BurklandAssociates
APRIL 12, 2021
SPACs are everywhere. But what exactly are they? And is a SPAC the best funding vehicle for your startup? The post To SPAC or Not To SPAC, That is the Question appeared first on Burkland.
RogerRossmeisl
APRIL 14, 2021
When Anna, the CEO of a small manufacturing company, received an anonymous report about fraud in the accounting department, she wasn’t sure how to act. After all, the complaint could be accurate, but there was also a chance that it wasn’t. She called her company’s attorney, who recommended a forensic accountant to investigate. He also suggested that she perform some preliminary interviews to gather facts — but to be careful not to interrogate employees.
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DuctTapeMarketing
APRIL 13, 2021
6 Simple Ways to Get Your Customers Talking written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing. Word of mouth marketing is considered by many to be the most desired form of marketing. The trust, referrals, and overall brand-building buzz that’s garnered by customers spreading the good word to prospects are worth its weight in gold. Some products, services, and experiences naturally produce chatter, but there are certain things that any company can do to stimulate word of mouth and cash in
PANALITIX
APRIL 15, 2021
RESOURCES / ARTICLES. Proposals with. Less Pain and More Gain. Many firms struggle with creating and sending proposals efficiently. Moreover, the final product is often an underwhelming-looking, intimidating, lengthy text document. Panalitix offers a complete solution to improve both the proposal generation process as well as the user experience for your clients.
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.
TaxConnex
APRIL 15, 2021
The United States has possibly the world’s most complex sales tax regime. This is because each state sets its own sales tax rules, and states often take widely varying approaches. As a result, each state has a different tax framework, with varying rules around everything from tax liability and tax rates to exemption categories and reporting requirements.
RogerRossmeisl
APRIL 13, 2021
If you have a life insurance policy, you may want to ensure that the benefits your family will receive after your death won’t be included in your estate. That way, the benefits won’t be subject to federal estate tax. Current exemption amounts For 2021, the federal estate and gift tax exemption is $11.7 million ($23.4 million for married couples). That’s generous by historical standards but in 2026, the exemption is set to fall to about $6 million ($12 million for married couples) after inflation
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CTP
APRIL 15, 2021
There have been so many tax changes this year! As you might expect, it is difficult to cover them all. We’ll try to highlight a handful of changes that we think will be most relevant to you as a tax professional. We’ll skip over the changes that are compliance-related, and focus on the provisions from […]. The post 2020 Tax Update for the Tax Planner – Part 1 appeared first on certifiedtaxcoach. 2020 Tax Update for the Tax Planner – Part 1 was first posted on April 15, 2021 at
xendoo
APRIL 14, 2021
Editor’s Note: This post was originally published in February 2017 and has been revamped and updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness. . Cash flow is a measure of your business’s liquidity and ability to pay its debts from sales revenue. Cash flow management can be one of the most challenging aspects of being an online business owner. Your business can be profitable but still have a negative cash flow because profit calculation takes into account assets like inventory that you can’t use
MazumaBusinessAccounting
APRIL 10, 2021
It can be tempting to cut corners when laying the foundation of your business. Most new business owners try to pinch pennies where they can—even in areas they shouldn’t. For almost all businesses, making money is a priority, but how you manage that money is equally important. When you try to manage the accounting and bookkeeping for your business yourself, you may run into trouble.
Patriot Software
APRIL 14, 2021
When you hire an employee, you need to have them fill out new hire paperwork. One form you must have new employees fill out and keep in your records is Form W-4. So, what is a W-4 form? What is the purpose of Form W-4? Read on to find out the answers to these W-4 […] READ MORE.
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CTP
APRIL 10, 2021
This post is focused on timing. Why is timing so important? From a tax-saving standpoint, not every dollar of deduction is worth the same amount every year. The savings depend on the taxpayer’s rate at the time the deduction is taken. For example, let’s say that you run a restaurant and your business was really […]. The post New Rules on “Covered Period” – Why is timing so important?
ThomsonReuters
APRIL 15, 2021
Business needs are changing, requiring companies to seek new strategic capabilities. Tax and accounting firms are uniquely positioned to be strategic advisors and service providers for their clients—but CPA firms must evolve, too. Modern businesses face unique challenges when trying to grow and stay competitive in a rapidly changing business environment.
xendoo
APRIL 14, 2021
Editor’s Note: This post was originally published in October 2017 and has been updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness. As we’ve seen, there are a ton of fantastic, low-cost franchise opportunities out there that will give you a lot of advantages in starting up your new business. As a franchisee, you’ll still have the independence of owning your own business and being your own boss, but you’ll gain the name recognition, volume pricing agreements, and support services of an established b
GrowthForceBlog
APRIL 14, 2021
8 min read. As any Nonprofit Executive Director knows, an effective board and your organization’s success go hand in hand.
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.
Withum
APRIL 12, 2021
Anyone in the stock market has to be feeling great with the major indexes near all-time highs, assuming you have a reasonably diversified portfolio. So, I feel this is a good time to inject some perspective.
CTP
APRIL 12, 2021
Good news on forgivable expenses! There is a lot more that is eligible for forgiveness, and not just for new loans. The expanded categories apply retroactively to initial loans, as long as the taxpayer (the borrower) has not already applied for forgiveness. Let’s start with payroll costs. Under the old rule, we had a ratio […]. The post Forgivable Expenses appeared first on certifiedtaxcoach.
MazumaBusinessAccounting
APRIL 16, 2021
As a business owner, it can be easy to see dollar signs on things that aren’t actually going to drive revenue for your business. Identifying the markets that are going to be lucrative for your business will help you to define your niche and—more importantly—nail it. It’s tempting to try to reach every customer who could possibly be interested in your products, but taking the time to find your perfect fit will help you to iron out your offering and help your business to be more scalable.
AccountingDepartment
APRIL 12, 2021
During the Vistage Executive Summit in Austin, TX, virtual workplaces were a common theme with the presenting speakers. Anne Petrik of Vistage Worldwide presented us with some statistics on whether a polled group of CEOs plan to be fully remote, hybrid, or in-person for the remainder of the year.
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
Withum
APRIL 14, 2021
My previous blog suggested that new ways of investing are needed to be considered because of the very low-interest rates. Here is a continuation of that discussion.
GrowthForceBlog
APRIL 12, 2021
8 min read. There isn’t a school or MBA program you can attend that will adequately prepare you enough for all of the responsibilities of being a business owner.
KROST
APRIL 13, 2021
If you have not looked into Employee Retention Tax Credits, then you need to reach out to your relationship manager or contact us right away to see if you qualify. It is worth a quick assessment. We can help you claim the credit and receive cash refunds up to $5,000 per employee in 2020 and up to $7,000 per employee per quarter in 2021. ERTC is a federal benefit that was originally established as part of the CARES Act in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, but has since been amended to offer addi
LyfeAccounting
APRIL 15, 2021
We have an exciting update for you about the EIDL loan that you don’t want to miss. Action is required so please read until the end. We’re not going to waste any more time so let’s get right into it. EIDL Loan Increase Amount. The SBA just expanded the EIDL loan in two major ways: 1. First, the max loan amount was increased from a $150,00 max loan amount to a max loan amount of $500,000.
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AccountingDepartment
APRIL 15, 2021
Budgeting is essential for operating a successful business. While learning the ins and outs of creating a working budget may seem intimidating, it doesn't have to be. Budgets are simply informed estimates about how much your organization will bring in through sales and other activities, and how much you expect to spend during a predetermined period.
ThomsonReuters
APRIL 15, 2021
QUESTION: We will be using a third-party preparer and approved third-party software to submit our Form 5500 under the DOL’s EFAST-2 electronic filing system. As the plan administrator, do we need to obtain electronic credentials? ANSWER: Plan administrators must obtain electronic credentials for Form 5500 filing unless they decide to use the e-signature option (described below).
KROST
APRIL 13, 2021
Jean Hagan (Principal, Restaurant / Business Management) and Paren Knadjian (Practice Leader, M&A and Capital Markets) are hosting a complimentary webinar on The Restaurant Revitalization Fund. Join us for the details of the new Restaurant Revitalization Fund including eligibility, use of funds, calculation of funding amounts, how to apply and what documentation is required.
FraudFiles
APRIL 15, 2021
Tracy talks about the definition of fraud, and the four legal elements that are generally required. Laws vary from state to state, so you can see some variation here, but this is the “textbook” definition. The elements of fraud include: intentional misrepresentation, knowledge of the falsehood, reliance on the fact, and damage as a result.
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LyfeAccounting
APRIL 13, 2021
The SEP IRA allows business owners to deduct up to $58,000 and put that money towards retirement. This is thousands of dollars more than the $6,000 contribution limit that a standard traditional or Roth IRA account allows you to deduct. So if you are self-employed, earning income, and NOT taking advantage of the SEP or Solo 401K, get ready to cut your tax liability and save more money for retirement.
ThomsonReuters
APRIL 15, 2021
Bartnett v. Abbott Labs., 2021 WL 428820 (N.D. Ill. 2021). A federal trial court has dismissed certain of a 401(k) plan participant’s claims stemming from an identity thief’s unauthorized withdrawal of $245,000 from her plan account. The thief had accessed the participant’s account through a website maintained by the plan’s TPA and added deposit information for a new bank account.
LSLCPAs
APRIL 14, 2021
You may have heard about ASC 842 Accounting for Leases. Perhaps it’s something you think you don’t need to deal with now because the requirement deadline is off in the future and taking care of it seems costly. Or, you might even be tempted to avoid lease accounting all together and have your CPA include. The post Accounting for operating leases is SIGNIFICANTLY changing: Are you ready?
xendoo
APRIL 14, 2021
It’s common for a business owner to want to save money on outsourcing bookkeeping services and do it themselves thinking, What can go wrong… it’s just data entry!?” But, it’s all too common to make novice mistakes that can cost you a lot of time and money. Plus, your financials become more complex as your business grows – more expenses, and ideally more income!
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"Offer payroll and do it yourself,” they said. “It’ll be fun!” Spoiler alert: It was not fun. Most CPA firms know that they need to offer payroll services to their clients or risk losing them to another firm that will. However, many don’t really want to. It is often time-consuming and complex due to changing tax laws and regulations, and with the growing staffing shortages, most just don’t have the resources.
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