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Randy Feld | Aug. 9, 2019

ASC 606 Revenue Recognition Guidance Introduces Transfer of Control

ASC 606 provides different guidance about revenue recognition because it explains things differently about completion of contracts. Instead of thinking…

Ashley Sparks | Aug. 5, 2019

The Best Method to Fight Business Fraud

When it comes to reducing business fraud loss and duration, active detection methods (such as surprise audits or data monitoring)…

Ashley Sparks | Jul. 25, 2019

Is Your Phone a Fraud Risk?

As more people use mobile phones, more fraud perpetrators target these devices. According to Javelin Strategy & Research, between 2017…

Tom Margarit | Jul. 24, 2019

Strategic Planning Meeting Tips

Many businesses struggle to turn abstract strategic-planning ideas into concrete, actionable plans. One reason why is simple: ineffective meetings. The…

Susan Bishop | Jul. 23, 2019

What is the Nanny Tax?

You may have heard of the “nanny tax.” But even if you don’t employ a nanny, it may apply to…

Anna Lovegren | Jul. 22, 2019

Should You Revise Your Nonprofit’s Bylaws?

Your not-for-profit has likely grown and evolved since it was founded. Have your bylaws kept pace? Bylaws are the rules…

Larry Davidson | Jul. 22, 2019

Anti-Fraud Checklist for Construction Companies

According to the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners’ Report to the Nations: 2018 Global Study on Occupational Fraud and Abuse,…

Ashley Sparks | Jul. 22, 2019

Assess for Fraud Risk Before You Experience Financial Loss

If you’re like most business owners and executives, you may not actively search for fraud risks — until there’s an…

Susan Bishop | Jul. 17, 2019

Summer is a Good Time to Review Your Investments

You may have heard about a proposal in Washington to cut the taxes paid on investments by indexing capital gains…

John Csargo | Jul. 11, 2019

Do You Get a Tax Break for Volunteering for Charity?

If you’re a volunteer who works for charity, you may be entitled to some tax breaks if you itemize deductions…

Barb Sawdy | Jul. 10, 2019

Is Your Accounting Software Living Up to the Hype?

Accounting software typically sells itself as much more than simple spreadsheet or ledger. The products tend to pride themselves on…

Ashley Sparks | Jul. 10, 2019

Protect your Nonprofit from Occupational Fraud Threats

Not-for-profit organizations don’t lose as much to occupational fraud as for-profit businesses do. According to the Association of Certified Fraud…

Susan Bishop | Jul. 3, 2019

You May Have to Pay Tax on Social Security Benefits

During your working days, you pay Social Security tax in the form of withholding from your salary or self-employment tax.…

Ashley Sparks | Jul. 3, 2019

Fraud Guides May Help Criminals Hack Your Data

Fraud experts have long known that “dark web” sites provide information, support and illicit goods to hackers and other criminals.…

Patty Fleming | Jul. 3, 2019

Nonprofits: Harness the Power of Cause Marketing

Not-for-profits with multiple sources of support generally are less likely to have budget shortfalls and are better able to grow…