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Don’t let collaborative arrangements cause financial reporting headaches

Businesses often enter into so-called “collaborative arrangements” when they partner with another entity on a major project. Unfortunately, the current guidance for these types of arrangements under U.S. Generally Accepted…

How The IRS Does and Does Not Contact Taxpayers

In order to help taxpayers avoid scams in which criminals impersonate IRS employees, IRS has issued a Fact Sheet in which it sets out the ways that it does and…

How to prepare WIP reports for long-term contracts

Work-in-progress (WIP) is a major inventory account for manufacturers, media and film companies, construction contractors, and other entities that enter into long-term contracts. WIP reports help management gauge the profit…

How To Conduct A Year-end Risk Assessment

Auditors assess their clients’ risk factors when planning for next year’s financial statement audit. Likewise, proactive managers assess risks at year end. A so-called “SWOT” analysis can help frame that…

GAAP vs. tax-basis reporting: Choosing the right model for your business

Virtually every business must file a tax return. So, some private companies issue tax-basis financial statements, rather than statements that comply with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). But doing…

Installment Sales – Ins, Outs, Ups, & Downs

June 30, 2026

The installment method is a tax-reporting strategy that allows you to spread out the recognition of capital gains over multiple tax years when you finance an asset sale yourself. There is a lot to know—click for the details.

How Manufacturers Can Turn Innovation into Tax Benefits

June 30, 2026

Recent tax law changes have expanded the definition of qualifying research and development activities and created new opportunities for manufacturers to recover capital. Click for important details.

Substantiating Charitable Contributions

June 30, 2026

To close loopholes, Congress added Section 170(f)(8)(A) to the Internal Revenue Code to create strict substantiation rules for charitable contribution deductions. Click through for the specifics, so you don’t get caught without proper substantiation for your charitable donations.

Payroll Systems and Compliance Challenges

June 4, 2026

Can payroll systems keep up with shifting regulations and constant compliance changes? Yes —with a little effort. Click through for an answer to this question and others regarding wage laws and tax requirements.

June 2026 Newsletter

June 4, 2026

What OBBBA Tax Changes Take Effect in 2026?

June 4, 2026

January 1 ushered in a new set of provisions resulting from the One Big Beautiful Act that will influence what 2026 looks like. You will want to pay attention now, before the year gets too far along.

Do You Need to Make Estimated Tax Payments?

June 4, 2026

The US tax system requires taxpayers to pay tax on income as it is received during the year—paying estimated taxes through the year helps you avoid some potentially significant IRS penalties and interest. Click for what you need to know.

Top HOA Fraud Risks and Why Financial Statement Audits Matter

June 4, 2026

Fraud can occur in any Homeowners Association (HOA). Understanding where fraud tends to show up and what financial statement audits can reveal can help boards strengthen oversight and better protect community funds.

How to Structure Real Estate Investments for Maximum Tax Efficiency

May 7, 2026

The structure behind real estate investment is key—the difference between a well-structured investment and a poorly structured one can be significant. Click for the details.