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Tax Tips – Avoid capital gains tax with QSBS
July / August 2023
Newsletter: Tax Impact
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 425
Abstract: These brief tips explain how qualified small business stock can help avoid capital gains tax; detail a U.S. Tax Court case that involves splitting assets among more than one charity; and warn taxpayers of scams involving offers in compromise.
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How can contractors use wearable technology?
Summer 2022
Newsletter: Construction Industry Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 425
Abstract: Construction companies are increasingly using wearable technology to improve the building process. The term refers to a wide variety of hands-free, internet-connected electronic devices that can be worn directly on the body or embedded in hard hats, boots, vests or other gear. This article describes just a few uses of wearables in a construction context.
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The legal industry is resilient — but challenges remain
Spring 2022
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 425
Abstract: After experiencing a surprisingly positive year in 2020, the U.S. law firm market ended 2021 on solid economic footing. That’s according to the 2022 Report on the State of the Legal Market, issued by the Center on Ethics and the Legal Profession at Georgetown University Law Center and the Thomson Reuters Institute. This article provides some of the key findings from the most recent edition.
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Tax Tips – IRS guidance on the 100% business meal deduction
November / December 2021
Newsletter: Tax Impact
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 425
Abstract: These brief tips detail recent IRS guidance regarding 100% business meal deductions and explain how a “mega backdoor” Roth IRA works.
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Bank Wire – CFPB issues guidance on unauthorized EFTs
Fall 2021
Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 425
Abstract: This brief summary of recent trends in banking highlights Consumer Financial Protection Bureau answers to FAQs on unauthorized electronic fund transfers and discusses a Federal Reserve tool that simplifies CECL implementation. It also notes the OCC’s intention to rescind a 2020 Community Reinvestment Act rule.
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Who can file for trademark cancellation?
February / March 2021
Newsletter: Ideas on Intellectual Property Law
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 425
Abstract: The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit recently held that parties can pursue cancellation of a trademark even if they don’t show a proprietary interest in the contested mark. This article reviews the case and why owners of registered trademarks could see an uptick in attempts to cancel those marks. Australian Therapeutic Supplies Pty. Ltd. v. Naked TM, LLC, No. 19-1567 (Fed. Cir. July 27, 2020).
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AICPA finalizes fair value guidance for investment companies
January / February 2020
Newsletter: Viewpoint on Value
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 425
Abstract: The AICPA recently finalized guidance for investment companies on determining the fair value of their portfolio company investments. This article highlights a few key issues covered in this extensive guide: the market participant’s perspective, the valuation of debt and calibration.
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AICPA finalizes fair value guidance for investment companies
January / February 2020
Newsletter: Valuation & Litigation Briefing / Litigation & Valuation Report
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 425
Abstract: The AICPA recently finalized guidance for investment companies on determining the fair value of their portfolio company investments. This article highlights a few key issues covered in this extensive guide: the market participant’s perspective, the valuation of debt and calibration.
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Act now to save 2019 taxes on your investments
November 2019
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 425
Abstract: Taxpayers with investments outside of tax-advantaged retirement plans might still have time to reduce their 2019 tax bills by selling some investments. One key question is: Which ones? This article offers sound advice on how to start making the right choices about selling.
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News for Nonprofits – Netflix changes the landscape for donor retention
August / September 2019
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 425
Abstract: This issue’s “News for Nonprofits” highlights donor retention lessons that can be learned from Netflix’s customer retention success and how higher-education fundraisers are fearing U.S. congressional and donor ramifications from the highly publicized college admissions scandal. It also spotlights how the New Markets Tax Credit program is becoming popular among some nonprofits trying to secure funding for projects in economically distressed areas.
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Crowdfunding comes to CRE
January / February 2019
Newsletter: Real Estate Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 425
Abstract: Kickstarter and other popular crowdfunding platforms are used to obtain funding from individual investors for everything from independent movies and music to health care and legal expenses. In the past few years, crowdfunding platforms have also popped up to offer individuals a way to invest in commercial real estate (CRE) projects. This article examines how this alternative form of financing could pay off for both investors and developers.
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News for Nonprofits – Report digs into Millennials’ work for causes
April / May 2018
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 425
Abstract: This issue’s “News for Nonprofits” highlights the results of the Millennial Impact Report; new reports available at Charity Navigator; and a new dollar-amount record for Giving Tuesday.
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Don’t get taxed twice on nondeductible IRA contributions
January / February 2018
Newsletter: Planning for Prosperity / Wealth Management Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 425
Abstract: Taxpayers who make nondeductible contributions to a traditional IRA need to understand the tax treatment of distributions to ensure they’re not taxed twice on the same income. This article explains the risk and how to mitigate it.
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News for Nonprofits – Are “optional” property taxes for NFPs on the way?
Year End 2017
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 425
Abstract: This issue’s “News for Nonprofits” reports on local governments looking for ways to impose property taxes on nonprofits; low interest rates prompting nonprofits to make financial changes; and a report on LGBTQ employment discrimination. An item on “limited-life” foundations, which are drawing growing donor interest, also is included.
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Bank Wire – Impact of new lease accounting standard on regulatory capital
Fall 2017
Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 425
Abstract: This summary of recent developments in banking looks at the impact of a revised lease accounting standard on a bank’s regulatory capital. It also discusses the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency’s updated risk management guidance for third-party relationships. In addition, the article notes that federal contractors with 50 or more employees and a single government contract of $50,000 or more are required to maintain a written affirmative action plan, and explains the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s recent rule that limits predispute arbitration agreements in certain financial contracts.
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The changing face of identity theft – Thieves use personal data to manufacture synthetic identities
September / October 2017
Newsletter: Advocate's Edge / Litigation Support
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 425
Abstract: People have been worried by the prospect of identity theft for decades. This article introduces another type of identity fraud that’s lesser known but potentially riskier: synthetic identity fraud. This article explains how these scams typically work and what’s at stake.