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January 16, 2019 

These investments in qualified opportunity funds are intended to encourage investments to start a small business, develop abandoned properties, or provide low-income housing in economically distressed communities.

January 16, 2019 

The new tax reform law, passed in December 2017, is the largest piece of tax legislation in nearly 30 years and changed several key tax provisions for taxpayers and families. But what do these changes mean for your taxes? Most notably, the standard deduction nearly doubled ($12,000 single and $24,000 married filing jointly) and some tax...…

January 16, 2019 

According to several recent reports, the fallout in the area of our nation’s cybersecurity has already begun, and it could become a matter of serious concern quickly. (Think China Syndrome, only with cyber in the place of cold-war, secret nuclear ...

January 16, 2019 

Financial Accounting from Bloomberg Tax keeps accounting professionals on top of the latest developments with expert insights and guidance on emerging, evolving and complex issues, along with special reports that provide practitioner perspectives and ...

January 16, 2019 

As the government shutdown approaches a full month—it’s already the longest in history—more doubt is creeping in as to whether a reduced staff at the IRS will be able to process returns and issue refunds in a timely manner. What’s more, as this is ...

January 14, 2019 

With the beginning of the year upon us, it may be time to review your current estate plan. In 2018, the estate tax exclusion was raised to $11,180,000. With portability that amount is doubled to $22,360,000. In 2019, the amount is increased to $11,400,000, with portability the amount is doubled to $22,800,000. Therefore, most clients...…

January 14, 2019 

Imports at the nation’s major retail container ports have slowed down after a months-long rush to beat increased tariffs on goods from China, according to the monthly Global Port Tracker report released today by the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates. “With the holiday season behind us, the immediate pressure to stock up on merchandise...…

January 14, 2019 

Each January over 180,000 electronics enthusiasts converge on Las Vegas for the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) which is the largest technology event in the world. CES is the launchpad for thousands of new products ranging from home, ...

Roman Kepczyk

January 14, 2019 

Cherry Bekaert has expertise in the core industry sectors of technology, life and health sciences, advanced manufacturing, distribution, real estate and private equity, all of which are key economic drivers in the Austin community. Austin’s thriving ...

January 14, 2019 

The latest Paychex Flex HR enhancements bring performance management, workflow approvals, real-time analytics, and a configurable events calendar to the platform – all backed by self-service capabilities that empower employees and administrators to ...

January 14, 2019 

The companies share many synergies — including a deep commitment to achieving customer excellence, a close cultural alignment, and a strong strategic partnership with Microsoft.

January 14, 2019 

Once you’ve determined you have an obligation to collect sales tax in a state, registering for a sales tax permit typically entails the following steps: