This year our fall CPE conference took on a slightly different shape. We of course had technical-focused educational sessions on topics geared toward private companies, but we also had the opportunity to join our investment industry colleagues and clients for extended networking and some...
Read MoreSzymkowiak & Associates CPAs and PEAR Consultants, LLC are joining Cohen & Co, one of the top tax and accounting firms in the U.S.
Read MoreThe U.S. Court of Federal Claims recently determined that a U.S. couple living abroad could claim a foreign tax credit against the tax liability imposed by the net investment income (NII) tax. This is a significant decision for taxpayers living outside of the U.S., as it means those with foreign...
Read More** This blog was last updated 12/6/23 **NOTE: As BOI regulations continue to evolve, please see our BOI Reporting Resource Center for the most up-to-date reporting deadline information. Congress passed the Corporate Transparency Act of 2021 (CTA) to enhance transparency and combat illicit...
Read MoreWhat does it mean to have your books in order before you sell your company? Everything. When it's time to sell your business, you've likely invested great effort and resources into making it a valuable asset. However, inadequate accounting practices can significantly diminish the...
Read MoreCharitable giving has been a part of our society since ancient times, dating back to when the Egyptians built the pyramids. But it was only in 1954 that the modern tax code caught up and began recognizing public charitable organizations — vehicles bringing critical aid to those in need...
Read MoreOn Thursday, October 19, 2023, the IRS released the process for certain taxpayers who wish to withdraw previously filed ERC claims. This comes on the heels of the IRS announcement last month that they were halting the processing of future claims until at least the end of 2023. If you no...
Read MoreMembers of our Digital Assets Group recently attended Permissionless II, one of the largest DeFi events in the industry. We walked away with many great insights, but most importantly, the conference highlighted some key trends and issues that stand to greatly impact the digital assets space...
Read More** This blog was last updated 12/18/23 ** The latest biennial budget bill made significant changes to the Ohio Commercial Activity Tax (CAT) that left many business taxpayers and practitioners in the state waiting for more clarity. On Monday, August 21, 2023, the Ohio Department of Taxation...
Read MoreCreating strategies for both estate and business succession planning is equally important. On the business side, it’s not just about preparing for your retirement but also about preparing for unexpected events. Either way, proper planning identifies which position you want to replace...
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