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Step-by-Step Guide to the New BOI Reporting Rule

January 9, 2024

Recently, we wrote about a new requirement of the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), under the U.S. Department of the Treasury, known as the Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting rule. The goal of the BOI Reporting Rule is to prevent illegal activities such as money laundering, tax evasion, terrorist financing, and other activities that can…

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Year-End Tax Letter 2023

December 12, 2023

We are pleased to provide you with this year-end letter outlining important guidelines for compliance with federal and state rules of taxation and reporting requirements. The letter contains information regarding some of the more significant changes to the tax code from legislation enacted in the last few years. This letter also contains 2023 and 2024 payroll…

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Understanding FinCEN’s New Reporting Rule for Beneficial Ownership

December 12, 2023

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), under the U.S. Department of the Treasury, has introduced a new compliance requirement for companies within the United States known as the Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting rule. Understanding the nuances of the BOI reporting rule is crucial for U.S. companies and foreign entities conducting business in the U.S.,…

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IRS Proposes Tax Deduction Change for Partnerships that Deal with Related Entities

December 4, 2023

On November 24, The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced a set of proposed regulatory amendments intended to refine and modernize the tax code’s approach to transactions between partnerships and related entities. This proposal aims to align regulations, some of which date back to the 1950s, with legislative intent and ensure consistency with the statutory provisions.…

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Inaccurate Employee Retention Credit Claim? The IRS Will Now Let you Withdraw

November 27, 2023

The Employee Retention Credit (ERC) is a valuable tax credit that can be worth thousands or even hundreds of thousands of dollars to some small businesses. Unfortunately, some disreputable actors have sought to capitalize on its value, leaving a mess for taxpayers and the IRS to clean up. Now the IRS is taking steps to…

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IRS Extends Transition Period for Perfecting R&D Tax Credit Claims Until January 10, 2025

November 15, 2023

If you’re a business that has claimed research and development (R&D) tax credits or plans to amend your return to do so, here’s some important news: The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has granted an extension for perfecting R&D claims. Now you have until January 10, 2025, to ensure your R&D tax credit claims meet the…

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New Massachusetts Law Applies Single Sales Tax Apportionment to All Industries

November 13, 2023

On October 4, 2023, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healy signed Bill 4104, the Tax Relief Bill, into law. Previously, we wrote about the new law’s effect on estate taxes, but business owners should be aware that amongst the slew of tax changes is the adoption of single sales tax apportionment which will help reduce tax burdens…

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IRS & Treasury Clarify Guidance around Supporting Organizations

November 8, 2023

The IRS and the US Department of the Treasury recently introduced final regulations clarifying the definition of a controlling donor and prohibitions on giving to Type I and Type III supporting organizations, and providing guidance around certain requirements for Type III supporting organizations. What is a Supporting Organization? A supporting organization is a tax-exempt entity…

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Non-compete Agreements May be on the Way Out

November 6, 2023

Non-compete agreements, once a standard feature in many employment contracts, are now facing heightened scrutiny. Designed to safeguard businesses, they also have implications for workers, consumers, and the market overall. At both state and federal levels, there is a growing movement to ban—or at least limit—them. What is a non-compete agreement? A non-compete agreement is…

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Electronic Signatures Become a Permanent Feature of the IRS

November 1, 2023

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) recently updated its guidelines to permanently extend the option for taxpayers and their representatives to use e-signatures on select forms, returns, and documents. This change should make filing a little faster and easier for taxpayers, cut down on the necessity for in-person interaction, and help reduce unnecessary use of paper.…

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