Income tax provision considerations for financial statement preparers
by RSM US LLP | Feb 6, 2023
Financial statement preparers should consider the impact of new tax laws and regulations on income tax calculations and disclosures in their 2022 financial statements.
Tax Court permits limited energy tax deduction for engineering firm
by RSM US LLP | Feb 3, 2023
The Tax Court held that section 179D does not require a subjective intent to meet energy savings targets.
Cautionary tale: Owner personally liable for sales tax
by RSM US LLP | Jan 30, 2023
A New York administrative law judge found an owner to be a responsible person and personally liable for unpaid sales and use taxes.
Preparing for state section 174 differences
by RSM US LLP | Jan 25, 2023
State conformity to section 174 and potential congressional action require taxpayers to plan ahead and stay flexible as compliance season approaches.
Making the right choice to manage your transition to ASC 842
by RSM US LLP | Jan 11, 2023
With the ASC 842 lease accounting deadline approaching quickly for private companies, organizations must act now to implement an effective solution.
State taxation of digital assets evolves as legislatures return
by RSM US LLP | Jan 9, 2023
State digital asset tax policy progressed in 2022 and could make further strides in 2023, despite decreased enthusiasm for certain digital assets.
IRS announces updated Reference Standard for section 179D
by RSM US LLP | Jan 6, 2023
New standards affirmed for energy efficient commercial buildings deductions, but old standards apply for several more years.
Key takeaways for employers under the SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022
by RSM US LLP | Jan 6, 2023
SECURE 2.0 Act significantly changes the tax rules governing qualified retirement plans and individual retirement accounts (IRAs).
2023 annual revenue procedures updates for exempt organizations
by RSM US LLP | Jan 4, 2023
IRS 2023 annual revenue procedures have limited changes affecting exempt organizations.
With no year-end tax package, businesses face unfavorable changes
by RSM US LLP | Dec 22, 2022
Businesses must contend with several unfavorable tax changes after no significant business tax provisions appeared in a year-end omnibus package.
FASB Proposes Changes to Lease Accounting Rules
by KHA Accountants, PLLC | Dec 22, 2022
The Financial Accounting Standards Board recently issued a proposed Accounting Standards Update for Leases (Topic 842). The update addresses related-party arrangements between entities under common control. This video provides an overview of the proposed changes.
The battle for retention: What do workers want?
by RSM US LLP | Dec 2, 2022
With middle market companies focusing on employee retention, a new RSM survey details how workers currently feel and what they want in the workplace.
Tax withholding for equity compensation
by RSM US LLP | Dec 2, 2022
Employment and income tax withholding rules for equity compensation
Schedules K-2 and K-3 draft instructions for tax year 2022
by RSM US LLP | Nov 20, 2022
Pass-through entities and partners alike should understand the compliance changes associated with the IRS’s recent release of updated draft Schedules K-2 and K-3.
10 smart moves for real estate investors and operators at year’s end
by RSM US LLP | Nov 17, 2022
As we close the books on 2022, RSM’s real estate senior analyst Scott Helberg shares 10 important year-end resolutions for real estate investors to consider
Five Steps to Recognizing Revenue in Financials
by KHA Accountants, PLLC | Nov 8, 2022
The FASB and IASB have provided standards for properly recognizing revenue in your financials. Using a five step process, companies recognize revenue based on the value and timing of when control of the goods and services are transferred to the customer. Learn about the standards and how to properly recognize revenue for your company.
Year-end tax planning considerations
by RSM US LLP | Nov 4, 2022
Tax planning considerations for businesses and individuals approaching the end of 2022.
IRS makes statements on CARES Act Employee Retention Tax Credit risks
by RSM US LLP | Oct 31, 2022
On Oct. 19, 2022 the IRS issued a news release warning employers to be wary of third parties who have ramped up campaigns to try and get employers to claim the CARES Act Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) when they may not actually qualify.
Independence for auditing employee benefit plans updated
by RSM US LLP | Oct 25, 2022
DOL has issued an interpretive bulletin updating independence requirements for audits of employee benefit plans.
IRS releases 2023 tax inflation adjustments
by RSM US LLP | Oct 19, 2022
IRS releases inflation adjustments for 2023. Inflation adjustments impact individual tax brackets and other various provisions of the Code.
IRS provides simplified measures for correcting common S corporation missteps
by RSM US LLP | Oct 18, 2022
IRS Rev. Proc. 2022-19 provides S corporations with simplified procedures to resolve common issues without a private letter ruling.
Is your managed service provider as secure as you think?
by RSM US LLP | Oct 14, 2022
As attack methods become more sophisticated and widespread, no organization is immune to suffering a cybersecurity breach. The key to protecting your business is developing controls to make you less of a target and limit potential damage, as well as implementing a comprehensive strategy to react if you fall victim to an attack.
FASB to propose changes to related party leases guidance
by RSM US LLP | Oct 6, 2022
The FASB recently voted to issue proposals on the determination of an arrangement as a lease and the financial reporting requirements for related party lease arrangements for certain entities.
One year extension of research credit transition period
by RSM US LLP | Oct 5, 2022
IRS R&D credit refund claim transition period extended one year.
State income tax law changes for the third quarter of 2022
by RSM US LLP | Oct 3, 2022
A summary of important state and local income tax updates enacted during the quarter ending Sept. 30, 2022, which may impact the computation of current and deferred tax provisions under ASC 740.
The dilemma of dealer or investor classifications for real estate
by RSM US LLP | Sep 30, 2022
The actions taken throughout the life cycle of a real estate investment determine whether specific real estate is held for investment or held as dealer property.
Treasury releases technical corrections to final FTC regulations
by RSM US LLP | Sep 29, 2022
IRS releases a set of technical corrections (2022-15867 and 2022-15868) to calm taxpayer concerns regarding the final FTC regulations.
Avoid these common pitfalls when establishing a retirement plan
by RSM US LLP | Sep 28, 2022
When establishing a retirement plan, be sure to avoid common missteps when setting up your company’s retirement plan.
How the Student Loan Debt Relief Plan works
by RSM US LLP | Sep 23, 2022
President Biden announced a plan to extend the pause on student loan repayments and offer student loan forgiveness to millions of borrowers. Under the Student Loan Debt Relief Plan, eligible borrowers will have up to $20,000 of their student loans forgiven. Watch this video to learn more about the program.
10 issues that affect wealth preservation and what you can do about them
by RSM US LLP | Sep 22, 2022
Wealth preservation issues and strategies for multigenerational wealth; how to prioritize grantor intent for future generations while minimizing taxes and reducing conflict.