CPE Catalog & Events
Nuts & Bolts of Estate Planning: Practical Modeling 2024
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $159
Modeling examples for the Qualified Personal Residence Trust (QPRT) Modeling example for the Grantor Retained Annuity Trust (GRAT) Modeling examples of Intentionally Defective Grantor Trust (IDGT ) with variations Modeling examples of Intentionally Defective Grantor Trust (IDGT ) with property tax issues How to build flexibility into strategies to respond to changing circumstances
The Power of a Good Story!
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
The 3 elements of storytelling 3 real world examples 10 thoughts for the road
Microsoft 365 Deployment Bootcamp for Your Practice
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
Specific topics that will be covered:Understanding the full potential of Microsoft 365 to drive efficiency in your practiceBest practices for deploying Microsoft 365 in accounting, tax and advisory firmsDesign your Teams app setup to meet the unique attributes of your practiceUse SharePoint and OneDrive to organize your files and share them securely with your clientsOrganize your thoughts, meeting notes and other content centrally in OneNoteTrack your client engagements and internal projects efficiently and effectively with the Planner appUse Microsoft 365 to document processes, improve client services and increase productivityStep-by-step guide for deployment of Microsoft 365 in your firm based on best practices
Expense vs. Capitalize - Getting it Right
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $299
The Lifecycle of a Criminal Tax Investigation
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:Who investigates tax crimes?How are the tax crimes found?What happens if tax crimes are discovered?What steps are taken from the beginning of the investigation to imprisonment?
6 Practical Strategies To Promote Diversity & Inclusion In Your Workplace
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Communication Leadership Character Behavior
Coaching & Counseling - Performance Management
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Setting and resetting performance expectations. On-the-spot counseling. Addressing erratic performance. Drafting and presenting performance appraisals.
Shortcuts that Excel Users Love
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics covered in this course include:The power of keyboard shortcutsOft used features with more capability than meets the eyeNew helpful featuresNote: This session is taught using Hands-On methodology. We provide practice files that tie to the examples in the course materials so participants can undertake all the steps in unison with the instructor.
Servant Leadership 101
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $55
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Assessing your organization’s culture The benefits of great cultures The basics of what servant leadership is, and is not How to coach using a servant leadership style
Tired of Feeling Drained by Complainers? Build Your Immunity to People's Negativity
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Emotional Intelligence Management Skills Teamwork Customer Relations
Business Tax Update: Recent Developments
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:2021/22 legislation impacting business taxpayersExtenders legislation updateMeals and entertainment expense reportingPartnership and S corporation updateIncome and deductions
IRS Penalties and Abatements
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
Rules on waiver of penalties and interests Various forms and procedures for requesting relief First Time Abatement: Requirements and procedures How an individual taxpayer qualifies for Reasonable Cause abatement Procedures for requesting refund of paid penalties Available administrative options
Surgent's Establishing State Residency and Saving Your Clients Money
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $99
Typical provisions in state statutes regarding domicile and residency In depth analysis of domicile and residency definitions Issues regarding one’s permanent abode Analysis of jurisdiction where taxpayer has the greatest connections Detailed discussion of criteria used to establish domicile and residency
Surgent's Guide to Understanding the At-Risk Basis Rules and Forms 6198 and 7203
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $99
Basis and at-risk basis How to calculate the amount of annual at-risk basis Forms 6198 and 7203 When activities may be aggregated for at-risk purposes Qualified nonrecourse financing
Surgent's Incredible Leadership Transformations in Accounting - Ways to Improve Leadership and Communication
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $99
Explore the tenets of exemplary leadership which are requirements for highly effective leaders who achieve results and are respected by team members, peers, and other leaders Review key practices that recognize and build on leadership strengths to create a team environment that is productive, profitable, strengthens team members’ morale, and fosters positive energy in the work climate Examine SMART goals to inspire teams to tackle tough challenges and help team members reach and exceed their potential Review conflict management techniques to minimize negative attitudes and foster win/win resolutions for team members
Protecting Digital Data: More Important Now Than Ever Before 2024
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $159
Securing individual documents Protecting information resident in the Cloud Securing data stored on or accessed by mobile devices
Surgent's Taking Advantage of Installment Sales and Like-Kind Exchanges
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $159
How does the IRC define an installment sale under Section 453? When can a taxpayer utilize the provisions of IRC Section 453? When should a taxpayer utilize the provisions of an installment sale and when should it be avoided How does the issue of a “dealer” vs. a “non-dealer” impact the use of the installment sale method How to report an installment sale when related parties are involved How to calculate an installment sale How has the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act impacted the use of the Installment Sale Method What is a like-kind exchange as defined by IRC Section 1031 When can a taxpayer utilize the provisions of IRC Section 1031 What types of real property are eligible for like-kind exchange treatment and what types are not What is “boot” and how does it impact the like-kind exchange deferral How to calculate a like-kind exchange including any taxable portion How has the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act impacted the use of like-kind exchanges
Achieve Competency in Three Basic Tool Categories - Master the Fundamentals
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
Tools for FSA The 3 P's. The QST trifecta The integrated planning model Performance based management The value chain The balanced scorecard
Ethics - A Line in the Sand; Implications for Daily Business
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
Recognize the underlying drivers of individual ethical behavior Identify the relationship between ethics and integrity Highlight ethical trends in businesses throughout the world Review high profile ethics lapses in recent years
Comprehensive Accounting and Financial Reporting Update
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
The major topics covered in this class include:CECL for nonfinancial institutions.Accounting for Paycheck Protection Program loans.Accounting for web-hosting services.Revenue recognition.Leases.FASB projects in progress.