Business Owners

IRS Cracks Down on Potentially Abusive Malta Pension Plans by Joseph Leocata, JD, CPA, MBA

Posted on August 30, 2023 by Joseph Leocata

The IRS’s Criminal Division ramped up its enforcement efforts relating to Maltese pension plans, which gained popularity after the signing of the U.S.-Malta Tax Treaty 2011 and the subsequent enactment of Malta’s Retirement Pension Act of 2011. In recent weeks, the department began issuing summons to U.S. taxpayers who participated in Maltese pension plans and […]

Podcast – BPB Knows PCAOB Audits

Posted on August 17, 2023 by Brent Leslie

In this episode, Director of Assurance and Advisory Services Brent Leslie explains PCAOB audits and what types of companies benefit from them.

Deciding Whether a Private Foundation or Donor-Advised Fund is Best for You by Adam Cohen, CPA

Posted on August 09, 2023 by Adam Cohen

Charitable giving is a critical component of financial planning that enables individuals to support organizations and causes close to their hearts. While many people donate cash directly to nonprofit charities, those with substantial wealth often go one step further to create a legacy of philanthropy for future generations via a private foundation or a donor-advised […]

FTC Safeguard Rules Make Data Security a Priority for Many Businesses by Brandon Bowers

Posted on July 27, 2023 by Brandon Bowers

Effective June 9, 2023, certain businesses engaged in financial services activities must comply with the Federal Trade Commission’s Standards for Safeguarding Customer Information Rule (Safeguard Rule), which requires the development, implementation and maintenance of appropriate policies, systems and other defenses to protect customers’ personal information from cyberattacks and other threats. However, many businesses remain unaware […]

Podcast – BPB Knows Due Diligence for M&A Deals

Posted on July 20, 2023 by Hector Aguililla

Director of Assurance and Advisory Services Hector Aguililla breaks down the M&A due diligence services the firm offers for buyers and sellers of companies.

Rising Inflation Brings Higher HSA Contribution Limits in 2024 by Rick D. Bazzani, CPA

Posted on July 11, 2023 by Rick Bazzani

Participants in high-deductible health plans will be able to contribute a significantly higher amount to their health savings accounts (HSAs) in 2024 to cover out-of-pocket medical expenses. The IRS raised the HSA contribution limits for 2024 to $4,150 for individuals and $8,300 for families (up from $3,850 and $7,750, respectively, in 2023.) HSA owners aged […]

Podcast – BPB Knows Technology for Family Offices

Posted on July 06, 2023 by Heath Standorf

In this episode associate director Heath Standorf shares the firm’s approach to leveraging technology for families and family office clients.

Florida Reduces State Sales Tax on Commercial Real Estate Leases in 2023 by Luke Lucas, CPA

Posted on June 19, 2023 by Luke Lucas

Florida’s legislature recently enacted House Bill 7063, which will reduce the state’s sales tax on rent and license fees for commercial property, including office and retail space, warehouses and certain self-storage units. It is the only state in the nation that imposes sales tax on commercial rent. Effective December 1, 2023, the sales tax rate […]

Podcast – BPB Knows Commercial Real Estate Financing

Posted on June 15, 2023

In this episode BayBridge Real Estate Capital Managing Director Jay Miller shares trends in the financing world that are impacting commercial real estate owners and developers.

Expanded Tax Credits Help Offset the Costs of Energy-Efficient Home Improvements by Rachel Kenney Rego, CPA

Posted on June 08, 2023 by Rachel Kenney Rego

Upgrading your home’s energy efficiency can not only help the environment and reduce your electric bills, but it can also provide you with valuable tax credits to cover a portion of qualifying improvement expenses beginning in 2023. Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credits Under the Inflation Reduction Act signed into law in 2022, homeowners may earn […]

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