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4 Ways Small Business Owners Can Stay Tax Compliant

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The Details Matter . A crucial component of being a small business owner is meeting certain tax requirements in order to remain compliant in the eyes of the IRS. It can feel overwhelming to keep track of every rule and deadline, especially while juggling countless other business responsibilities day in and day out. . That is why the Xendoo team has created this guide to help business owners stay on top of their tax requirements, remain compliant throughout the year, and effortlessly maximize the

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DOL Announces Temporary Enforcement Policy on Group Health Plan Service Provider Fee Disclosures

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Field Assistance Bulletin No. 2021-03: Temporary Enforcement Policy Regarding Group Health Plan Service Provider Disclosures Under ERISA Section 408(b)(2)(B) (Dec. 30, 2021). FAB. News Release. The DOL has announced a temporary enforcement policy for fee disclosure requirements that apply to certain group health plan service arrangements. As background, ERISA’s prohibited transaction exemption for reasonable service provider arrangements was amended by the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (

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When Is The "Right Time" To Outsource?

AccountingDepartment

When it comes to outsourcing a business's accounting and bookkeeping, there is no wrong time. Every time is the right time because that just means the business will benefit from the advantages of working with an outsourced accounting and bookkeeping service provider sooner.

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Are Employees Taxed on Their Personal Use of Frequent Flyer Miles Earned by Business Travel?

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QUESTION: When our employees travel for business, they earn frequent flyer miles. Do we have to treat those miles as taxable if employees use them for personal reasons (e.g., to buy vacation travel)? ANSWER: Many employers allow their employees to make personal use of frequent flyer miles earned on business travel. This can be a significant benefit.

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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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2022 New Partner Announcement

DMCL

We’re excited to announce four new additions to our partnership effective January 1, 2022. From home grown talent to recent team additions, each of these individuals has demonstrated exceptional skills and leadership, and we’re excited to see them continue to grow in the next chapter of their careers. Please join us in congratulating Jay Park , John Yeum , Marcus Brandt and Travis Knapton !

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Supplemental Statement Emphasizes Limits of DOL’s 2020 Letter on Private Equity Investments

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U.S. Department of Labor Supplemental Statement on Private Equity in Defined Contribution Plan Designated Investment Alternatives (Dec. 21, 2021); DOL News Release 21-2132-NAT (Dec. 21, 2021). Statement. News Release. The DOL has issued a statement that supplements its 2020 information letter regarding designated investment alternatives with a private equity component (see our Checkpoint article ).

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Agencies Release 2021 Form 5500 Series With Instruction Changes Finalized by DOL

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2021 Form 5500, Schedules, and Instructions; Revision of Annual Information Return/Reports, 29 CFR Part 2520, 86 Fed. Reg. 73976 (Dec. 29, 2021). Form 5500 Series. Final Forms Revisions. News Release. The DOL, IRS, and PBGC have released informational copies of the 2021 Form 5500 series, including schedules and instructions. The 2021 instructions include certain changes that the DOL proposed in September 2021 (see our Checkpoint article ) and has now finalized.

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An Overview of the Budget vs. Actual Report Analysis Process

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IRS Announces Annual PCOR Fee Adjustment

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IRS Notice 2022-04 (Dec. 21, 2021). Available at [link]. The IRS has announced the annual increase in Patient-Centered Outcomes Research (PCOR) fees that must be paid by health insurers and self-insured health plan sponsors. PCOR fees were established by the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and are used to support clinical effectiveness research. Because the ACA provision included an expiration date, PCOR fees originally were collected only for plan years ending before October 1, 2019.

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Cannabis in 2022: What To Expect From the Federal Government

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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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IRS Announces Indexing Factor to Calculate No Surprises Act’s Qualifying Payment Amount for 2022

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Revenue Procedure 2022-11 (Dec. 28, 2021). Available at [link]. The IRS has issued Revenue Procedure 2022-11, which provides the indexing factor to be used by group health plans and insurers to calculate the qualifying payment amount (QPA) under the No Surprises Act for items or services provided on or after January 1, 2022, and before January 1, 2023.

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Communication Tip For Women

RitaKeller

“Brevity is the soul of wit.” – William Shakespeare. In the CPA profession, the main communication tool continues to be email. Males and females often have very different styles in writing emails (or correspondence, in general). Maybe you have noticed the following examples. Jane and Tom received an email from an attorney (Mike) about having a lunch meeting on Friday at noon at Local Cafe about the Jones account.

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