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FASB Issues Accounting Relief for Reference Rate Reform
Learn key provisions entities should consider when applying the FASB’s temporary reference rate reform accounting relief.
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Why Existing Compliance Programs Won’t Always Protect You from IT Risk
Don’t rely on a check-the-box strategy to mitigate threats and vulnerabilities. Bolster existing compliance programs.
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Form 990-PF Updates: A 2014 Review for Private Foundations
Though this year’s Form 990-PF hasn’t sustained nearly as many changes as the general Form 990, there are still a few items private foundations will want to be aware of—namely, statements regarding activities and grantee codes.
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Four Focus Areas for Effective Board Governance
Your health care organization’s board has a critical role to play in governance, strategy, and long-range planning. We cover the four main focus areas for boards and how health care organizations can assemble the right professionals.
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FASB Approves Issuance of Exposure Draft for Not-for-Profit Financial Statement Project
The Financial Accounting Standards Board approved the issuance of an exposure draft for financial statements of not-for-profits. To review the most recent tentative decisions, visit the FASB Web site. The comment period is expected to end July 31, 2015.
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Non–Department of Defense Contracts Need a Plan B for Audits with DCAA Out of the Picture
Nondefense agencies and defense contractors should be formulating alternate ways to obtain audits for their non-DOD contracts now that the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) is prohibited from providing audit support to them.
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An Overview of Tax-Related Matters that May Impact Your Tribe
We give an overview of regulatory and policy changes for tribes, including plans for 2017, paid sick leave, and general welfare benefits.
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Uniform Guidance in Focus: Updating Written Policies
Organizations receiving federal awards are required to adhere to the uniform guidance, which requires certain written policies and procedures surrounding the administration of federal award funds.
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A Look at the 2017 Federal Budget Proposal for Not-for-Profits
President Obama’s 2017 federal budget proposal would impact provisions relevant to tax-exempt entities. We look at its effect on the charitable contribution deduction, scholarship awards, and more.
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The Buzz at the National Automobile Dealers Association Convention & Expo 2016
What was the automotive and dealer industry talking about at the NADA Convention? Discussions spanned buying, selling, and finding talent to manage and build dealerships in a complex environment.
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How to Successfully Mitigate Financial Risk During a Health Care Construction Project
Project planning can be overwhelming, especially for a health care business that doesn’t specialize in construction management. In addition to setting up certain controls within the contract, an outside cost audit can help mitigate financial risk.
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2017 Compliance Supplement and Uniform Guidance FAQ Update
Learn about the Office of Management and Budget’s 2017 Compliance Supplement and recent updates to Uniform Guidance FAQs.
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May 31 Deadline for Washington State’s Required Annual Tax Incentive Surveys and Reports
Companies that claimed certain Washington state tax incentives in 2016 must file their annual survey or report by May 31, 2017.
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How Does the Trump Agenda Impact the Not-for-Profit Landscape?
We offer insight on how not-for-profit investment strategies might be affected by the Trump administration’s evolving agenda.
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The Franchise Tax Board Won’t Appeal Swart Decision—See if You Qualify to File a Refund Claim
The FTB announced it won’t appeal the decision in Swart Enterprises, Inc. v. Franchise Tax Board. Taxpayers should consider filing minimum tax refund claims, if their situations are similar.
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Could Washington State Collect Additional Taxes on Your Dock Sales with Rule 193?
Rule 193 changes in Washington State may leave buyers and sellers open to business and occupation and retail sales taxes.
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The FASB Updates Pension Accounting Guidance
We outline ASU 2017-07 and how it affects the reporting of net periodic benefit cost from defined benefit pensions and postretirement benefits.
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Not-for-Profit Reporting Series: Changes in Expense Reporting
The second article in our Not-for-Profit Reporting Series looks at expense reporting and the impact of new requirements.
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New QBI Deduction Could Benefit Taxpayers Who Operate Businesses through Pass-Through Entities
Taxpayers who own and operate businesses through pass-through entities could benefit from a new qualified business income deduction.
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Congress Passes Sweeping Tax Reform Legislation
We give an overview of changes included in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, the biggest tax bill since 1986.
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