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How to calculate depletion expense

ThomsonReuters

Jump to: What is depletion expense? Who can claim depletion expenses? How to calculate depletion expense Depletion vs. depreciation Managing depletion expenses Clients in the mining, timber, and oil and gas industries must invest a lot of time, money, and resources to extract natural resources from the earth and transform them into useful products for consumers.

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Annual Financial Planning for Startups: Part-Two, Projections & Plans

BurklandAssociates

Part two of a three-part series focused on helping growing startups budget and plan for success in the new year. The post Annual Financial Planning for Startups: Part-Two, Projections & Plans appeared first on Burkland.

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Sales Tax Horror Stories: Adding new products without checking taxability

TaxConnex

Adding a new product is great, new revenue streams are wonderful. Just don’t let sales tax turn the situation into a nightmare. Think “nightmare” is too strong? Consider: Your new product is not taxed but should have been. In the first year, your sales total is $100,000 (the economic nexus threshold in many states) and grows 20% annually over the next three years, for a total of $364,000 in sales.

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Three Tips for When Your Small Business Needs to Raise Funds

CPA Practice

By Angela Ruth, Kiplinger Consumer News Service (TNS) Trying to start a business or take one to the next level can be expensive. You might be increasing your staffing, starting a marketing campaign or developing a new product. Self-funding is often recommended, but that isn’t a possibility for everyone. Getting a business loan from your bank is certainly a possibility, but there are other funding sources available.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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Cannabis faces persistent tax issues — but that could change

Accounting Today

The classification of marijuana as a Schedule I controlled substance has put cannabis businesses in a bind as far as federal taxes go, even as more states move to legalize the plant.

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Legal Expert Recommends Regular Audit of AI Tools Used for Employment

CPA Practice

By Christopher Wood, CPP. On September 11, 2023, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced that a China-based tutoring company agreed to settle an employment discrimination lawsuit that claimed the employer programmed its online software to automatically reject applicants based on their age, in violation of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) (see Payroll Guide ¶20,480 ).

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What the tax gap tells us

Accounting Today

The IRS's most recent study of how much taxpayers aren't paying suggests some important priorities going forward.

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Which Cities are Most or Least Likely to Survive a Zombie Apocalypse?

CPA Practice

If there were a zombie apocalypse, would your city prevail or be overrun by the walking dead? For a Halloween survey, CareerBuilder conducted a totally scientific and, of course, completely 100 percent feasible, study that gauges survival rates in various cities based on their concentration of particular occupational skills and industries. The spooky “research” was comprised of a weighted index ranking the 53 largest U.S. metropolitan areas (with more than 1 million residents).

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California slashes state tax revenue outlook

Accounting Today

The Golden State is poised to fall well short of its budget forecasts as the recent stock market slump erodes the state's tax takings.

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BatchMaster for QuickBooks – Part 2

Insightful Accountant

It's 'Warehouse Wednesday' and we are returning this week to our series on BatchMaster, the application specifically designed for formula/batch processing that integrates with QuickBooks.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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Companies brace for new sustainability rules

Accounting Today

Organizations are preparing themselves to comply with the SEC's climate-related disclosure rule, according to a new survey.

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Client Hub Revolutionizes Email Management for Firms with AI-Enabled Email Integration

Insightful Accountant

Client Hub, a leader in modern workflow platforms for accounting and bookkeeping firms, is proud to announce the launch of its groundbreaking AI-enabled email integration.

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CRA Modernization Final Rule: What Banks Need to Know to Prepare

Anders CPA

The Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) was enacted nearly 50 years ago to help low- and moderate-income (LMI) households access credit and financial services. Federal bank regulatory agencies have issued a final rule on the CRA with a goal of strengthening and modernizing the regulation considering changes to the banking industry that have occurred since the last significant revision in 1995.

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The Nonprofit Statement of Financial Position: What You Need to Know

inDinero Accounting

A nonprofit statement of financial position is one of several documents nonprofits can use to demonstrate where donors’ money is being spent. It’s essential for nonprofits looking to grow—but they can be complicated. In this guide, we’ll teach you the core components of the nonprofit statement of financial position and how to put one together in a way that’s as painless as possible.

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Back to Basics with Reconciliations

Join us in this webinar, where we share best practices on how to think about the reconciliation work each month, when best to do reconciliations, how they should be prepared, and some common pitfalls to avoid. Learning Objectives: This course objective is to understand how to properly prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and its impact on the financial statements.

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2023 Practice Management Buyer's Guide

Canopy Accounting

Navigating the world of practice management software can be a daunting task. This guide is designed to streamline the process, providing purchasers with the essential knowledge and tools they need to make an informed decision.

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IRS To Launch Online Registration Portal For EV Dealers

Withum

The Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) released Rev. Proc. 2023-33 on October 6, 2023, with additional information on how individuals buying used or new electric vehicles (EVs) can transfer a federal income tax credit to the auto dealership at the time of purchase, as opposed to claiming the credit on their federal income tax return. In a recent IRS National Automobile Dealers Association webinar, the IRS encouraged all auto dealerships to register as soon as the IRS Energy Credits Online Portal i

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DEI is dead. Long live DEI!

Accounting Today

Progress on DEI is picking up, according to the just-released 2023 Accounting MOVE Project results.

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Why your future clients could be very different to your current clients – and what you need to do about it

Mark Lee

You’re not alone if you’re fed up of hearing commentators, software vendors and app developers tell you what your clients are thinking. Not that they know of course. They are speculating and many are simply repeating what they have heard others say; and then mistakenly think these messages resonate with you. I’m not in practice any more and I’m certainly fed up of hearing this nonsense – as what they are saying makes no sense when they talk about your current clients.

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Usage-Based Monetization Musts: A Roadmap for Sustainable Revenue Growth

Speaker: David Warren and Kevin O’Neill Stoll

Transitioning to a usage-based business model offers powerful growth opportunities but comes with unique challenges. How do you validate strategies, reduce risks, and ensure alignment with customer value? Join us for a deep dive into designing effective pilots that test the waters and drive success in usage-based revenue. Discover how to develop a pilot that captures real customer feedback, aligns internal teams with usage metrics, and rethinks sales incentives to prioritize lasting customer eng

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MGO merges in J. Arthur Greenfield & Co.

Accounting Today

The Top 50 Firm has expanded its presence in LA.

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EY Launches a Creepy AI Campaign Just in Time For Halloween

Going Concern

Guess this will have to do until the Silent Hill 2 remake comes out. “The Face of the Future” campaign uses images of more than 200 actual EY people terrifyingly mashed together with AI voiceover. The concept, says the firm, is to show how people are at the center of AI. To highlight every individual’s facial architecture, a specially adapted one-shot StyleGAN was created.

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Small business wage growth dipped in October

Accounting Today

Growth in hourly and weekly pay at small businesses decelerated in October as job growth moderated, payroll provider Paychex reported.

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Our Next QB Talks "Rocks"

Insightful Accountant

Join Kristen Nies Ciraldo and Kelly G 'Rocks' for the next 'QB Talks,' Nov. 8, at 2 p.m. (EST). The 'over the top' pair will take you on a tour of the upcoming 'QuickBooks Connect.

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Harness the Potential of Your Enterprise Knowledge

The first Market Momentum Index: AI and Unstructured Data Management, conducted by Deep Analysis with support from AIIM and M-Files, surveyed 500 enterprises across various industries to assess their readiness to employ AI. The results reveal that AI is already far more embedded into organizations' operations than previously realized. These findings and more insights have been brought to you in the "Market Momentum Index: AI and Unstructured Data Management.

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The Nonprofit Statement of Financial Position: What You Need to Know

inDinero Accounting

A nonprofit statement of financial position is one of several documents nonprofits can use to demonstrate where donors’ money is being spent. It’s essential for nonprofits looking to grow—but they can be complicated. In this guide, we’ll teach you the core components of the nonprofit statement of financial position and how to put one together in a way that’s as painless as possible.

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How will AI affect accounting jobs?

ThomsonReuters

Jump to: How is AI affecting accounting? Is AI replacing accounting jobs? What is AI automating in accounting? Can AI do accounting? How to use AI to innovate Artificial intelligence (AI) is making its presence felt across many industries—and the accounting profession is no exception. While 51% of accounting professionals believe that ChatGPT and generative AI should be applied to tax, accounting, and audit work, opinions are divided about the usefulness of AI tools.

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Federal Tax Credits Available for Energy-Efficient Improvements

Dent Moses

You may be able to benefit from enhanced residential energy credits as a result The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credits Building envelope components and energy property qualify: Exterior doors (30% of costs up to $250 per door) Exterior windows or skylights (30% of costs up to $600) Insulation materials (30% of costs) Residential energy property like air conditioners and water heaters (30% of cost up to $600 per item) Requirements Simply buying a replacemen

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Self-serve Time to Pay for VAT

Inform Accounting

For some time, taxpayers within Self Assessment have been able to set up a Time to Pay arrangement online, allowing them to pay their tax bill in instalments if they cannot pay it in full and on time. The facility to set up their own Time to Pay arrangement has now been extended to VAT-registered businesses.

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Solve Your Firm's Automation Complexities Once and For All

Speaker: Mark Stovel

When it comes to automating, many firms focus on finding the latest tech, believing that efficiency is something achieved through new tools. Yet true efficiency is achieved by delivering real value to clients, not merely by upgraded systems. Without a clear approach, no level of automation can overcome the complexities of serving every client’s needs.

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MGO to Expand in Los Angeles by Merging in J. Arthur Greenfield

CPA Practice

MGO (Macias Gini & O’Connell), a top 50 CPA firm based in Los Angeles, said on Tuesday it will be combining with fellow LA accounting firm J. Arthur Greenfield & Co. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. J. Arthur Greenfield’s team of 20 staff and four partners are expected to join MGO’s Century City office at the end of the year. Kevin O’Connell “With complementary service lines and a shared commitment to providing team members with an amazing experience, we’re proud to welcom

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Dext Prepare - Business finances, made easy

Inform Accounting

You’re in business to do business, not paperwork. Dext is the business expense tracker that tracks, reads and stores your receipts and invoices on the go, so you can focus less on finance and more of your time on what really matters: growing your business.

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Holiday Travel Blues: Southwest Could Face Big Fines for 2022 Holiday Meltdown

CPA Practice

By Alexandra Skores, The Dallas Morning News. (via TNS) Southwest Airlines said that because of its December operational disruption, the Dallas-based airline could be subject to fines or penalties from the Department of Transportation. The Department of Transportation told Southwest on Oct. 27 that the air carrier “failed to provide adequate customer service assistance, prompt flight status notifications and proper and prompt refunds,” leading to a potential civil penalty, according to a governm

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In the blogs: Watchful eyes

Accounting Today

Automation pitfalls; partners in meetings; offering financial planning; and other highlights from our favorite tax bloggers.

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It Takes Two to Tango

With automation, you’ll reduce errors and save valuable time, allowing you to focus on what really matters: strategic analysis and insightful decision-making. Picture accurate financial reports ready at your fingertips, giving you the confidence to tackle business challenges head-on. Embracing automation not only boosts productivity but also elevates your role from number cruncher to closing rockstar.