Archive for June, 2018

Edelstein Celebrates 50- Our Staff

A key and critical piece to the success of any business is its people.  It’s the people that build and cultivate relationships, create firm culture, generate business and contribute to our firm’s recognition in the

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May/June 2018 Nonprofit Newsletter

This month’s newsletter includes the following topics: Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) & UBIT Ramifications on Employee Benefits FASB Issues Clarifying Guidance on Accounting for Grants and Contributions IRS Releases New Revenue Procedure 2018-32

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Tax Alert- Supreme Court Opens Door to Taxation of Online Sales

In a much-anticipated ruling that confounded the expectations of many court watchers, the U.S. Supreme Court has given state and local governments the green light to impose sales taxes on out-of-state online sales. The 5-4

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Accounting & Audit Alert- Which intangibles should private firms report following a merger?

2018 is expected to be a hot year for mergers and acquisitions. But accounting for these transactions under U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) can be complicated, especially if the deal involves intangible assets. Fortunately,

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Tax Alert- The Tax Impact of the TCJA on Estate Planning

The massive changes the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) made to income taxes have garnered the most attention. But the new law also made major changes to gift and estate taxes. While the TCJA

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Accounting & Audit Alert- Auditing related-party transactions

Business owners generally prefer to work with entities they know and trust. But related-party transactions can provide opportunities for individuals to act in a manner that’s inconsistent with the interests of shareholders. That’s why auditors

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New Video: Operating Value for Food, Beverage and Restaurant Industry

In this video, Business Valuation supervisor Ross Yogel, discusses building operating value in the food, beverage and restaurant industry. He reviews the three key ingredients of operating value: cash flow, risk and growth.  Yogel also

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Tax Alert- Factor in State and Local Taxes When Deciding Where to Live in Retirement

Many Americans relocate to another state when they retire. If you’re thinking about such a move, state and local taxes should factor into your decision. Income, property and sales tax Choosing a state that has

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