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Accounts Payable Strategies and Best Practices

Authored By GreerWalker

Efficient accounts payable management isn’t just about paying bills—it can directly impact your business’s financial health and growth. From digital tools for invoice processing to robust internal controls for fraud prevention, this article covers everything you need to know.

North Carolina Department of Revenue Issues Tax Form Changes and Sales Tax Liability Reminder to Construction Contractors

Authored By Jason Pritchard, GreerWalker

On August 5, 2024, the North Carolina Department of Revenue (NCDOR) issued an Important Notice regarding documentations requirements for general contractors doing business in the state.  The Notice reminds general contractors that NCDOR requires NC sales tax must be paid on all materials consumed a real property construction job, and that the general contractor has […]

North Carolina Enacts Changes to its Economic Nexus Standard for Sales Tax

Authored By Jason Pritchard, GreerWalker

Effective as of July 1, 2024, the NC legislature has changed its economic nexus standard for sales tax.  The new law (NC H.B. 228) repeals North Carolina’s 200 transaction based economic nexus annual threshold for purposes of requiring remote retailers and marketplace facilitators to collect and remit North Carolina sales and use tax. This law […]

Planning Ahead: How the End of TCJA Provisions Will Affect Your Taxes

Authored By GreerWalker

Individual tax changes are coming by 2026, and preparation is key to staying ahead. This article offers a peek into the future of tax laws and how they could influence your finances. Don’t miss out on this chance to future-proof your tax strategy.

Protecting Your Business From Internal Fraud

Authored By GreerWalker

Did you know that over half of all business fraud stems from inadequate internal controls? In this video, we’ll provide you with four specific controls you can implement to help protect your business. 

Proactive Tax Strategies for High-Earning Taxpayers

Authored By GreerWalker

The IRS has issued clear warnings about its increased scrutiny of high-net-worth individuals, especially those using risky tactics to reduce tax obligations. This video provides strategies for optimizing your financial situation while staying within the bounds of the law. 

The 1031 Exchange Explained

Authored By GreerWalker

In the world of real estate, the Section 1031 exchange has been a significant tool for investors who want to grow their real estate portfolio and wealth. In this video, we’ll explain how a 1031 exchange works and important considerations when using one.

The Corporate Transparency Act and Beneficial Ownership Reporting

Authored By GreerWalker

In the complex world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), a sell-side Quality of Earnings (QoE) report plays a crucial role in determining a company’s financial health and sustainability of its earnings. Far from being an unnecessary expense or an added complexity, a QoE report is a powerful tool that can provide key insights to both potential sellers and buyers, streamline the transaction process, and help maximize sale value.

Two Estate Planning Strategies to Help Protect Wealth

Authored By GreerWalker

A goal of estate planning is to maximize the wealth that is passed on to one’s heirs. In this video, we’ll discuss how a Spousal Lifetime Access Trust and an Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust may help you minimize estate taxes and protect wealth.

The Key Functions of Your Nonprofit Board

Authored By GreerWalker

Nonprofit board service can be as exhausting as it is rewarding. Whether you are on a board yourself, thinking about joining a board, or seeking to improve the one you sit on, here are three things that high-functioning nonprofit boards get right.

Determining Reasonable Compensation for S-Corp Owners

Authored By GreerWalker

As an owner of an S-Corp, understanding the concept of reasonable compensation is crucial for tax planning and compliance. Learn about the IRS’s reasonable compensation rules for determining how much should be taken in the form of wages versus pass-through income.

Mistakes To Avoid When Setting Growth Goals

Authored By GreerWalker

Discover the common mistakes made when setting growth goals and how to avoid them. Learn how to create a clear and achievable plan to take your business to the next level.

South Carolina Withholding Tax Tips for Remote Employees

Authored By Jason Pritchard, GreerWalker

Title: South Carolina Withholding Tax Tips for Remote Employees The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) recently released a summary of tips to assist employers dealing with withholding tax compliance for their remote workforce.  The rules for remote employees are complicated in many states & the pandemic made this a critical priority for many employers.  […]

6 Misconceptions of a Revocable Living Trust

Authored By GreerWalker

A revocable living trust, or RLT, offers many benefits, including probate avoidance, privacy, and flexibility in managing assets during one’s life, incapacity, and death. However, despite their popularity as an estate planning tool, there are many misconceptions surrounding revocable trusts that lead to confusion and misunderstandings. Watch this video to learn about the top six misconceptions.

R&E Expense Amortization Got You Down?

Authored By GreerWalker

Now that Research & Experimentation expenses must be amortized over several years, many companies are looking for ways to increase deductions and reduce taxable income. Here are three opportunities to potentially accelerate depreciation and reduce your tax liability.

PTET Election: An Opportunity to Reduce Your Tax Bill

Authored By Jason Pritchard, GreerWalker

A recent tax planning strategy has emerged which benefits owners of many businesses that are structured as partnerships, LLCs, LLPs, or S-corporations. A carefully planned analysis of the business’ tax filings can provide a way to reduce an owners’ taxable income from the business due to the adoption of changes in how the entity reports […]

North Carolina Pass Through Entity Tax Update

Authored By Jason Pritchard, GreerWalker

In November 2021, North Carolina enacted Senate Bill 105 which includes a new elective pass-through entity tax (“PTET”) filing options for certain NC companies.  This law change allows entities taxed as partnerships or S-corporations to elect to pay an entity level state income tax for taxable years beginning on or after January 1, 2022. Owners […]

North Carolina Business Recovery Grant Phase 2 Now Open

Authored By Jason Pritchard, GreerWalker

The announcement of Phase 2 of this grant also includes the ability for companies that previously received federal or NC financial hardship incentives to participate. Phase 1 of the program (which closed a few months ago) prevented companies which had received a PPP loan, NC Job Retention Grant, or EIDL advance from qualifying for this […]

Succession Planning for Nonprofits

Authored By GreerWalker

Grooming future leaders and mapping out a succession plan in advance is one of the best ways to mitigate the risk of losing key personnel and prepare for the future needs and growth of an organization. This video offers tips and best practices for creating and implementing a succession plan for your nonprofit.

Protecting Your Company From Ransomware

Authored By GreerWalker

Ransomware is a significant threat for business owners of any size, and the damages can be catastrophic. This video will explain what ransomware is and provide seven tips on protecting you and your company.

The Benefits of Hiring an Outsourced CFO

Authored By GreerWalker

When it comes to running any organization, proper financial management is critical. One of the most important decisions you’ll make is if and when to hire a Chief Financial Officer. While many organizations may not be ready for a full-time CFO, they may significantly benefit from hiring an outsourced CFO.

Valuing Your Business

Authored By GreerWalker

A business valuation helps to determine the fair market value of a company and may be needed for a variety of reasons such as buying or selling a business, transferring equity, developing an estate plan or purchasing insurance. In this video, we’ll cover why you might need a valuation and the common methodologies used to determine value.

Leveraging a Spousal Lifetime Access Trust

Authored By GreerWalker

The lifetime gift tax exemption is at an all-time high of $11.7 million per individual and $23.4 million per couple but may be reduced in the near future by potential legislation. This video provides an overview of the Spousal Lifetime Access Trust and how it can help couples maximize their lifetime gift tax exemption.

House Ways and Means Committee Proposed Tax Changes

Authored By GreerWalker

The House of Representatives Ways and Means Committee recently released draft legislation that would increase taxes to help pay for the proposed $3.5 trillion spending package. In this video, we briefly cover some of the more important proposed tax changes.

What You Need To Know About Form 1099-NEC

Authored By GreerWalker

In 2020, the IRS introduced Form 1099-NEC for reporting nonemployee compensation. Learn about Form 1099-NEC and how it differs from Form 1099-MISC.

Donor-Advised Funds: Giving with a Tax Advantage

Authored By GreerWalker

If you donate to charitable organizations, you might want to consider establishing a donor-advised fund. A donor-advised fund is a charitable tax-saving tool that enables you to maintain a certain level of control over how funds are distributed while receiving immediate tax benefits.

Contingency Planning for Business Owners

Authored By GreerWalker

All businesses face a variety of risks, which is why it’s important to have contingency plans in place to deal with unexpected events. In this video, you will learn 5 important steps to contingency planning for your business.