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Learn MoreGlobal reporting regimes continue to be a focal point of today’s regulatory environment. However, with the Department of Treasury’s current focus on reviewing existing regulations to reduce unnecessary burdens on taxpayers, pursuant to recent Executive Orders, the IRS and Treasury have offered a...
Read MoreOn November 26, 2018, the IRS released proposed regulations on the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act’s (TCJA) business interest expense deduction limitation. Specific to the investment industry, the guidance will impact regulated investment companies (RICs) using debt — most notably many closed-end funds and...
Read MoreThe robots are coming! Actually, to be more precise, the robots are here. While some may not be sure if this is cause for concern or celebration, two things are clear about the digital workforce: It is inevitable. Just look around. Technology is becoming more and more integrated into our...
Read MoreThe Treasury has issued final regulations regarding the partnership representative designation and authority under the relatively new IRS partnership audit rules. These rules became effective for tax years beginning after December 31, 2017. Most importantly, the regulations confirm the...
Read MoreThe wide range of tax and timing implications associated with charitable giving has led to the creation of a variety of donation types and structures. And with that, of course, comes a plethora of accounting implications to be aware of if you are responsible for your not-for-profit’s financial...
Read MoreBusinesses have been intensely focused on dealing with additional regulation surrounding variable interest entities (VIEs) since the fallout from Enron and other accounting scandals. For nonpublic companies, this has meant working through complex accounting rules to determine whether or not certain...
Read MoreThe Supreme Court’s landmark decision in South Dakota v. Wayfair, et al. on June 21, 2018, spoke for the states when it overruled the “physical presence” standard long held in Quill Corp. v. North Dakota — changing the game for sales tax collection. The decision stands to affect all types of...
Read MoreWhile many not-for-profits may consider it a luxury to have an endowment, the accounting aspects of dealing with one can be burdensome, particularly when it’s “underwater.” And while Accounting Standards Update (ASU) 2016-14, effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2017, will help...
Read MoreThe passing of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) brought about significant changes to the estate planning arena, doubling the lifetime exemption through December 31, 2025. While fewer taxpayers will find themselves with taxable estates over the next eight years, asset protection via a trust —...
Read MoreThe U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) sponsors a broad range of programs designed to revitalize urban neighborhoods, stimulate housing construction, encourage home ownership opportunities, and provide safe and affordable housing primarily for low-income families. HUD...
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