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February 8, 2016 

When we think about money, let’s be honest – we’re not talking about just money, but also a host of related consequences and deeply felt emotions.

February 8, 2016 

The day-to-day management of a business is filled with decisions. Business owners often feel buried under all the decisions that must be made. Therefore, when selling a valuation, try to avoid creating a decision that must be made by the business owner.

February 7, 2016 

As with many other tax extenders, the faster 15-year cost recovery period was extended by the Tax Increase Prevention Act (TIPA), but only for 2014. The tax break officially expired on January 1, 2015. Now the PATH Act reinstates this provision ...

February 6, 2016 

The Readers' Choice Awards give accounting professionals a way to share what they believe are the most beneficial systems. After all, professionals need to stay aware of technologies and best workflow practices in order to stay competitive and profitable!

February 6, 2016 

Cloud tools can automate the process of collecting and verifying all of the different items required by the business to report to the IRS. An accounting firm that handles the process for multiple organizations is better prepared and equipped.

February 5, 2016 

The new programs and rulings come about from the vast gap that occurs today between the kind of end-of-life care patients prefer to receive and the kind they usually get. The growing discussion about death and dying include the conversations among ...

February 5, 2016 

The Internal Revenue Service says taxpayers should beware of unscrupulous return preparers, what it says is one of the most common “Dirty Dozen” tax scams seen during tax season.

February 5, 2016 

The initial due date or extended deadline for many entities are changing for the 2016 tax year. In other words, at this time next year, your tax calendar will look dramatically different than it does right now.

February 4, 2016 

Well-written employment agreements, which can include non-compete and non-solicitation agreements, can help companies and employees alike by clarifying expectations and decreasing the chances of disputes.

Richard D. Alaniz, JD

February 4, 2016 

If your tax preparer is unethical and incorrectly prepares it for you, you could be liable for back taxes, penalties and even criminal punishment. That's why taxpayers need to do a little checking before having someone else do their taxes.

February 4, 2016 

It can costs hundreds of thousands of dollars to raise a child these days, but at least the tax law provides several benefits to parents. One such tax break, the child tax credit, allows you to claim a nonrefundable credit of up to $1,000, if you ...

February 4, 2016 

Criminals pose as a person or organization you trust and/or recognize. They may hack an email account and send mass emails under another person’s name. They may pose as a bank, credit card company, tax software provider or government agency.