips below that can save your Startup thousands of dollars in Income Taxes, Payroll Taxes, Sales Taxes, and foreign taxes. . R&D Tax Credits: Did you know that if your startup conducts R&D activities it can qualify for up to $500,000 in Payroll Tax Credits?

Tax

CPA Practice

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Incorporating at the End of the Year The primary advantage of incorporating before the end of the year is your clients can then take advantage of the tax benefits owning a corporation offers, including writing off the costs of incorporating on this year’s taxes.

Rhode Island

CPA Practice

MAY 17, 2023

The property tax life cycle is a complex beast, and taming it can be both frustrating and time-consuming. Did you know that businesses typically spend an average of 132 hours per week on various personal property tax compliance tasks ? These 12 states generate property tax revenue from real estate taxes instead.

South Dakota

KROST

MAY 11, 2021

This is a preview of one of the articles in the new KROST Quarterly Real Estate Issue , titled “There are several tax incentives available to the real estate industry. Whether you invest in, build, design, or make significant renovations to real estate, a closer look at these opportunities could increase cash flow and/or reduce tax burden.”

Real Estate

CPA Practice

OCTOBER 18, 2023

One crucial factor to consider when selecting your business location is the tax environment. Business taxes can significantly impact your bottom line and overall profitability. The importance of business taxes As an entrepreneur, you face countless decisions when starting a business.

business tax