RogerRossmeisl
APRIL 28, 2024
If your business doesn’t already have a retirement plan, it might be a good time to take the plunge. Current retirement plan rules allow for significant tax-deductible contributions. For example, if you’re self-employed and set up a SEP-IRA, you can contribute up to 20% of your self-employment earnings, with a maximum contribution of $69,000 for 2024 (up from $66,000 for 2023).
Going Concern
APRIL 28, 2024
Ed. note: I feel compelled to point out that my use of “yay” in the headline is intentional and not me being an idiot who doesn’t know it’s “yea” that usually goes with “nay.” Thanks. I came across this CNBC Make It article the other day about LinkedIn’s ‘open to work’ banner and apparently using this is a red flag to know-it-all recruiters.
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CPA Practice
APRIL 28, 2024
The Internal Revenue Service is offering tax-related information to entrepreneurs in anticipation of the upcoming kick-off of National Small Business Week. The U.S. Small Business Administration coordinates the annual event, helping entrepreneurs with resources, benefits and other important business startup information that small business owners can use to launch their enterprises.
Xero
APRIL 28, 2024
We know how important time, attendance and scheduling (TAS) needs are for any small business. And for Australian employers, we know it is even more important because Australia has some of the most complex payroll compliance requirements in the world. Following a careful review of our current TAS solution, we have made the difficult decision to retire our Planday product on 30 September 2024.
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.
RogerRossmeisl
APRIL 28, 2024
In commercial litigation, it’s common for business valuation experts to measure damages based on lost profits or diminished business value — or both. Here’s an introduction to these concepts. The basics Generally, it’s appropriate to estimate lost profits when a plaintiff suffers an economic loss for a discrete period and then returns to normal. On the other hand, diminished business value is typically reserved for businesses that are completely destroyed or otherwise suffer a permanent loss, su
Accounting Today
APRIL 27, 2024
The vice president of state board relations will succeed Ken Bishop on Aug. 1.
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RogerRossmeisl
APRIL 28, 2024
When employees commit fraud, they generally try to keep the schemes going as long as possible by concealing their activities from others. How successful thieves are at concealment depends largely on their identities, their roles within their organizations and the type of fraud they commit. To uncover potential fraud in your organization and prevent financial losses, it helps to familiarize yourself with common perpetrator characteristics and the methods occupational thieves use to conceal their
RogerRossmeisl
APRIL 28, 2024
Most people are genuinely appreciative of inheritances, and who wouldn’t enjoy some unexpected money? But in some cases, it may turn out to be too good to be true. While most inherited property is tax-free to the recipient, this isn’t always the case with property that’s considered income in respect of a decedent (IRD). If you have large balances in an IRA or other retirement account — or inherit such assets — IRD may be a significant estate planning issue.
RogerRossmeisl
APRIL 28, 2024
If your company suffers significant losses due to a fraud incident, you may decide to pursue the perpetrator in court, possibly to obtain compensatory damages. Assuming you win your case, you should know that estimating fraud damages is challenging. It generally requires the assistance of a financial expert, who will consider the facts of the case and the harm suffered by your business.
RogerRossmeisl
APRIL 28, 2024
You may have filed your tax return by the due date (4/15/2024), or you may have filed an extension until 10/15/2024. In either case, once your 2023 tax return has been successfully filed with the IRS, there may still be some issues to bear in mind. Here are three considerations. 1. Waiting for your refund? You can check on it The IRS has an online tool that can tell you the status of your refund.
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RogerRossmeisl
APRIL 28, 2024
Merger and acquisition (M&A) activity increased significantly in the fourth quarter of 2023, signaling a hot M&A market for 2024. But there are some potential pitfalls for unwary buyers and sellers. Here are some common mistakes and how a business valuator can help ensure your deal goes as planned. Reliance on valuation rules-of-thumb Some M&A participants rely on industry “rules of thumb” and gut instinct, especially in mature industries.
RogerRossmeisl
APRIL 28, 2024
If you operate a business, or you’re starting a new one, you know records of income and expenses need to be kept. Specifically, you should carefully record expenses to claim all the tax deductions to which you’re entitled. And you want to make sure you can defend the amounts reported on your tax returns in case you’re ever audited by the IRS. Be aware that there’s no one way to keep business records.
Xero
APRIL 28, 2024
Bank feeds are a great way to import transactions from your financial institution directly into Xero, so you can easily complete the reconciliation process. But the US is a pretty challenging market when it comes to providing high-quality bank feeds. There are more than 4,000 financial institutions, each with their own capabilities and nuances. To address this and help you get transactions into Xero more easily, we’ve been focused on improving the coverage and quality of our bank feeds.
RogerRossmeisl
APRIL 28, 2024
Businesses usually want to delay recognition of taxable income into future years and accelerate deductions into the current year. But when is it wise to do the opposite? And why would you want to? One reason might be tax law changes that raise tax rates. The Biden administration has proposed raising the corporate federal income tax rate from its current flat 21% to 28%.
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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