Archive for March 2018
Here’s How Businesses Can Save Money on Personal Property Taxes
Amid the sprint to finish 2017 business tax returns, companies with significant fixed assets such as machinery should devote time for a thorough review that can save money on future personal property taxes. In most states, 2018 personal property tax returns are due soon. In Georgia, for example, returns are due April 1. Those returns…
Read MoreCEO Tools’ Book Excerpt: Track Metrics and Give Feedback
Aprio recently published the book “CEO Tools 2.0: A System to Think, Manage, and Lead Like a CEO.” Each of its seven chapters addresses a step in the CEO tools business system. We will publish highlights of each chapter here. Below are portions of Chapter 3: Track Metrics and Give Feedback. Consider these two questions:…
Read MoreState & Local Tax (SALT) Newsletter February 2018
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Read MoreGeorgia’s Response to Federal Tax Reform: Governor Deal Signs Tax Cut and IRC Conformity Bill
Governor Deal signs Tax Cut and IRC Conformity Bill, providing tax cuts to Georgians to counter the effect of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act By Jess Johannesen, SALT manager As a result of comprehensive Federal tax reform under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (TCJA) signed by President Trump on Dec. 22,…
Read MoreAprio Wealth Management, LLC Disclosures
IMPORTANT DISCLOSURE INFORMATION Investment advisory services are offered through Aprio Wealth Management, LLC, an SEC-registered investment advisor. Aprio Wealth Management, LLC (“Aprio WM”) is an SEC Registered Investment Advisor located in Atlanta, GA. Aprio, LLP’s website is mainly for information disseminated by Aprio LLP. The information pertaining to Aprio WM is intended as general information…
Read MoreAfter Tax Reform, Manufacturers Need to Know about New Depreciation Rules
Encouraged by changes in tax laws, including new tax depreciation rules, manufacturers have a high level of optimism. Almost 95 percent of 14,000 large and small manufacturers surveyed told the National Association of Manufacturers that they consider the outlook for their company positive. That’s higher than at any point in the survey’s 20-year history. A…
Read MoreEntering a New Market: The Law Firm Expansion Playbook
At some point, successful law firm partners think about entering a new market. But as they’re drafting plans to expand their reach, they need to keep some guideposts in mind. To do this successfully, they’ll need enough client-driven reasons to justify entering the new market, the right practices to match that market’s economy, and solid…
Read MoreHUD REAC Inspection: What You Don’t Know Can Hurt You
Public housing authorities are often concerned about HUD REAC inspections of their properties. And they should be, since their scores on the Real Estate Assessment Center assessments are tied to HUD funding and eligibility for innovative Housing and Urban Development programs like Moving to Work. Your PHA starts with 100 points, and it’s your job…
Read MoreTaxes on Fundraising Events: What Georgia Nonprofits Must Know
Tax-exempt organizations rely on dinners, auctions and other special events to raise money and awareness. But could these activities bring penalties for tax noncompliance? All nonprofits need to know about the taxes on fundraising activities in their state. So, evaluate your fundraising activities to determine if your nonprofit should collect sales tax and pay it…
Read MoreYou’re Invited: Understanding the Impact of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act On Venture Capital/Private Equity Funds and Portfolio Companies
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act will have a significant impact on the structuring of private equity investments. Join Aprio for a tax reform breakfast discussion or webinar on Wednesday, March 14 as we cover the most significant tax changes since 1986, the impact on venture capital and private equity funds, partners and portfolio companies,…
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