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08.26.24

Navigating tax complexities: Craft partnership agreements and LLC operating agreements with precision

Articles
Business Owners
Business Tax

Partnerships are often used for business and investment activities. So are multi-member LLCs that are treated as partnerships for tax purposes. A major reason is that these entities offer federal...

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08.22.24

Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Filing Webinar

Webinar
Business Owners
Beneficial Ownership Information Filing (BOI)

In case you missed it, we hosted a webinar on “Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Filing” on Tuesday, August 27, presented by Cory Parnell, CPA, Principal of BGM. During the webinar,...

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08.22.24
Jake Thibault, CFP®

Understanding the Federal Estate Tax Exemption: What You Need to Know

Blog
Estate and Trust

The opinion of the author is subject to change without notice and must be considered in conjunction with relevant regulation, as well as subsequent changes in the marketplace. Any information...

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08.21.24

July Market Review

Articles
Market Review

Small Cap Equities Heat Up in July Falling Rates and Softer Inflation Contribute to a Reversal in Market Leadership  July 2024 Key Observations Softer inflation data released in July pushed...

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08.20.24

Working remotely is convenient, but it may have tax consequences

Articles
Business Tax
Individual Tax & Planning

Many employees began working remotely during the pandemic and continue doing so today. Remote work has many advantages for employers and employees, and as a result, it’s here to stay...

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08.19.24

Cash or accrual accounting: What’s best for tax purposes?

Articles
Business Tax

Your businesses may have a choice between using the cash or accrual method of accounting for tax purposes. The cash method often provides significant tax benefits for those that qualify....

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08.14.24

Does your company have an EAP? If so, be mindful of compliance

Articles
Healthcare
Advisory

Many businesses have established employee assistance programs (EAPs) to help their workforces deal with the mental health, substance abuse and financial challenges that have become so widely recognized in modern...

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08.13.24

Are You Unfairly Burdened By A Spouse’s Tax Errors? You May Qualify For “Innocent Spouse Relief”

Articles
Individual Tax & Planning

Navigating the complexities of tax law can be difficult, especially when faced with an unexpected tax bill due to the errors of a spouse or ex-spouse. The reason for such...

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08.13.24
Spencer Davies, CFP®

Optimizing Gifting Strategies to Minimize Taxes

Blog
Wealth Management

How to Gift Assets to Family Members and Charities in a Tax-Efficient Manner When it comes to managing substantial wealth, an important strategy to consider is gifting. While this can...

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08.12.24

Understanding taxes on real estate gains

Articles
Individual Tax & Planning

Let’s say you own real estate that has been held for more than one year and is sold for a taxable gain. Perhaps this gain comes from indirect ownership of...

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08.08.24

Do you owe estimated taxes? If so, when is the next one due?

Articles
Individual Tax & Planning

Federal estimated tax payments are designed to ensure that certain individuals pay their fair share of taxes throughout the year. If you don’t have enough federal tax withheld from your...

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08.08.24

Hot Topic Webinar: Making the Most of Your 401(k): Small Business Retirement Plan Design

Event
Webinar
Retirement 401k

This presentation is offered for educational purposes only and should not be considered a comprehensive review or analysis of the topics discussed today. These materials are not a substitute for...

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08.07.24

Businesses should stay grounded when using cloud computing

Articles
Business Owners
Technology

For a couple decades or so now, companies have been urged to “get on the cloud” to avail themselves of copious data storage and a wide array of software. But...

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08.07.24
Cory M. Parnell, CPA

How SaaS Companies Can Use KPIs to Evaluate Success

Blog
Advisory

In the competitive world of Software as a Service (SaaS), understanding and effectively utilizing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) is essential for evaluating success and driving growth. KPIs provide valuable insights...

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08.07.24
Cory M. Parnell, CPA

The Critical Distinctions: CFO vs. Controller

Blog
Advisory

The evolving nature of various industries presents unique challenges and opportunities for businesses. Effective financial management is crucial, making the roles of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Controller essential. Although...

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