BurklandAssociates
APRIL 20, 2021
Venture Debt is not for every startup Founder, but it should at least be considered, discussed and evaluated. Pretending venture debt does not exist is shutting one’s eyes to a Read More. The post Should I Consider Venture Debt? As a Startup Founder the Answer is YES appeared first on Burkland.
TaxConnex
APRIL 20, 2021
This time of year, everybody’s mind is on income tax preparation. And for many accountants and CPA firms, this time of year means extra-long hours and more time spent managing clients’ finances. The fact is, when it comes to many companies’ federal and state income tax returns, they don’t rely on an automated income tax return. They turn to experts.
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GrowthForceBlog
APRIL 22, 2021
9 min read. Calculators, number 2 pencils, green lamps, ledger books, and giant filing cabinets: what do these things have in common? They are relics from the past way businesses used to do accounting.
RogerRossmeisl
APRIL 17, 2021
As posted to Mike Frankovich’s YouTube Channel on 4/15/2021 (Run time: 8 min, 47 sec) If you’re like me, you have trouble understanding why California continues to make it so difficult to engage is what is one of the most quintessential of California pastimes. classic car ownership. Since the smog check exemption changed from a 30 year rolling average to a set, 1975 and older cut-off back on 4/1/2005 classic car enthusiasts owning post-1975 vehicles have tirelessly petitioned their e
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TaxConnex
APRIL 22, 2021
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed l egislation that impose s sales tax economic nexus on remote sellers on April 19, 2021. Economic nexus has finally passed in Florida! What does this mean for you and your business? The law – which Florida businesses have long awaited and which critics said will cost ordinary Floridians the expense of sales tax while benefiting businesses – also contain s Marketplace Provider (aka “m arketplace f acilitator ”) provisions that require platforms such as Amazon to c
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RogerRossmeisl
APRIL 17, 2021
The new American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) provides eligible families with an enhanced child and dependent care credit for 2021. This is the credit available for expenses a taxpayer pays for the care of qualifying children under the age of 13 so that the taxpayer can be gainfully employed. Note that a credit reduces your tax bill dollar for dollar which, in effect can make child care less expensive.
CTP
APRIL 17, 2021
This is our second posting on the topic, so please check out Thursday’s blog, if you missed it. 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 […]. The post 2020 Tax Update for the Tax Planner – Part 2 appeared first on certifiedtaxcoach. 2020 Tax Update for the Tax Planner – Part 2 was first posted on April 17, 2021 at 9:00 am. ©20
ThomsonReuters
APRIL 22, 2021
Meyer v. United Healthcare, 2021 WL 930258 (9th Cir. 2021). Available at [link]. A health plan participant brought state-law claims against the plan’s insurer, alleging the insurer engaged in deceptive practices, breached its contract, and committed fraud in handling his claim. After a federal trial court dismissed the case based on ERISA’s preemption of state-law claims, the participant appealed.
Speaker: Victor C. Barnes, CPA, MBA
In the climb from contributor to leader, the rules quietly change. But if you’re aiming for the summit, the air gets thinner, and what got you here won’t be enough to get you to the top. 🗻 What made you successful early in your finance career—technical accuracy, sharp analysis, flawless execution—won’t be what carries you to the next level. The higher you go, the more your effectiveness depends on how you connect, adapt, and communicate.
RogerRossmeisl
APRIL 17, 2021
The California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) has updated Publication 34 (Motor Vehicle Dealers), to include 2020 legislation that, effective 1/1/2021, imposes new reporting and payments requirements on certain used vehicle dealers. The new discussion, entitled “Used Vehicle Dealers” (in the section on “Motor Vehicle Sales”), provides in part that effective 1/1/2021, certain used vehicle dealers are required to pay sales tax on their retail sales of vehi
GrowthForceBlog
APRIL 20, 2021
9 min read. “One thing is certain in business. You and everyone around you will make mistakes. ”- Richard Branson.
ThomsonReuters
APRIL 23, 2021
Whether you’re looking to branch out and start your own firm, or you’re a current small firm owner, the idea of continuing to evolve and design your tax and accounting firm is a constant in your mind. In this next chapter of Small Talk with Heather Walker , I am once again joined by Paul Miller, Founder and Owner of Business by Design. Together, we discuss how Paul embraced a growth mindset in creating his own business, and how you can bring advisory processes into the foundation of your firm.
Speaker: Kim Beynon, CPA, CGMA, PMP
The most overlooked, yet most critical, element of transformation is preparing people for change. Automation and AI aren't just technical upgrades, they’re cultural shifts which can challenge identities. That’s why change management isn’t a side project—it’s the foundation. In finance, where precision and process rule, navigating change can feel especially disruptive.
AccountingDepartment
APRIL 17, 2021
With the ever-changing corporate climate, companies need to invest in the younger generations. Currently, over 40% of working individuals in the United States fall into the Millennial and Gen-Z categories. To quote Alex Chausovsky of ITR Economics, "Young people are the basis of consumption activity in the future. They are the creators of demand.". With the ongoing retirement of the Baby Boomer generation, there is an influx of Millennials and Gen-Z-ers completing schooling programs and flooding
xendoo
APRIL 23, 2021
Editor’s Note: This post was originally published in October 2017 and has been updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness. If you’re like most salon owners, the chances are good that you decided to start a hair salon because you love meeting new people and helping them feel more beautiful than when they walked in your front door. It’s only natural because everyone loves a rewarding job.
ThomsonReuters
APRIL 22, 2021
EBSA: Cybersecurity Program Best Practices; Tips for Hiring a Service Provider With Strong Cybersecurity Practices; Online Security Tips; News Release (Apr. 14, 2021). Best Practices. Hiring Tips. Online Tips. News Release. The DOL’s Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) has issued guidance identifying “best practices” to mitigate cybersecurity risks in the administration of ERISA-covered plans, along with advice on hiring retirement plan service providers and online security tips for
Speaker: Mark Gilham, FCCA, CPP
Finance used to be the function that counted, now it's the one that’s counted on. 📊 For accounting firms, controllers, and finance leaders, expectations are rising faster than headcount. Businesses want agile forecasts, granular analysis, seamless reporting, and smart automation—often without added resources while demanding uncompromised accuracy and compliance.
CTP
APRIL 23, 2021
Somewhere within your county, likely at this very moment, a Property Valuation Assessor (PVA) is determining the value of a specific piece of property. Who is your PVA? What is their role? And why does it matter? If you familiarize yourself with your local PVA, you can potentially realize significant property tax savings. Each county […]. The post Meet Your Local PVA!
Withum
APRIL 21, 2021
Warren Buffett is one of the most quoted and go-to people for his views about the stock market and is considered the world’s most successful investor. He has also been a fixture in the investing community for over fifty years. I will be presenting a free Zoom webinar next Thursday giving a peak into his personality and investing patterns.
MazumaBusinessAccounting
APRIL 20, 2021
We work with small business owners and entrepreneurs. Some are seasoned, others are just growing their side hustle. Their skills are varied and they have a wide variety of talents. We often get asked to explain the ins and outs of financial reports and have found that providing our favorite clients with a working knowledge of accounting terms is helpful.
AccountingDepartment
APRIL 23, 2021
It's generally unanimous that B2B CFO® Partners want to offer an option for their clients that is going to give them the greatest accuracy and most comprehensive accounting services when needed. As a B2B CFO® Partner, Guillermo Birmingham realized that his firm did not do accounting on a day-to-day basis, but at the same time had to rely on good accounting information to provide his clients a high level of financial management support.
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CTP
APRIL 21, 2021
Property tax is one of our country’s oldest taxes; it was even established prior to federal income tax. As far back as the founding of the United States of America, property taxes were assessed on colonists who were settling this country. Property tax is (and has been) one of the primary sources of revenue for […]. The post Real Property Tax Basics appeared first on certifiedtaxcoach.
MazumaBusinessAccounting
APRIL 19, 2021
Once you’ve ironed out your marketing message, you’ll want to decide what channels will work best to get your message to the right customers. As you consider each channel, think about where your audience “hangs out”. Does your audience spend a lot of time on social media? Does your audience read the newspaper or listen to the radio? Focus your marketing efforts on the channels that are most likely to grab your audience’s attention.
inDinero Tax Tips
APRIL 20, 2021
Incorporation is a critical legal matter that impacts more than your company’s tax responsibilities for doing business. From startups to public enterprises, your bottom line is affected by your state of incorporation’s corporate income tax, excise (sales and use) tax, sales tax , physical and economic nexus tax, franchise tax, and gross income tax. Historically, in the U.S., Delaware is considered The Place to establish your corporate entity.
Speaker: Cheryl J. Muldrew-McMurtry
Distributed finance teams are rewriting how the back-office runs, and attackers are taking notes. Disconnected workflows, process blind spots, and rising cyber threats are more than just growing pains—they’re liabilities. The challenge isn’t just going remote. It’s building resilient systems that protect accuracy, control, and speed across every transaction and touchpoint.
KROST
APRIL 20, 2021
Whether you are planning to sell your business now, in the next 5 years, or have no plan, Paren Knadjian, head of M&A and Capital Markets at KROST, will provide the roadmap to being prepared. Topics covered include: How exit planning fits with business strategy and personal financial planning. The six biggest myths about selling a business. Maximizing value.
Withum
APRIL 20, 2021
MazumaBusinessAccounting
APRIL 17, 2021
In our last post, we covered how to find your target audience. Now that you’ve defined your target audience, how do you talk to them in a way that makes them convert? . When thinking about your marketing strategy, it’s best to define a core message. Some refer to this an elevator pitch—a short blurb that explains what your business does, who your business is targeting, and why your business exists. .
AccountingDepartment
APRIL 22, 2021
To understand inventory assets , you first have to know what an inventory asset is. An inventory asset is a product that a business has to sell. And if a business is a manufacturer, all of the materials used to make that product are considered inventory. Inventory assets are found in the assets section of the business's balance sheets. How a company categorizes its inventory assets is dependent on whether it is a merchandising company or a manufacturer.
Speaker: Frank Taliano
Documents are the backbone of enterprise operations, but they are also a common source of inefficiency. From buried insights to manual handoffs, document-based workflows can quietly stall decision-making and drain resources. For large, complex organizations, legacy systems and siloed processes create friction that AI is uniquely positioned to resolve.
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