Subsequent events are in the spotlight these days. The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) recently initiated a project to modernize outdated auditing standards related to these events. The PCAOB says the audit guidance hasn’t kept pace with changes in...
You may wonder if you can claim itemized deductions on your tax return. Perhaps you made charitable contributions and were told in the past they couldn’t be claimed because you didn’t have enough deductions to itemize. How much do you need? You can itemize deductions...
As a business owner, you may be eligible to claim home office tax deductions that will reduce your taxable income. However, it’s crucial to understand the IRS rules to ensure compliance and avoid potential IRS audit risks. There are two methods for claiming this tax...
The newly enacted Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act of 2023 allows individual taxpayers affected by federally declared disasters to deduct personal casualty losses without itemizing deductions and without the typical reduction of $100 per casualty loss and 10% of...
On January 5, 2025, the Social Security Fairness Act was signed into law, ending the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO). These two provisions reduced or eliminated Social Security benefits to many people receiving pensions from...
A federal district court lifted the last remaining injunction delaying the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network’s (FinCEN) requirement for most businesses to file Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reports. As a result, businesses that have not already filed will...
If an individual taxpayer has substantial business losses, unfavorable federal income tax rules can potentially come into play. Here’s what you need to know as you assess your 2024 tax situation. Disallowance rule The tax rules can get complicated if your business or...
If you’re getting ready to file your 2024 tax return and your tax bill is higher than you’d like, there may still be a chance to lower it. If you’re eligible, you can make a deductible contribution to a traditional IRA until this year’s April 15 filing deadline and...
Risks are unavoidable in today’s volatile, uncertain marketplace. However, proactive owners and executives can manage business risks more effectively with an enterprise risk management (ERM) framework. A structured approach helps organizations anticipate risks, seize...
Businesses in certain industries employ service workers who receive tips as a large part of their compensation. These businesses include restaurants, hotels and salons. Compliance with federal and state tax regulations is vital if your business has employees who...
