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IRS Issues Guidance for Direct Payment of Energy Tax Credits
The IRS published a notice of proposed rulemaking, which proposes rules concerning elective payment for the monetization of energy tax credits.
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How Tribes and Tribal Organizations Can Utilize the New Markets Tax Credit
The New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) can be a powerful financing tool for Tribes and Tribal organizations. Learn details.
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Risks of Claiming Employee Retention Tax Credit Through Promoters for Dealerships
The ERTC credit has proven to be a lucrative benefit for many dealerships. However, there are risks involved. Learn more.
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Take Advantage of Washington’s Unclaimed Property Amnesty Offering
Many states require businesses to report and remit unclaimed property they hold or face penalties and interest. Through November 1, 2016, Washington’s amnesty and voluntary disclosure program gives businesses an opportunity to start fresh.
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The Successful Family Trustee
Acting as the trustee of a family trust is an honor. It’s also a huge responsibility. These five principles will help you fulfill your fiduciary responsibilities in a way that keeps personal risk in check and helps you create a positive impact.
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There’s Still Time to Update General Welfare Benefits Policies for Tribes
Tribes should update their benefits policies to comply with new law and guidance regarding when and if general welfare benefits provided to tribal members are taxable. The IRS is suspending audits and examinations until training provisions are completed.
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Claim a Refund for Texas Franchise Tax Paid on Fuel Surcharge Reimbursements
Texas trucking companies that paid the state’s franchise tax on fuel surcharge reimbursements may be able to claim a refund of that amount. We look at what practices may make your company eligible for a refund in this Alert.
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Q&A with the IRS: General Welfare Benefits for Tribes
Tribes are wrestling with the Department of Treasury’s final guidance on general welfare benefits for tribal members. In this issue of Tribal Finance Quarterly, John Saltmarsh from the IRS discusses three important issues for tribes.
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Be Wary of Fraudulent IRS Phone Calls and Emails
Few phone calls warrant as much seriousness among taxpayers as a call from the IRS—which makes a rise in fraudulent IRS calls and emails worrisome. This overview will help you identify fraudulent contacts and take the right steps to avoid falling victim.
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Single-Member LLCs: A Good Option for Your Tax-Exempt Organization?
For tax-exempt organizations, forming a single-member LLC can lend liability protection. And because they’re disregarded for federal income tax purposes, the responsibilities of managing one are few. Still, there are a few important considerations and exceptions, which we cover in this Insight.
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Legal Ruling Changes How Real Estate Dealers Calculate the Limited Liability Company Fee
Real estate dealers will need to calculate their limited liability company fees differently according to a legal ruling by the State of California Franchise Tax Board. Read more in our Alert.
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The Illegal CPPC Contract: How to Spot It and What to Do About It
The illegal CPPC contract still frequently crops up in the world of federal contracting, putting contractors in a tough spot when payments come due. Find out how to spot CPPC provisions—and what to do if they arise—in this article.
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IRS Publishes Final Country-by-Country Reporting Regulations
The IRS issued final country-by-country (CbC) reporting regulations for US-based multinational enterprise groups, a product of the OECD and G20 countries’ base erosion and profit shifting project.
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Can Bitcoins Be Used to Make Charitable Contributions?
Fidelity Charitable and other organizations make it possible for donors to use bitcoins as charitable contributions. This Insight looks at tax provisions and why donors may want to use bitcoins.
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Corporate Social Responsibility Reporting: A Business Imperative
For all but the smallest companies, investing in corporate social responsibility (CSR) reporting pays back—not only in the cost savings associated with better resource management but also with respect to their long-term business strategy.
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Credits Can No Longer Be Applied Against Oregon’s Minimum Tax
Governor Kate Brown signed House Bill 2066 on August 2, 2017, barring C corporations from applying tax credits against Oregon minimum tax liabilities.
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Help Contain Costs with a Benefit Claims Audit
Learn how a benefit claims audit serves as a cost containment strategy to help ensure your company isn’t losing money to improperly paid claims.
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Manage Risk While Engaging in Lobbying and Political Activities
We outline restrictions on lobbying and political activities for not-for-profits and share how to manage risk to keep their tax-exempt status intact.
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Succession Planning Made Simple for Construction Companies
Are you prepared to transition the ownership of your business? Consider these five fundamental questions as you develop your succession plan.
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Chart Your Course: A Guide to Implementing GASB Statement No. 72
We provide a five-step approach for implementing GASB Statement No. 72 and guidance on drafting the required disclosures.
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