Jan 10 Imputed Income: What You Need to Know
Per the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), fringe benefits are taxable and must be counted in the recipient's gross wages, unless the item is specifically excluded by law....
Jan 10 Smart Estate Planning for Modern Blended Families
A blended family often brings joy — there are more people to love and be loved by. As your family expands, you will want to provide for each child, whether from the previous or current marriage, and create safeguards to avoid future disagreements and potential...
Jan 10 The Importance of Payroll Accounting for Your Business
Payroll is a vital function for any organization, encompassing various tasks such as calculating wages, tracking work hours, managing employee benefits, deducting taxes, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Proper payroll management helps streamline business operations and maintain financial transparency....
Jan 10 The Evolving Role of the CFO
In recent years, businesses have faced unprecedented disruption, and one of the most significant shifts has been the changing role of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Traditionally seen as the gatekeeper of financial strategy and bottom-line performance, the CFO’s responsibilities have evolved significantly, especially in...
Jan 10 FinCEN Provides Reporting Relief to Hurricane Victims
In the wake of recent hurricanes, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has issued temporary relief measures to assist businesses and financial institutions in affected areas. The relief primarily pertains to the reporting requirements under the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), particularly for those impacted by...
Jan 10 Treasury Publishes Proposed Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax Regulations
The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, signed into law on August 16, 2022, created a new corporate alternative minimum tax (CAMT) for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2022. On September 12, 2024, after issuing multiple pieces of interim guidance, Treasury and the IRS released...
Jan 10 New Marriage or Partnership? Time for an Updated Estate Plan!
Gerry Turner, the first "Golden Bachelor" and a widower, and his wife, Theresa Nist, a widow, started divorce proceedings just three months after their televised wedding. Their marriage and subsequent divorce emphasize the importance of estate planning in remarriages or domestic partnerships where one or...
Jan 10 IRS Problems? Think About Mediation!
If you're having an IRS problem, mediation — also known as alternative dispute resolution — can help you resolve your tax issues early and efficiently, according to the agency. Mediation can provide a less expensive approach to wrapping up a problem than other options....
Jan 10 FinCEN Finalizes Beneficial Ownership Reporting Rules for Real Estate
In August 2024, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) announced a final rule that is designed to combat and deter money laundering by increasing transparency in the U.S. residential real estate sector....
Jan 10 Succession Planning for Your Business? Consider These Six Ways to Lean on Your Tax Accountant as a Trusted Advisor
The journey from founding a company to successfully handing over the reins involves navigating a complex maze of financial, legal, and even emotional challenges. Robust succession planning can prepare the family-owned enterprise for new leadership or new owners while enhancing the financial stability of the...