On March 29, 2024, the IRS released Private Letter Ruling 202413004, providing its first piece of guidance regarding whether a REIT may receive income from electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at its rental properties without detrimentally impacting its REIT status. With the proliferation of...
Read MoreOne of the most dreaded replies coming from a professional services provider is, “it depends.” Unfortunately, that’s truly the case when the issue involves the most optimal tax structure for your transaction. This is because, like most things in life, there are many variables...
Read MoreWe are pleased to announce several exciting leadership updates, effective at the beginning of the firm’s new fiscal year on June 1. Cohen & Co welcomes a new partner class of seven: Kelly Anzevino, Ryan Boylan, Dave Gonano, Lisa Long, Jeffrey McMichael, Jonathan Williamson and...
Read MoreAs the critical Wayfair decision from 2018 continues to unfold in terms of its implications, sales and use tax audits have skyrocketed as states look to recapture critical revenues. If your business is selected for a sales and use tax audit, understanding the process will help you minimize any...
Read MoreOn May 10, 2024, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed into law Senate Bill No. 2103, significantly changing the Tennessee franchise tax computation. Specifically, SB 2103 eliminates the Tennessee property measure, Schedule G, of the franchise tax effective for tax years ending on or after January 1...
Read MoreA constantly changing tax landscape — from the Marketplace Fairness Act and various uniformity projects, to Wayfair and the digital economy — continues to alter the course of business as usual when it comes to staying compliant with state and local taxes. The current environment has...
Read MoreLearn the differences between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy, as well as how to protect your assets prior to filing using irrevocable trusts.
Read MoreOne of the most difficult discussions between an audit firm and a client’s management team is often whether or not substantial doubt exists about the entity’s ability to be a “going concern.” In other words, will the company continue operating/meeting its obligations...
Read MoreUnderstand the basics about common trusts, including living, testamentary, simple and complex trusts.
Read MoreWhether this is the first time your real estate entity has needed a financial statement audit or review, or you have recently changed accounting firms after a long relationship, the thought of working through the audit or review process can create some stress, for sure. There are, however...
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