ASU 2017-12: “Targeted Improvements for Hedging Activities” – Interest Rate Swaps

Forming an LLC

Let’s discuss LLCs! This is a very common business type but so many people (even those who OWN an LLC) do not actually realize what an LLC is… or what it could be. This is a great place to start if you are considering starting a business or getting your already...
ASU 2017-12: “Targeted Improvements for Hedging Activities” – Interest Rate Swaps

Sales and Use Tax: Pennsylvania Adopts Economic Nexus

In response to the U.S. Supreme Court’s Wayfair decision, effective July 1, 2019, taxpayers that exceed the PA sales threshold of $100,000 must: –          Register for a license –          Collect, report, and remit sales tax Marketplace Facilitator: A...
ASU 2017-12: “Targeted Improvements for Hedging Activities” – Interest Rate Swaps

Delaware Creates Angel Investor Credit

The Angel Investor Job Creation and Innovation Act created a personal income tax credit for qualified investments in certain Delaware based small businesses. It is a refundable tax credit worth up to 25% of the investment. Qualified investors and high tech small...
ASU 2017-12: “Targeted Improvements for Hedging Activities” – Interest Rate Swaps

Preparing for the Year End

As 2019 is beginning, there are several things clients can do to begin to prepare for the upcoming audit and/ or tax return request lists sent by their accountants.  Sometimes these lists can feel overwhelming and daunting but here are a few things clients can do...
ASU 2017-12: “Targeted Improvements for Hedging Activities” – Interest Rate Swaps

Get tax benefits of Appreciated Stock Donations!

Donating appreciated stock from your investment portfolio instead of cash has two benefits. First, you can claim charitable deductions equal to the stock’s fair market value if you itemize deductions. Second, you can avoid the tax on the unrealized capital gains of...
ASU 2017-12: “Targeted Improvements for Hedging Activities” – Interest Rate Swaps

New ASU Simplifies VIE Disclosure

On October 31, 2018, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) released an Accounting Standards Update (ASU) which simplified variable interest entity disclosure requirements for private companies. All private companies with VIE consideration should be aware of...
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