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Are You Benefitting From Expenses Related to Your Company Parties?

Posted by Melissa Motley, CPA on Jul 07, 2017

Take Advantage of Tax Deductions for Company Events

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Keep Real Estate Separate From Your Business's Corporate Assets To Save Tax

Posted by Nick Wheeler, CPA on Jul 05, 2017

It’s common for a business to own not only typical business assets, such as equipment, inventory, and furnishings but also the building where the business operates — and possibly other real estates as well. There can, however, be negative consequences when a business’s real estate is included in its general corporate assets. By holding real estate in a separate entity, owners can save tax and enjoy other benefits, too.

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3 Breaks For Business Charitable Donations You May Not Know About

Posted by Don G. Chastain, CPA on Jun 27, 2017

Donating to charity is more than good business citizenship; it can also save tax. Here are three lesser-known federal income tax breaks for charitable donations by businesses.

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2017 Q3 Tax Calendar: Key Deadlines for Businesses and Other Employers

Posted by Jessica L. Pagan, CPA on Jun 21, 2017

Here are some of the key tax-related deadlines affecting businesses and other employers during the third quarter of 2017. Keep in mind that this list isn’t all-inclusive, so there may be additional deadlines that apply to you. Contact us to ensure you’re meeting all applicable deadlines and to learn more about the filing requirements.

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Dot the "i’s” and Cross the "t’s” On Loans Between Your Business and Its Owners

Posted by Lesley L. Price, CPA on Jun 13, 2017

It’s common for closely held businesses to transfer money into and out of the company, often in the form of a loan. However, the IRS looks closely at such transactions: Are they truly loans, or actually compensation, distributions or contributions to equity?

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Choosing The Best Way To Reimburse Employee Travel Expenses

Posted by Nick Wheeler, CPA on Jun 12, 2017

If your employees incur work-related travel expenses, you can better attract and retain the best talent by reimbursing these expenses. But to secure tax-advantaged treatment for your business and your employees, it’s critical to comply with IRS rules.

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IRS Introduces Three New Automatic Method Changes and Provides Modified Procedures

Posted by Lesley L. Price, CPA on May 19, 2017

On April 19, 2017, the Internal Revenue Service issued Revenue Procedure 2017-30 to update the list of automatic changes in methods of accounting to which the automatic change procedures under Rev. Proc. 2015-13 applies.  In addition to adding three new automatic accounting method changes, the Rev. Proc. modifies existing automatic method changes, removes certain obsolete method changes, and provides limited transition rules. 

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Effect of a Border Adjustment Tax on the U.S. Economy

Posted by Marty Williams, CPA on May 17, 2017

As the Trump administration and the House Republicans put the finishing touches on their tax package, one component remains front and center—the border adjustment, a proposal to change the ways goods and service are taxed depending on where they are manufactured and where they are consumed. Let’s take a closer look at what is being proposed and what effect it might have on U.S. companies.

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Effects of Potential Tax Reform on the Real Estate Industry

Posted by Marty Williams, CPA on May 08, 2017

Now that the dust of a contentious presidential election cycle is settling, tax reform may be more likely in 2017 than in past years.

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Enjoy Deductions for Summer T&E Expenses

Posted by Nick Wheeler, CPA on Apr 20, 2017

Reap tax rewards for travel and entertainment

What are your plans for the summer? If you have a business trip scheduled for a place you would like to visit personally, you might decide to combine a little pleasure with your business. Similarly, you may invite some of your best clients to your home for a Memorial Day or Fourth of July barbecue or treat them to a night out on the town.

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