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Higher Mileage Rate May Mean Larger Tax Deductions for Business Miles in 2019
This year, the optional standard mileage rate used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business increased by 3.5 cents, to the highest level since 2008.
Prevent Occupational Fraud From Infecting Your Medical Practice
Because most physicians have no background in business management or accounting, medical practices can be easy targets for occupational fraud. But at a time when reimbursement rates are being squeezed, the last thing your practice needs is employee theft.
Global Convergence Project: U.S. GAAP Is Alive and Well
Once upon a time, financial reporting professionals expected the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to publish a rule that would allow — or force — U.S. public companies to use International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Had the anticipated move come about, U.S.
Accounting for Overhead Costs
Accurate overhead allocations are essential to understanding financial performance and making informed pricing decisions.
Tax Returns Are Still Due, Even with the Government Shutdown
Even though it is currently running with a skeleton crew, the IRS says it will begin accepting 2018 paper and electronic tax returns on January 28, 2019.
Is There Still Time to Pay 2018 Bonuses and Deduct Them on Your 2018 Return?
There aren’t too many things businesses can do after a year ends to reduce tax liability for that year. However, you might be able to pay employee bonuses for 2018 in 2019 and still deduct them on your 2018 tax return.
Do You Know How to Conduct an Effective Post-M&A Audit?
So, you’re about to merge with another company. What’s next? The integration process typically starts with audited financial statements that reflect the results and financial position of the combined entity.
Lessons from Marriott/Starwood: Updates as of January 7, 2019
Update (January 7, 2019): As Marriott International continues to release more details about its data breach, there is both good news and bad.
Fraudulent Transfer Laws Could Sabotage Your Estate Plan
Estate planning aims to help individuals achieve several important goals — primary among them, transferring wealth to loved ones at the lowest possible tax cost.