Author: Jonathan Hitter The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) offers many taxpayers a break through corporate and individual tax rate reductions. However, the new legislation comes with a few thorns. One of the biggest surprises to business owners is the…
Congress Approves Sweeping Tax Reform
Author: Mark Ravera On December 20, 2017, Congress approved sweeping tax reform. The President is expected to sign the bill next week in its current form. The bill in its entirety is 588 pages. Please feel free to call us anytime…
What is a 1031 Exchange and Who Can Benefit from One?
Author: Eric Gashin, Shareholder The opportunity to defer tax is music to the ears of many. One option for those in the real estate industry is a 1031 exchange, also known as “Starker exchange” or “Like kind exchange.” Investors who…
New Revenue Recognition – 5 Steps You’ll Need to Know
Author: Jonathan Hitter, Shareholder The Financial Accounting Standards Board recently issued new revenue recognition guidance effective December 15, 2017, for public companies and December 15, 2018, for private companies. The new standard will affect all entities that enter into contracts to…
How the R&D Tax Credit Can Offset Payroll Taxes
Author: William Cooper, Shareholder Start-ups and small businesses customarily incur expenditures that may qualify for Research & Development (R&D) tax credits, but generally, these businesses don’t have the taxable profit needed to take advantage of the credit. The IRS issued guidance…





