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New York Update: Nonresident Audit Guidelines Update
New York Update: Nonresident Audit Guidelines Update

While several changes were made, one of the most important was changing the 11-Month Rule for determining whether someone is a permanent resident of New York state to a 10-Month Rule, beginning in the tax year 2022.

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AuditArpita JoshiMarch 22, 2022Audit
New Schedules K-2 and K-3 Impact Partnership Tax Filings
New Schedules K-2 and K-3 Impact Partnership Tax Filings

New Schedules K-2 and K-3 (Form 1065) have been created by the IRS to offer standardized reporting of U.S. international tax information. The new formats include specific parts and boxes for certain items of international transactions, including withholding details and sourcing details.

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TaxArpita JoshiMarch 22, 2022Tax
Audited Financial Statements Impacted by 2021 Audit Opinion Changes
Audited Financial Statements Impacted by 2021 Audit Opinion Changes

As of the 2021 financial reporting period, the Statement of Auditing Standards (SAS) No. 134 audit opinion requirements went through substantial changes. The new standards take effect for audits of financial statements for periods ending on or after Dec. 15, 2021.

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AuditArpita JoshiMarch 2, 2022Audit
Starting Your Government Contract on the Right Foot
Starting Your Government Contract on the Right Foot

Whether you're a veteran in the world of government contracts, or a newbie, you may have some questions about starting a government contract on the right foot. Click though to get the answers you need to some essential questions before you start your next contract.

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Government ContractingArpita JoshiMarch 2, 2022Government Contracting
Does Your Nonprofit Need an Audit?
Does Your Nonprofit Need an Audit?

The term "audit" carries a negative stigma and conjures images of grueling paperwork. But did you know that an audit might be to your advantage? Click through below to learn the benefits of nonprofit auditing.

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NonprofitArpita JoshiMarch 2, 2022Nonprofit
Taxes and Business Entity Types for Startups
Taxes and Business Entity Types for Startups

New entrepreneurs think about production, marketing, sales and human resources — but often forget the tax angle. You need to be on top of your IRS situation from day one. Click through for an overview of taxes for new businesses.

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TaxArpita JoshiMarch 2, 2022Tax
When Should I Take My Company Public?
When Should I Take My Company Public?

There's a lot to think about before taking your company public. Don't consider going public unless all or most of the following are true.

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Accounting, Law Firms, Outsourced CFO, Payroll, Profit SharingArpita JoshiJanuary 13, 2022Accounting, Law Firms, Outsourced CFO, Payroll, Profit Sharing
IRS Offers Guidance on ERC
IRS Offers Guidance on ERC

The Employee Retention Credit now applies only to wages paid before October 1, 2021, unless the employer is a recovery startup business. Read more…

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TaxArpita JoshiJanuary 13, 2022Tax
Employee's Withholding Allowance Certificate
Employee's Withholding Allowance Certificate

Now is a good time to check to make sure you're up on the rules. If you do not file Form IT-2104, your employer may use zero as your number of allowances.

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Tax, PayrollArpita JoshiJanuary 13, 2022Tax, Payroll
IRS Announces Annual Inflation Adjustments
IRS Announces Annual Inflation Adjustments

With the end of the year in sight, the IRS has announced inflation adjustments taking effect in the new year.

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Tax, PayrollArpita JoshiNovember 28, 2021Tax, Payroll
Capital Gains and Home Sales
Capital Gains and Home Sales

Any profit from the sale of your home is reported on Schedule D as a capital gain if you realize a profit in excess of the exclusion amounts or if you don't qualify for the exclusion.

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High Net Worth, Real Estate, TaxArpita JoshiNovember 28, 2021High Net Worth, Real Estate, Tax
Business Owner Year-End Tax Test
Business Owner Year-End Tax Test

How did you do this year and what can you claim? Take our test to see how well you’re doing and where you might need help.

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TaxArpita JoshiNovember 15, 2021Tax
What to Know About Incorporation and Taxation
What to Know About Incorporation and Taxation

There are multiple ways of incorporating. What's the right format in your situation?

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AccountingArpita JoshiOctober 25, 2021Accounting
When To Use a QTIP Trust
When To Use a QTIP Trust

A QTIP trust, which is irrevocable, is especially useful if you have children from another marriage. Learn how to leverage this trust in your situation.

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High Net WorthArpita JoshiOctober 25, 2021High Net Worth
4 Ways To Repurpose Vacant Commercial Real Estate Properties
4 Ways To Repurpose Vacant Commercial Real Estate Properties

While the prospect of vacant properties can be daunting, there are opportunities for landlords and real estate investors, including reinventing how commercial real property can be used.

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Real EstateArpita JoshiOctober 25, 2021Real Estate
Balance Sheets and Property Profitability
Balance Sheets and Property Profitability

Did you know balance sheets look different for owners who purchase property to rent than for owners who purchase property to develop and sell?

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AccountingArpita JoshiOctober 1, 2021Accounting
Should You Introduce Profit-Sharing — and How?
Should You Introduce Profit-Sharing — and How?

Profit-sharing is a simple way to create a plan that scales or shrinks depending on how well your company performs. How it can help you and your employees.

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Profit SharingArpita JoshiOctober 1, 2021Profit Sharing
State and Local Tax Considerations for Remote Employees
State and Local Tax Considerations for Remote Employees

How the "convenience of the employer" rule treats days worked at home as days worked at the employer's location. Learn more about this tax rule.

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TaxArpita JoshiOctober 1, 2021
What Nonprofits Need To Know About Form 990
What Nonprofits Need To Know About Form 990

What are the consequences if a nonprofit organization doesn’t file it’s Form 990? Late filing fees and penalties are just the tip of the iceberg.

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NonprofitArpita JoshiOctober 1, 2021Nonprofit
What Makes a Successful Bonus Program?
What Makes a Successful Bonus Program?

Bonuses are one of the best ways to motivate employees. But to actually work, a bonus program must be thoughtfully designed. Click through to learn about the characteristics of an effective program.

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PayrollArpita JoshiAugust 30, 2021Payroll
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