Congress enacted the Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes Act (PATH) in December of 2015. This comprehensive Act includes over $620 billion in tax reductions for businesses and families.
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Asked and Answered: Common Questions Raised at Surgent’s PATH Act Webinars
Since Congress passed the PATH (Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes) Act, Surgent has presented numerous webinars and conferences explaining the Act’s ramifications.
CPAs Aren’t Just About Numbers; They Also Need Good Business Writing Skills
Today’s successful CPAs must be skilled communicators with top-notch business writing skills. The old image of "numbers person" is just not accurate.
Social Security and Women, Relationship Status: It’s Complicated
Because average wages for women are still less than that of their male counterparts, an income-based benefit like Social Security is less for women. We have highlighted how some of the more specific wording and rules may leave women with less than they should be entitled to.
Lump Sums vs. Pension Payout: Which is Best?
As retirement nears for your clients, they might receive the offer to choose between a retirement pension that is paid regularly throughout retirement, or a lump sum paid once.
Limited Liability Corporations and S Corporation: What CPAs Must Know
If your client is starting a new business, it's vital that they know the difference between an S Corporation and a Limited Liability Corporation.
5 Ethical Requirements Accountants Should Keep in Mind
When CPAs demonstrate a lack of self-discipline, it affects businesses, clients, stakeholders and fellow accountants. So what can accountants do to stay on track?
Reducing Tax Liability When Paying for College
There are a number of ways your clients can reduce their tax liability when it comes to paying for their own or their child’s education.
Tax Deductions For New Parents
Most people aren’t aware of are the possible ways to offset the the multitude of child related expenses. Social security, dependency exemption, filing status, etc.
What are Accounting Ratios?
Accounting or financial ratios are the relationship between two categories of a financial statement analysis. They form the basis of fundamental analysis.