Accounting Today

JULY 24, 2025

EDT 6 Min Read Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email The not-so-great outdoors; spear itself; pain and gain; and other highlights of recent tax cases. From 2017 to 2022, Heaton, who pleaded guilty in February, underreported his income to the IRS. He underreported his taxable personal income, which resulted in his evading at least $1.9

Tax

CPA Practice

JULY 7, 2025

David Samayoa Alvarado (New York), a graduate of Ramapo College of New Jersey with a Bachelor of Science in accounting and a Bachelor of Science in finance, is employed with PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP in New York, NY. Property and Fiscal Office on accounting programs, financial systems, and operational business processes.

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CPA Practice

JULY 7, 2025

Grant Thornton Appoints Rick Surrett as CFO, Succeeding Longtime Leader Muhammad Bhayat Grant Thornton, one of America’s largest brands of professionals providing end-to-end audit, assurance, tax and advisory services, recently named Rick Surett as its new chief financial officer (CFO). © 2025 Firmworks, LLC.

North Carolina

Accounting Today

JUNE 9, 2025

As youve probably heard, theres a lot going on on the tax front in Washington, D.C., Its got a host of tax provisions and some other provisions that could affect their profession in it as well. But were just going to really talk about the tax provisions right now that affect that. All rights reserved. as we record this.

Washington

Accounting Today

JULY 21, 2025

EDT 6 Min Read Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Big rigged; fearsome foursome; NYPD blue; and other highlights of recent tax cases. Union City, Georgia: Truck driver Dantavious Jackson, 39, who operated a ghost tax prep business, has pleaded guilty to making claims for refunds of false pandemic-related employment tax credits.

Rhode Island

Withum

JULY 22, 2025

While the OBBBA does not directly amend state and local income tax laws, some of the new provisions impact state income taxes in states that use Federal Taxable Income or Adjusted Gross Income as the starting point for state corporate income and personal income taxes, respectively.

income tax

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 11, 2025

GEORGIA Shelly Carmichael Smith + Howard, Atlanta, launched two new tax practices: site selection + incentives, led by Shelly Carmichael, and state and local income tax consulting, led by Brandee Tilman. By Danielle Lee 6h ago Technology Tech news: Audit Sight releases Management Meeting Module Plus, Abacus announces $6.6

Oklahoma

Withum

JULY 9, 2025

On June 30, 2025, Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation to expand and strengthen the New Jersey Film and Digital Media Tax Credit Program, including an extension of the program for an additional 10 years through July 1, 2049. Film Tax Credit Program Credit Rates – 35% on wages and salaries for work performed in NJ.

New Jersey

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JULY 16, 2025

The bill includes a variety of tax items that will impact auto dealer business taxes, personal income taxes and estate and gift taxation. Business Tax Provisions Section 168(k) “Bonus” Depreciation The bill permanently extends 100% bonus depreciation for qualified property acquired after January 19, 2025.

Rhode Island

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

CPA Practice

JULY 17, 2025

New York, Nevada and Texas saw the largest unadjusted increases, while claims fell in Michigan, New Jersey and Tennessee. Leave a Reply Cancel reply Δ CPA Practice Advisor is the definitive technology and practice management resource for accounting and tax professionals. and Intel Corp. ©2025 Bloomberg L.P.

Technology

CPA Practice

MAY 10, 2023

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has signed a bill into law that makes it possible for New Jersey cannabis businesses to deduct some expenses on state tax returns by decoupling them from federal rules. By Jelani Gibson, nj.com – (via TNS). The measure was sponsored by state Sens.

New Jersey

CPA Practice

MAY 23, 2023

New Jersey’s top two state lawmakers gave an indication Monday that tax cuts — one proposed for seniors, another already planned for large corporations — are likely to be a big focus, and possibly spark a big fight, in the final weeks of state budget negotiations.

New Jersey

TaxConnex

MARCH 2, 2021

There’s always something changing in the world of tax, especially sales tax. The Sunshine State previously bet a lot on tourism revenue making up for not taxing internet sales – but the pandemic has wrecked that industry. Estimates reportedly said the tax will generate up to $250 million but opponents promise legal challenges.

Sales

Withum

JULY 28, 2023

Enacted on July 21, 2023, New Jersey A4694 creates a “Convenience of Employer” rule, affecting both employers and employees for payroll tax reporting purposes. This resulted in New Jersey losing significant tax revenue to New York’s rule.

New Jersey

CPA Practice

JULY 26, 2024

Attrino, nj.com (TNS) A woman who worked as an accountant for a New Jersey company was sentenced Monday to more than three years in prison and ordered to pay $3.8 Vandever was indicted in February 2022 on multiple charges of fraud and tax evasion. By Anthony G. She pleaded guilty in September 2023 before federal Judge Karen M.

New Jersey

CPA Practice

AUGUST 23, 2024

By Larry Higgs nj.com (TNS) A host of lawmakers want to give drivers who’ve been hit with four consecutive increases on New Jersey state toll roads a tax break. Specifically, they want to allow those drivers who pay toll by E-ZPass to deduct tolls from their state income tax. cent-per-gallon gas tax by a 1.9

New Jersey

CPA Practice

MAY 11, 2023

A New Jersey Certified Public Accountant has pleaded guilty to conspiring to defraud the United States by promoting fraudulent tax shelters to high-income clients. As a part of his guilty plea, Benkoil admitted his conduct resulted in a tax loss to the IRS of nearly $2.5

New Jersey

CPA Practice

JULY 12, 2023

Inevitably, your clients with growing businesses will want to hire, so you’ll be better able to help them if you have a clear understanding of the differences between SUI (state unemployment insurance) and SIT (state income tax) and how they affect your clients’ businesses. What is SUI Tax? The federal tax rate is a flat 6%.

income tax

CPA Practice

JULY 26, 2024

By Karin Price Mueller, nj.com (TNS) New Jersey residents will have a new way to file their federal tax returns when it’s time to file for 2024, the IRS and state officials said Wednesday. The program will now be a permanent option for taxpayers in states that choose to participate, and New Jersey said it’s in.

New Jersey

Withum

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

If your company has operations in New Jersey and other states but does not necessarily have complete or clear tax reporting in New Jersey (and you are dreading it), a new initiative may represent a significant opportunity. To enter the program, taxpayers must agree in writing by Sept. Contact Us.

New Jersey

Withum

JANUARY 19, 2022

Governor Murphy signed into law a bipartisan bill (S4068) that enhances the state’s electable pass-through entity (PTE) tax, known as the New Jersey Business Alternative Income Tax (BAIT) on January 18, 2022. In exchange of the BAIT entity paid tax, owners receive a corresponding pro rata share of a BAIT credit.

New Jersey

CPA Practice

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

A New Jersey accountant has been sentenced to 24 months in prison for his role in the promotion and sale of abusive syndicated conservation easement tax shelters.

New Jersey

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

TaxConnex

AUGUST 15, 2023

There’s always something changing in the world of tax, especially sales tax. Midyear sales tax. The Tax Foundation released its “State and Local Sales Tax Rates, Midyear 2023” report of the 45 states (and the District of Columbia) that collect statewide sales taxes and the 38 states where local sales taxes are collected.

Sales

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JANUARY 19, 2022

New Jersey business owners may want to reconsider passing on the NJ BAIT election due to recent legislative change. Governor Murphy signed into law a bipartisan bill (S4068) that enhances the state’s electable pass-through entity (PTE) tax, known as the New Jersey Business Alternative Income Tax (BAIT) on January 18, 2022.

income tax

Withum

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Tax loss harvesting is an income tax planning strategy that involves selling investments at a loss with the intent to offset capital gain income. This strategy is beneficial to taxpayers who have large capital gain income and are seeking ways to lower their related income tax liability.

Tax

Withum

MAY 19, 2023

On May 8, 2023, Governor Phil Murphy signed into law A3946 , which effectively decoupled New Jersey from Federal Internal Revenue Code (“IRC”) section 280E. The bill, which has been making its way through the New Jersey legislature since May 12, 2022, states, “For cannabis licensees, New Jersey gross income under subsections b.

New Jersey

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

MyIRSRelief

NOVEMBER 29, 2019

One of the most important things that a business must report is certain tax information for employment payroll on a quarterly and annual basis. They are required by the IRS to report the amount of 941/940 employment payroll taxes that have been either withheld from employees or what they owe to the government.

payroll

CPA Practice

AUGUST 21, 2023

By Joy Taylor, Kiplinger Consumer News Service (TNS) Businesses that sell marijuana have a heavy federal income tax burden. They are taxed on their income but can’t write off most of their business expenses. Here is the main federal income tax implication. Look for more states to follow suit. _

income tax

CPA Practice

APRIL 9, 2024

As accountants and CPAs, dealing with payroll taxes is essential to managing finances for your business clients. Understanding the details of payroll taxes helps you better assist your clients in fulfilling their obligations and maximizing tax efficiency. Social Security Tax : Employers and employees each contribute 6.2%

payroll tax

CPA Practice

AUGUST 19, 2024

By Matthew Enuco nj.com (TNS) A Drexel University accounting professor was convicted on all eight counts of tax evasion and filing false tax returns Thursday, U.S. million in income taxes on about $3.28 million in income. In total, Ndubizo failed to pay taxes on around $3.28 District Attorney Philip R.

Tax

TaxConnex

OCTOBER 8, 2024

But not all search engines – or state tax websites – are created equal. What it’s like typing “sales tax” into that little rectangle with the magnifying glass on each state’s website? Here are first impressions from one-and-done searches for “sales tax” on the revenue site of each state. Connecticut Dept.

Sales

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. Maine has the highest property tax burden, while Alabama has the lowest. Red states have a lower tax burden than blue states, on average.

Rhode Island

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

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