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Meet Jessica Nutbrown: Client Accounting Services Supervisor
Jessica Nutbrown is a Supervisor in our Client Accounting Services department and has been a member of the R&A team for four years. In her role, she supports a variety…
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Top 10 Cybersecurity Practices Every Business Needs to Stay Ahead of Threats
As businesses become increasingly reliant on digital technologies to run their operations, cyber-related attacks have taken a quantum leap in both number and sophistication, threatening to derail continuity and create…
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Are Nonprofits Exempt from Arizona Sales Tax?
One of the appeals of establishing a nonprofit organization is that these organizations are generally exempt from paying one or more types of tax. But just because an entity is…
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Why More Businesses are Turning to Fractional CFO Services
For many small and mid-sized businesses (SMEs), hiring a full-time Chief Financial Officer (CFO) can often exceed operational needs or current budget realities, despite the clear value seasoned financial leaders…
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Succession Planning is Vital – What You Need to Know
In 1977, Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak incorporated Apple Computer, a company that would revolutionize technology and consumer electronics and have a profound impact on the music, film, and wireless…
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How to Read a Not-For-Profit Tax Return (Even if you are not a tax professional) Part I
According to the Internal Revenue Service, there are approximately 1.5 million public charities and private foundations in the US. That’s a lot of good work being done! Public charities depend…
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Managing Cash Flow and Tax Planning in Real Estate Portfolios
Real estate has weathered its fair share of market shifts in recent years, but compared to more volatile asset classes, its resilience continues to buoy portfolios with diversification and long-term…
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BOI Reporting Obligations Reinstated–And Then Removed Again
The Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) is the agency that enforces the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). Earlier in 2025, FinCEN sent out a notice indicating a…
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April 2025 Newsletter
The April newsletter featuring expert CPA guidance on analyzing non-profit tax returns, strategies for optimizing real estate portfolio cash flow, the latest updates on BOI reporting requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act, essential business disaster planning strategies, and understanding the tax implications of Roth IRA conversions.
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Can I Claim a Tax Deduction for that Donation?
Clarify which donations are tax-deductible. Understand 501(c)(3), churches, schools, and other exempt organizations. Know what qualifies for your tax deduction.
Taxpayer Right to Representation in IRS Matters
Understand your right to IRS representation. Learn how CPAs and authorized representatives help with audits, negotiations, and IRS compliance to protect your interests.
No More Paper Tax Refund Checks
Paper tax refund checks ended September 30, 2025. Learn about direct deposit, digital payment options, and how to ensure faster refunds with electronic filing.
Meet Brenda Hays – Senior Human Resources Coordinator and Payroll Specialist
Brenda Hays is R&A’s Senior Human Resources Coordinator and our payroll specialist. She has been a member of the R&A team since 2012. Her role has expanded over the years to include administration, compliance reporting, and many human resources-related roles including benefits coordination, policy implementation, and new employee onboarding. Brenda also supports many of our…
What Home Improvement Tax Breaks Are Set to Expire and Which Remain in Effect?
If you’re thinking about making upgrades to your home, you may have an opportunity to claim valuable tax breaks. While not every improvement qualifies, there are a few exceptions, such as capital improvements or repairs for a rental property, medical modifications, or home office tax breaks. You can also earn tax credits for energy-efficiency projects,…
Time to Renew Transaction Privilege Tax License
You have likely received notices from Arizona Department of Revenue and the City of Tucson that it is time to renew your TPT license. License renewals apply and are valid for one calendar year, January 1 to December 31. All licenses must be renewed by December 31 of the current year to apply to the…
Business Fraud Case Study: How to Detect & Prevent Fraud
On June 25, 2025, Elizabeth Gutfahr, former Santa Cruz County Treasurer, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for embezzling and laundering approximately $38.7 million of public funds. Ms. Gutfahr, who served as the Santa Cruz County Treasurer from 2012 through 2024, began embezzling funds from the county in 2013 and continued to do so…
2025 End-of-Year Tax Planning is Crucial
Master 2025 tax planning with OBBBA strategies: charitable deductions, SALT caps, wash-sale rules & crypto tips. Minimize taxes before year-end.