So, You’ve Been Audited: Should You Go It Alone or Hire a CPA, EA or Tax Professional?

July 1, 2024 12:00 am Published by

I sincerely hope you have never had to go through an IRS audit – and never have to in the future. But what if that dark day does arrive? Should you go it alone and defend yourself or hire a... View Article

How to Develop a Credit Policy

June 1, 2024 12:00 am Published by

A credit policy explains how a company will manage lines of credit for client accounts and what procedures to follow for severely outstanding invoices. It helps a business promote a robust foundation for its working capital level. Defining a Credit... View Article

Marrying a Non-U.S. Citizen? No Tax Honeymoon for You

June 1, 2024 12:00 am Published by

Marriage is a major life event. One that comes with all kinds of change, including financial. After getting married, there is so much to consider, from merging bank and brokerage accounts to setting up a will; from changing your withholding... View Article

How to Calculate Operating Return on Assets

May 1, 2024 12:00 am Published by

During Q3 of 2023, businesses in the United States made approximately $3.3 trillion, according to Statista. This is right behind the third quarter of 2022, when corporations in America made even more money. These figures are the net income of... View Article

‘Master’ The Augusta Rule and Save Money on Your Taxes

May 1, 2024 12:00 am Published by

Anyone who lives in a highly seasonal tourist destination knows you can make money on short-term rentals during events and festivities in your city or town. Think high concentration, short-term, tourist-driven events such as horse racing season in Saratoga Springs,... View Article

Defining Burn Rate, Gross Burn and Net Burn

April 1, 2024 12:00 am Published by

When it comes to any business, but especially for a start-up, it’s essential to determine how long a company can survive before it must declare bankruptcy and/or close its doors. The biggest metric, especially for a start-up, is to determine... View Article

Reduce Your Taxes by Putting the Right Assets in Your IRA

April 1, 2024 12:00 am Published by

Most people know the basic concept that certain types of investment accounts are tax sheltered while others are not. Think 401(k), 403(b), IRA and Roth IRA accounts, for example. What most people are not aware of is how you split... View Article

Actions Lottery Winners Should Consider

March 1, 2024 12:00 am Published by

We all have those days when we dream of striking it rich with a winning lottery ticket. Never having to work again while living a life of luxury. While your chance of finding a four-leaf clover is higher than winning... View Article

U.S. Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting Begins

March 1, 2024 12:00 am Published by

The U.S. Treasury recently enacted a new reporting requirement aimed at quashing illicit financial transactions. The agency believes that corporate anonymity is enabling money laundering, terrorism, and drug trafficking. As part of the 2021 Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), certain companies... View Article

End of Covid Emergency Declarations Put Work from Home Benefits at Risk

June 1, 2023 12:00 am Published by

The end of the federal emergency declaration for Covid-19 came on May 11. As a result, there are various public health policy changes. For example, vaccines and treatments will remain available, but at-home tests may no longer be covered by... View Article

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