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When managing taxes, “tax shelter” often comes up in conversations. But what exactly are tax shelters, and why might they not always be the best...
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The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) was boosted by $80 billion in new funding stemming from the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. Tax planning and compliance...
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In recent years, the accounting industry has witnessed a significant transformation with the game-changing force of AI (Artificial Intelligence). As society navigates this technological shift,...
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When you are first starting a business, tax planning strategies should be a cornerstone of all your foundational decisions. Business accounting is a lifelong venture....
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