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Are You Charging Enough? Why You Should Raise Your Prices

Randal DeHart

There comes a time for every small business to raise its prices. While it may seem scary, remember that it's your job to keep costs fair for you and your customers. That means you have to charge prices that work for you and allow you to remain in business. Am I Not Charging Enough? Knowledge leads to profits and cash flow. What makes knowledge powerful?

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Does the Kiddie Tax Affect Your Family?

RogerRossmeisl

Many people wonder how they can save taxes by transferring assets into their children’s names. This tax strategy is called income shifting. It seeks to take income out of your higher tax bracket and place it in the lower tax brackets of your children. While some tax savings are available through this approach, the “kiddie tax” rules impose substantial limitations if: The child hasn’t reached age 18 before the close of the tax year, or The child’s earned income doesn’t exceed half of his or her s

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7 Advantages of Accounting Software You Can’t Beat

Patriot Software

As a busy business owner, you’re always looking for ways to save your time and money. And, you certainly don’t want to waste your precious time, energy, and hard-earned cash on accounting tasks. The solution? Accounting software. Along with saving your money and time, there are plenty of other advantages of accounting software. Ready to […] READ MORE.

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5 reasons you need continuity in a sales tax provider

TaxConnex

Consistent (i.e., “good”) service is a nice thing to have in any industry. In a field that changes as fast as sales tax, it’s a necessity. But providers have their own business priorities as well and if customer service isn’t at the top of their list, changes could end up harming you. Maybe they’ve priced themselves out of your range or discontinued the service you need, or have become too big to match your specific needs.

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Forecasting Failures Are Costly: Here's How To Fix Them

Speaker: Dave Sackett

Traditional budgeting and forecasting methods can no longer keep pace with today’s rapidly evolving business environment. Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty. To stay ahead, finance leaders must leverage a future-forward approach—one that leverages real-time data, predictive analytics, and continuous planning to drive smarter financial decisions.

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IRS/Energy Dept Issue Guidance, List of Cars Eligible for Revised EV Credit

RogerRossmeisl

On its website, the IRS has issued guidance on accessing the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022’s tax credits for electric vehicles (“Plug-in Electric Drive Vehicle Credit at a Glance”), while the Energy Department listed credit-eligible cars, trucks, and SUVs (“List of Vehicles with Final Assembly in North America”) on 8/16/22, just hours after President Biden signed the law.

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CPA Who Gave Up Public Accounting to Drive an 18-Wheeler Says He Made More Money Driving a Truck

Going Concern

*post image is not Steve, just some guy from iStock. Letters to the editor are great because they clue you in to how a reader identifies with what you’ve written and often the writer will share their own experience viewed through the lens of your story. In this case, the reader-submitted letter we’re about to share with you was written not to us but to Fortune in regards to this August 15 article about the struggle to find accounting and finance talent (we wrote our own take on Delo

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IRS will wipe away $1.2B in late fees from pandemic

Accounting Today

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5 mistakes you make when quoting fees to new clients

Mark Lee

One of the many recurring topics in my conversations wth accountants is their approach to quoting fees. Twice in the last week I have been asked my view on fee quotes sent out by accountants I am mentoring. They are not alone. I know from my webinars and group sessions that plenty of sole practitioners are frustrated by the same issue. In each of the most recent cases I noted that the accountants had made similar mistakes.

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Not Knowing Legal vs. Illegal Payroll Deductions Can Cost You Big Time

Patriot Software

Part of being an employer means running payroll. And chances are, you probably have to deal with a few types of payroll deductions, like 401(k) or health insurance, when paying employees. But, what happens when you have to deal with a deduction that you don’t have consent for, like a correction for a payroll error? […] READ MORE.

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The Auto Industry is Likely to Decline in Enterprise Value

RogerRossmeisl

Excerpt of an article posted to the ARK Invest website on 7/15/22 According to the research of ARK Invest, during the next five years the auto industry as measured in units will grow, but as measured by enterprise value, it will shrink. In 2021, the number of light vehicles sold globally was 78 million and the enterprise value of automakers, roughly $3.5 trillion.

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Are Robots Replacing You? Keeping Humans in the Loop in Automated Environments

Speaker: Erroll Amacker

As businesses increasingly adopt automation, finance leaders must navigate the delicate balance between technology and human expertise. This webinar explores the critical role of human oversight in accounts payable (AP) automation and how a people-centric approach can drive better financial performance. Join us for an insightful discussion on how integrating human expertise into automated workflows enhances decision-making, reduces fraud risks, strengthens vendor relationships, and accelerates R

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Employee Documentation: Tips & Examples to Save Your Startup Money

BurklandAssociates

Employee documentation can help your company raise that next round of funding and mitigate any allegations of unfair employment practices. The post Employee Documentation: Tips & Examples to Save Your Startup Money appeared first on Burkland.

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Cyber Insurance Requires Implementation of Controls

Withum

Many organizations have been surprised when they find that cyber insurance premiums have gone up and they now have less coverage. Some organizations are not able to renew their insurance pending proof of meeting the insurance company’s requirements that they have the controls needed to protect and defend themselves against cyberattacks. In another organization, a cyber insurance company denied their renewal because they could not clearly identify their cyber risk which the insurance company stat

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 August ‘22 Acterys Product Updates

Acterys

This month, we are again releasing major improvements for Acterys. Our development team has been pretty busy working on significant functionality improvements and new features to make your experience with our products better in terms of speed, usability, security, and ease of use. We have added multiple new features, new Apps, upgraded Power BI visuals with refined functions, and enhanced overall application security.

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Tax Obligations if Your Business Closes its Doors

RogerRossmeisl

Sadly, many businesses have been forced to shut down recently due to the pandemic and the economy. If this is your situation, we can assist you, including taking care of the various tax responsibilities that must be met. Of course, a business must file a final income tax return and some other related forms for the year it closes its doors. The type of return to be filed depends on the type of business you have.

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Book of Secrets on the Month-End Close

Based off SkyStem's popular e-Book, the book of secrets to the month-end close will be revealed in this one-hour webinar. Learn leading practices when it comes to building a strong and sustainable month-end close that has room to grow and evolve. Learn about the power of precise estimates, why reconciliations are critical to closing the books, how and when to automate, and how the chart of accounts play into your close process.

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TaxConnex™ Chosen to Speak at Two GSCPA Events This Fall and Exhibiting this Week at the Southeastern Accounting Show!

TaxConnex

We are excited to announce that we have been chosen by the Georgia Society of CPAs to speak at two events this fall and exhibit at this week’s Southeastern Accounting Show ! “We are excited to work with GSCPA at these three events” explained TaxConnex Partner and Chief Revenue Officer, Brian Greer. “It’s been a long time since these events have been in person and we’re glad to be back out there speaking and meeting with our partners, clients, and future clients.

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Why Creating a New Job to Retain Someone Can Be a Bad Idea

BurklandAssociates

You most likely have bought yourself a short amount of time with this employee before the same issues that caused them to look happen again. The post Why Creating a New Job to Retain Someone Can Be a Bad Idea appeared first on Burkland.

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IRS Announces Broad-Based Penalty Relief

Withum

On August 24, 2022, the IRS issued Notice 2022-36 to announce broad-based penalty relief for certain failure to file penalties with respect to tax returns for taxable years 2019 and 2020 as long as they are filed by September 30, 2022. The Notice also provides relief from certain information return penalties with respect to taxable year 2019 returns that were filed on or before August 1, 2020, and with respect to taxable year 2020 returns that were filed on or before August 1, 2021.

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How to Treat Business Website Costs for Tax Purposes

RogerRossmeisl

These days, most businesses have websites. But surprisingly, the IRS hasn’t issued formal guidance on when website costs can be deducted. Fortunately, established rules that generally apply to the deductibility of business costs provide business taxpayers launching a website with some guidance as to the proper treatment of the costs. Plus, businesses can turn to IRS guidance that applies to software costs.

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How To Break Digital Transformation Barriers And Accelerate AI Adoption

Speaker: Anna Tiomina, MBA

AI is reshaping industries, yet finance remains one of the slowest adopters. Concerns over compliance, legacy systems, and data silos have made finance teams hesitant to embrace AI-driven transformation. But delaying adoption isn’t just about efficiency—it’s about staying competitive in a rapidly evolving landscape. How can finance leaders overcome these challenges and start leveraging AI effectively?

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ATTENTION: There Is Currently a Nationwide Adderall Shortage

Going Concern

This is devastating news for public accounting. Bloomberg : Nearly two-thirds of community pharmacies had trouble ordering the popular attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder drug Adderall at the end of July and beginning of August, at a time when demand is at all-time highs. The National Community Pharmacists Association surveyed store owners and managers about their experiences purchasing brand and generic Adderall between July 25 and Aug. 5.

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QBO Monday Minute: New Employee Details Screen

Intuitive Accountant

To help you keep up with the many innovative features at Intuit, Liz Scott tells you everything you need to know about the new Quickbooks Online Payroll Employee Details screen.

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Eight tips to prepare for (and make the most of) Xerocon Sydney

Xero

In just a couple of weeks, accountants and bookkeepers from all over Australia, New Zealand and Asia will descend upon Sydney’s International Convention Centre (ICC) for two days of inspiration, education, connection and fun. You guessed it; we’re talking about the return of Xerocon! After a three-year hiatus, we couldn’t be more excited to bring you – our partner community – together again at the world’s most beautiful and innovative conference for cloud accounting leaders. .

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Important Considerations When Engaging in a Like-Kind Exchange

RogerRossmeisl

A business or individual might be able to dispose of appreciated real property without being taxed on the gain by exchanging it rather than selling it. You can defer tax on your gain through a “like-kind” or Section 1031 exchange. A like-kind exchange is a swap of real property held for investment or for productive use in your trade or business for like-kind investment real property or business real property.

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New Software & You: Elevating Your Tech Stack

Speaker: Joe Wroblewski, Senior Sales Engineer

Is your tech stack working for you—or are you working for it ? 🤖 In today’s world of automation and AI, technology should simplify workflows—not add complexity. Seamless integration and interconnectivity are key to maximizing productivity, optimizing workflows, and improving collaboration. Join expert Joe Wroblewski for a practical and insightful session on how you can build a smarter, more connected tech stack that drives efficiency and long-term success!

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Anyone Looking Forward to a Highly Militarized IRS SWAT Team is Going to Be Sorely Disappointed

Going Concern

Because the IRS SWAT team memes your crazy aunt Kathy is spreading on Facebook are getting out of control, the AICPA has stepped forward to clarify: no, there will not be 87,000 armed IRS agents deployed to bang down the doors of American taxpayers. From the Journal of Accountancy : Reaction to increased funding for IRS operations in the Inflation Reduction Act, P.L. 117-169, enacted Aug. 16, has featured “heated rhetoric,” but the act has also prompted real concerns regarding how th

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The Newest QuickBooks Migration Tool for Desktop to Online

Intuitive Accountant

Intuit has been working on a new QuickBooks migration tool for desktop to online. We told you about some of its efforts last spring—now those efforts are full speed ahead with the new tool.

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Payroll history is launching in Australia

Xero

This week, one of our most highly requested product updates will be going live in Xero Payroll: payroll history. We listened to you, our customers and community, and will be launching the first stage of the feature in Australia – employee records. So, what does this mean? You’ll now have an easy-to-access audit trail of changes made within Xero by a small business owner, advisor or app partner.

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California pass-through entity tax credit circumvents SALT cap

Accounting Today

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The Human Side of Finance: The Intersectionality of People, Culture, Adaptability, and Resilience

Speaker: Melissa Hurrington

Finance isn’t just about the numbers. It’s about the people behind them. In a world of constant disruption, resilient finance teams aren’t just operationally efficient. They are adaptable, engaged, and deeply connected to a strong organizational culture. Success lies at the intersection of people, culture, adaptability, and resilience. Finance leaders who master this balance will build teams that thrive through uncertainty and drive long-term business impact.

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For Payroll Adjustments, There’s Retro Pay

Patriot Software

Sometimes, payroll mistakes happen. If you pay an employee less money than you should have during a pay period, you owe them retro pay. What is retro pay? What is retro pay? Retro pay, or retroactive pay, is the compensation you owe an employee for work performed during a previous pay period. The difference between […] READ MORE.

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ADP – A Payroll & Benefits Synopsis

Intuitive Accountant

First in our Payroll and Benefits Software/Apps mini-series is ADP. From basic payroll to a full suite of HR tools, it offers services most small- to medium-sized businesses need.

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Avoiding Stock Market Ups and Downs

Withum

You cannot avoid stock market ups and downs. There will always be volatility and changes. Actually, the stock market is a vast auction, and for every seller, there is a buyer. When more people are selling, prices drift downward. When more want to buy, prices increase. Buyers see opportunities where sellers see threats. There are many situations reported in the financial news of some hotshot investors selling stocks that then increase greatly soon afterward.

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Do we need accounting firms?

Accounting Today

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Demo SkyStem’s Award Winning Month-End Close Solution & Earn $100

Is your finance team bogged down by endless data requests and disorganized spreadsheets during the month-end close? It’s time to consider a better option – automate with ART! SkyStem’s solution works alongside your ERP to transform the close and account reconciliation process and speed up month-end work. Explore SkyStem’s ART - the award-winning account reconciliation automation platform - and receive a $100 Amazon gift card as a thank you for your time.