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Consider a cost segregation study – It’s one way to boost your cash flow
Spring 2020
Newsletter: Management & Tax Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 441
Abstract: For businesses planning to buy, build or substantially improve real property, a cost segregation study can help accelerate depreciation deductions, reducing taxes and boosting cash flow. Lookback studies can also be done for prior years. This article explains how cost segregation studies work and how tax deductions are recovered.
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SCOTUS strikes down ban on immoral or scandalous trademark registration
Year End 2019
Newsletter: Ideas on Intellectual Property Law
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 441
Abstract: Just two years after ruling that a ban against the registration of disparaging trademarks was a violation of the First Amendment and thus unconstitutional, the U.S. Supreme Court has proven that it wasn’t a fluke. It recently held that a ban against registration of immoral or scandalous trademarks is unconstitutional as well. This article summarizes the case and how the decision implicates previously rejected and pending trademarks found to have violated the bar. Iancu v. Brunetti, No. 18-302, June 24, 2019, U.S.
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Using cost segregation studies for like-kind exchanges
July / August 2019
Newsletter: Real Estate Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 441
Abstract: Property owners have long turned to cost segregation studies to take advantage of accelerated depreciation methods, including bonus depreciation and Internal Revenue Code Section 179 expense deductions. Accelerated first-year deductions don’t change the total amount of tax that’s owed over an asset’s useful life, but they do change the timing of deductions, which lowers taxes and generates extra cash flow in the year an asset is placed in service. This article examines how, thanks to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), the studies may also help taxpayers secure greater tax savings in so-called “like-kind” exchanges under Sec. 1031.
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Save more with retirement savings accounts
April / May 2019
Newsletter: Focus
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 441
Abstract: To help people save more for retirement, limits on the amounts they can contribute to many types of retirement plans have increased. This article looks at some common retirement plans and specifies how the limits have changed for each one. The article suggests that boosting contributions this year could both reduce this year’s tax bill and increase retirement savings.
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News for Nonprofits – Chatbots can help you do more for less
Year End 2018
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 441
Abstract: This issue’s “News for Nonprofits” focuses on chatbots that can help nonprofits get more done, charity athletic events that are facing financial obstacles, a new feature in Amazon’s popular virtual voice assistant, and an expansion of Facebook’s Workplace chat and communication platform.
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The homegrown advantage – Consider a community bank for your next loan
November / December 2018
Newsletter: Real Estate Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 441
Abstract: Real estate developers and owners often overlook community banks as a source of financing. But these lenders offer some distinct advantages for borrowers who understand what “homegrown” banks consider when making lending decisions. This article highlights the advantages of using a community bank for real estate loans.
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Newsbits – Nonprofits need to appeal to donors’ self-images
Winter 2018
Newsletter: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofits
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 441
Abstract: This issue’s “Newsbits” covers findings by psychologists that fundraising appeals are more successful when they target shared goals or individual achievements; a proposed Accounting Standards Update that would affect accounting for grants and contributions; congressional interest in college endowments; and a mobile payments application that’s popular with Millennials.
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Using your ESOP as a corporate finance tool
June / July 2017
Newsletter: Public Company Insights
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 441
Abstract: The employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) is best known as a valuable qualified retirement plan. But an ESOP can also serve as a powerful corporate finance tool. This brief article summarizes how ESOPs work and how to use them to help raise capital.
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What’s the outlook for FLPs?
March / April 2017
Newsletter: Viewpoint on Value
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 441
Abstract: The viability of family limited partnerships (FLPs) and other family-controlled entities is uncertain. This article discusses recent public feedback to an IRS proposal issued in August 2016 that was intended to curb abusive estate planning practices involving these entities. Despite IRS enthusiasm for the proposal, this article explains how it may not be a priority under the new administration.
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So you just filed your taxes — could an audit be next?
April 2017
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 441
Abstract: Many people feel a great sense of relief wash over them after their tax returns are completed and filed. Unfortunately, even professionally prepared and accurate returns may sometimes be subject to an IRS audit. This article describes why, and how to respond should an audit notice arrive in the mail.
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So you just filed your taxes — could an audit be next?
Spring 2017
Newsletter: Business Matters
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 441
Abstract: Many people feel a great sense of relief wash over them after their tax returns are completed and filed. Unfortunately, even professionally prepared and accurate returns may sometimes be subject to an IRS audit. This article describes why, and how to respond should an audit notice arrive in the mail.
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In the News – New accounting standard changes the rules for leases
June / July 2016
Newsletter: Commercial Lending Report
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 441
Abstract: A new financial reporting standard issued by the FASB may require borrowers to re-evaluate their leasing decisions. This article discusses how the updated guidance differs from current lease accounting practice and explains how lenders can help borrowers as they implement the changes.
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Study sheds light on “consumerism” and hospital revenues
Fall 2015
Newsletter: Healthcare Management Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 441
Abstract: Hospitals have seen many changes take a toll on their revenues in recent years. One change that significantly affects the bottom line is the rise of “consumerism” in health care as patients become more involved with, and assume more responsibility for, purchasing decisions. This article looks at a study that covers the importance of upfront fee collection and provides fee collection solutions.
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Contemporaneous recordkeeping key to avoiding loss limitations
April 2015
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 441
Abstract: Taxpayers who run up tax losses in a business must be prepared to prove that one of the material participation tests was passed to avoid having the losses characterized as a passive activity loss (PAL) that cannot be currently deducted. In general, an individual taxpayer can meet the material participation standard by passing one of seven tests outlined in the regulations and described in this article.
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The Contractor’s Corner – What’s the big deal about telematics?
Winter 2015
Newsletter: On-Site
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 441
Abstract: Under a simple definition, telematics is the electronic transmission of information from machine parts to a central database. In the last few years, software developers have stepped up their games in offering systems that deliver practical data about vehicles and heavy equipment to contractors and their fleet managers. This article explains how telematics can help contractors save money on vehicle maintenance.
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Carter v. Clements Walker – The dangers of speculation
September / October 2014
Newsletter: Valuation & Litigation Briefing / Litigation & Valuation Report
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 441
Abstract: Speculative damages calculations usually are insufficient to support a damages award — even if presented by an expert. In a recent case, Carter v. Clements Walker, the plaintiff learned this lesson the hard way when the North Carolina Superior Court threw out his $33 million claim on a motion for summary judgment. This brief article goes over the main points of the case, noting the importance of working with a valuator to ensure damages conclusions are based on solid evidence rather than speculation. Carter v. Clements Walker, No. 08 CVS 4333 (N.C. Superior Ct. 1/10/14)