By Cindy McLagan, EA The overwhelming emotions you may experience after losing a loved one are difficult enough. Add in the task of handling their personal affairs, and the situation can begin to feel downright discouraging and intimidating. To help you through the process, I’ve assembled a list of tasks you can use as […]
How To Confirm You Are Working With The Right Accounting Firm
By Kyla Hansen, CPA, CVA When you hire an accounting firm or a CPA, you’re essentially trusting someone else with your taxes and financials. Needless to say, this is a big deal. It’s important that your provider is well qualified and equipped to help you comply with tax regulations and make sound decisions about […]
What Lessees Should Know About the New Lease Standard
By Matt Luckmann, CPA At the end of 2018, the Financial Standard Accounting Board’s (FASB’s) new lease standard, known as “ASC 842,” went into effect for all public business entities. FASB delayed the effective dates for private companies to fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2020. However, this should not be a reason for private […]
Qualified Opportunity Zones: What to Know Before You Invest
By John Ammann, CPA Since early 2018, much has been said about the opportunity zone provisions that were enacted as part of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA). Designed to spur economic growth in select low-income communities across the U.S., the provisions designate more than 8,700 such communities as qualified opportunity zones (QOZs). Taxpayers […]
Do These 5 Things Before You Start Your Business
You’ve finalized your business plan. You’ve acquired capital and assembled a rock-star team. You’ve designed your logo and set up your social media handles. You’re ready to launch your business. Or, are you? The thrill of starting a business can be overwhelming. But amid the frenetic joy and anticipation, it’s important to give attention to […]