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Understanding the 2025 Accounting Standards for Crypto Assets and Joint Ventures

By wscpa | December 10, 2025
Written by: Danielle MacKenzie, CPA, MSA Key Points Two new accounting standards are fully effective this year: ASU 2023-08 on crypto assets and ASU 2023-05 on joint venture formations  These standards change measurement and presentation requirements for 2025 financial statements …

Walter Shuffain Expands Regional Footprint with Merger of Richardson & Company

By wsadvisors | November 24, 2025
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – Walter Shuffain Advisors Inc. (Walter Shuffain), a Boston-based accounting and business advisory firm, announced today that Richardson & Company, P.C., a regional public accounting firm located in Medway, Massachusetts, has joined Walter Shuffain.   The merger strengthens…

Year-End 2025 Tax Playbook: High-Impact Moves for Business Owners and Wealthy Families

By wsadvisors | November 23, 2025
Key Points Year-end 2025 tax planning focuses on using new OBBB rules for bonus depreciation, 100% expensing of qualified production property, R&D expensing, SALT, and estate exemptions to optimize multi-year results. Business owners should model PTE elections, multistate nexus, and…

Estate Planning for 2025 and Beyond: What Massachusetts Families and Investors Need to Know

By wsadvisors | November 5, 2025
Written by: David Bryant, CPA & Michael Cooper, CPA Estate planning has always been about looking ahead, but the landscape has shifted again. With the federal One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) signed into law in 2025 and Massachusetts updating…

Strengthening Business Resilience Through Diversified Revenue Streams

By wsadvisors | October 29, 2025
Written by: Todd Ellis, CPA, MST, CGMA Key Takeaways Diversifying income helps businesses stay stable during change and uncertainty. Data-driven insights reveal which revenue opportunities will deliver the most impact and consistency. A flexible, forward-looking mindset builds the foundation for…

Understanding the New IRS Regulations on SECURE 2.0 Catch-Up Contributions for 2026

By wsadvisors | October 24, 2025
Key Takeaways Beginning in 2026, employees aged 50 or older who participate in a 401(k), 403(b), or 457(b) plan and earned more than $145,000 from their employer in the previous year must make their catch-up contributions on a Roth (after-tax)…

Developing a Long-Term Financial Vision in Times of Uncertainty

By wsadvisors | October 22, 2025
Written by: Todd Ellis, CPA, MST, CGMA Key Points  You can’t eliminate economic uncertainty, but you can prepare by setting clear goals and building flexible financial plans.  Strong cash flow, diversified revenue, and adaptable operations create resilience.  Policy changes like…

Treasury to Stop Issuing Paper Checks on September 30, 2025

By wsadvisors | October 7, 2025
Written by: David Bryant, CPA  The White House on March 25, 2025, issued Executive Order 14247, “Modernizing Payments To and From America’s Bank Account.” The executive order states that effective September 30, 2025, to the extent permitted by law, the…

Tax-Smart Retirement Planning for Business Owners

By wsadvisors | October 7, 2025
Key points  Business owners have retirement plan options beyond standard IRAs.  Solo 401(k)s, SEP IRAs, SIMPLE IRAs, and cash balance plans can unlock powerful tax savings.  The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) introduces new deductions and planning opportunities.  What Makes…

Walter Shuffain Named One of IPA’s 2025 Best of the Best CPA Firms

By wsadvisors | October 7, 2025
Walter Shuffain has been named one of Inside Public Accounting’s (IPA) 2025 Best of the Best Firms. This prestigious recognition honors firms that demonstrate exceptional performance in areas such as management, growth, strategic focus, and operational excellence. Each year, IPA…

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