Mon.Jan 02, 2023

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Sold Stock Before Year-End? Watch Out for the Wash Sale Rule

RogerRossmeisl

If you sold stock shares at a loss at the end of 2022 to offset gains that you’ve realized during 2022, it’s important to watch out for the “wash sale” rule. The loss could be disallowed Under this rule, if you sell stock or securities for a loss and buy substantially identical stock or securities back within the 30-day period before or after the sale date, the loss can’t be claimed for tax purposes.

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New year tax resolution – resolve your tax problem today

MyIRSRelief

Types of IRS tax problems and how to resolve them. There are many types of IRS tax problems that individuals and businesses may encounter. Some common tax problems include: Failing to file a tax return: If you fail to file a tax return (1040, 1120, 1065, 941, etc.), you may be subject to penalties and interest on failure to file and on any unpaid taxes.

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How Business Valuators Estimate the DLOM in a Volatile Market

RogerRossmeisl

When valuing a business, recent market volatility may well translate into higher discounts for lack of marketability (DLOM) because investors generally will pay less for illiquid, risky investments. However, there’s a silver lining to economic uncertainty: It provides an opportunity for wealthy individuals to gift private business interests at significant discounts, potentially saving a substantial amount in taxes.

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Your 4-Step Plan for Assessing Your Tech Options

Intuitive Accountant

If you're still reassessing your tech alternatives after attending 'QB Connect,' Powerful Accounting's Dawn Brolin offers some tips to help give you clarity and confidence before making a move to change up your tech stack.

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Elevating Accounting Practices: The Power of Outsourcing and Automation in the Digital Age

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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Save for Retirement by Getting the Most Out of Your 401(k) Plan

RogerRossmeisl

Socking away money in a tax-advantaged retirement plan can help you reduce taxes and help secure a comfortable retirement. If your employer offers a 401(k) or Roth 401(k), contributing to the plan is a smart way to build a substantial nest egg. If you’re not already contributing the maximum allowed, consider increasing your contribution. Because of tax-deferred compounding (tax-free in the case of Roth accounts), boosting contributions can have a major impact on the amount of money you’ll have i

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CalCPA BUZZ: Join the Legislative Summit

CalCPA

At the end of January, CalCPA’s advocacy team will host a Legislative Summit to bring CalCPA and public policy leaders together to discuss. The post CalCPA BUZZ: Join the Legislative Summit appeared first on Hot Topics.

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Business Mileage Deduction 101

Patriot Software

Miles spent driving to meet clients, going to an office supply store, and depositing a customer’s check at the bank can add up. If you use a vehicle for small business purposes, you might qualify for a business mileage deduction from the IRS. You might be thinking that a business mileage deduction is only going […] Read More.

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How AI and Machine Learning Help Fight Fraud

RogerRossmeisl

The biannual Association of Certified Fraud Examiners “Report to the Nations” has repeatedly concluded that the longer fraud schemes remain undetected, the greater the losses for the victimized organizations. According to the 2022 report, the average fraud lasts 12 months and leads to a median loss of $117,000. But schemes that last 25 to 36 months result in a median loss of $300,000, and if fraudsters are able to conceal their theft for five years, the median loss rises to $800,000.

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The 22 Most Read Articles from Our Archives During 2022

Intuitive Accountant

Murph has gone through the stats and wants to share the 22 most read articles from our archives during 2022.

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Monday Morning Accounting News Brief: Welcome to ’23; Deloitte Gets Chilly; Stop B*tching About Busy Season! | 1.2.23

Going Concern

Welcome to 2023! You made it! So happy to see you. Let’s see if anything happened while I was gone last week. … Wow, nothin’ huh? Alright, this news brief is going to be extra brief I guess. Deloitte has lowered its UK office temperatures by 2 degrees Celsius (35.6 degrees F) to cut costs and carbon emissions, this is expected to save £75,000 in December.

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How to Build the Ideal HR Team

HR doesn’t exist in a vacuum. This work impacts everyone: from the C-Suite to your newest hire. It also drives results. Learn how to make it all happen in Paycor’s latest guide.

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The 22 Most Read Articles from Our 2022 Archives

Intuitive Accountant

Murph has gone through stats and wants to share 22 most read articles last year in the Insightful Accountant archives.

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When is a 401(k) Plan Audit Required?

Anders CPA

To ensure the new year begins on the right foot, there are several activities that Plan Sponsors should get started on. Conducting a review to determine whether your Plan needs an audit for the past year is the first step of wrapping up the previous year while looking ahead. Completing this straightforward yet crucial step early ensures you’ll be able to locate an auditor who can complete the audit on time, saving you undue stress as important deadlines loom.

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IRS Issues Last Minute TIN Relief for Non-US Banks

Intuitive Accountant

The IRS has issued another last minute pronouncement—this one just before year's end. The relief involves 'temporary US Taxpayer Identification Numbers' for non-US banks with American citizen account holders not reporting their US TINs.

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Patriot Recognized as Top Small Business Payroll Software by Software Advice

Patriot Software

Canton, OH Patriot Software, a leading accounting software and payroll software provider, has been named a FrontRunner for Top Small Business Payroll Software by Software Advice. Software Advice helps businesses navigate the software-buying journey. Software Advice’s latest FrontRunners report evaluates user reviews and positions the top-scoring products based on their usability and customer satisfaction ratings […] Read More.

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Planning Your Restaurant's Path to Profitability

Speaker: James Kahler, COO of Full Course

Ever wondered where to splurge and where to safely conserve when it comes to operating and growing your restaurant? 🤔 Join James Kahler, COO of Full Course and industry visionary, in this new webinar where he'll talk all about best practices to invest in your restaurant's success! Whether you're a new business or an established restaurant, a seasoned pro or a rookie, you'll learn the keys to sustainable success in this competitive industry.

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Dr. Paris Love on Why Being Busy Keeps You From Being Productive

Intuitive Accountant

The CEO of the Paris Love Productivity Institute sits down with Insightful Accountant Publisher Gary DeHart to discuss, among other things, why setting boundaries within your business is important.

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Square Virtual Terminal: 6 Square Terminal Alternatives for Your E-commerce Business

Snyder

Congrats! You’ve finally set up your online store (are just about to do it) and are ready to receive your first sales dollars. As a responsible business owner, now you’re wondering how to choose an e-commerce payment gateway. Square Virtual Terminal is a great option for businesses looking to accept credit card payments, but there are several other options for business owners to consider.

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Art of Accounting: Nine predictions for the future

Accounting Today

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QBO Monday Minute: Success Strategies for Desktop Migration

Intuitive Accountant

To help kick off the New Year, Liz Scott explains why Quickbooks Online Advanced provides all the tools you need.

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How Automation is Driving Efficiency Through the Last Mile of Reporting

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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The economic forecast for accountants

Accounting Today

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How to Successfully Negotiate Effective Tax Administration Cases

Canopy Accounting

What is Effective Tax Administration?

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FASB Took It Easy in 2022

Going Concern

While the PCAOB has been on a mission to scare the pants off of auditors everywhere in the past year with record fines and scary speeches, the Financial Accounting Standards Board took a much more chill approach to 2022. A Thomson Reuters piece published last week informs us that FASB ended the year having issued a measly six accounting standard updates — a notable decrease from the five years prior — “much to the glee of the accounting profession.” In 2021, the board iss