CPE Catalog & Events
Entertainment, Meals & Travel Expenses: Review and Update
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:Definition of what qualifies as an entertainment expenseStrategies to deduct business entertainment expensesDeductibility of mealsSituations not subject to the 50% meals and entertainment reductionHow to handle automobile issues related to employer-provided parkingProper accounting for deductible vs. non-deductible expendituresThe four steps to analyze business expensesThe latest federal legislation, cases and rulings
SECURE Act 2.0: What You Need to Know
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Expanding Automatic Enrollment in Retirement Plans Increased Age for RMDs Higher Catch-up Contribution Limit Emergency Expense Penalty-Free Withdrawals “Starter” 401(k)s for Certain Employers Part-time Worker Improved Coverage
Like-kind Exchanges in Real Estate Transactions
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:Like-kind exchanges have been hailed as one of the few "legal tax shelters" still available for real property investments, but it is really a result of favored tax policy.These relatively straight-forward concepts can help a company significantly improve cash flow by deferring its tax liability.These concepts will be illustrated by real-life examples that present a novel approach to like-kind exchanges as a useful and practical tax-planning idea.
New Mergers & Acquisitions: Tricks, Traps, & Terrors
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $159
Business Management Organization
2024 Key Tax Issues Facing Business & Industry
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
Update and review of recent and key tax developments impacting business and industry Tax depreciation update and review Research & Experimentation review and update Interest expense deduction Business losses Travel and entertainment expense rules Independent contractor vs. employee
Section 174: New Rules for Research & Experimentation
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $55
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:Discussion of the impact of the Section 174 law change requiring capitalization of research and experimental costs.Comparison of the Section 41 R&E credit to the Section 174 R&E deduction.Financial accounting for R&E costs.Required change of accounting method and Form 3115.Revised treatment of software development costs.Comprehensive case problems explaining implementation of the law changes.
2024 The Role of Internal Control in the Risk-Based Audit
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
Specific matters auditors should consider when obtaining and documenting an understanding of the client's internal control system Development of a tailored audit approach that considers the potential reliance on internal controls Guidance for establishing an adequate basis for reliance on internal controls of less formal, smaller clients
2024 Real Estate Tax Update
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
Recent tax legislation, rules and developments impacting real estate owners and investors Section 179 for qualified real property Section 179 for non-residential roofs, HVAC fire protection and security systems Section 163(j) interest expense limitation, including electing out and ADS depreciation Introduction to opportunity zones
2024 Reference Rate Reform
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Reference Rate Reform LIBOR SOFR
2024 Section 174: New Rules for the R&E Deduction
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Impact of the Section 174 law change requiring capitalization of research and experimental costs Comparison of the Section 41 R&E credit to the Section 174 R&E deduction Financial accounting for R&E costs Required change of accounting method and Form 3115 Revised treatment of software development costs Comprehensive case problems explaining implementation of the law changes
Business Communication Essentials (Dynamic Communication in the Workplace)
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Communication Feedback Management Leadership
The Future of Communication: How AI and Synthetic Media Can Transform Your Business
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Communication Technology AI Synthetic Media Strategy Leadership Management Time Management/Productivity
2024 New Client Ethical Challenges: The CPAs Guide
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
How the CPA can meet the challenges presented by a new client AICPA Code of Professional Conduct AICPA Statements on Standards for Tax Services IRS Circular 230 Case study illustration of how to bring the new client into ethical, proper financial and tax compliance
2024 Yellow Book Update
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
Quality Management Risk Assessment SQMS Independence
2024 Excel Essentials for Today's Accountant: Become an Expert in One Day
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
Using formulas to manipulate and transform data Using formulas and reference formulas such as =VLOOKUP Using pivot tables Understanding Solver to perform multivariate analysis Awareness of advanced functions Creative methods for data manipulation Using intellectual curiosity and professional skepticism to develop a problem-solving mentality Real-life examples of innovative ways to analyze and report data with Excel Using Excel to perform e-mail merges Enhance creativity in your approach to developing Excel models Computer software and application
Doing Debt Differently - Your Roadmap to Changes & Choices for Success
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
Education that is also transformation Key Learning Objectives A word collage to clarify your starting point with debt Practical and emotional aspects of debt Your current story about debt 3 myths and 3 truths about debt that will help you start over A new philosophy on Doing Debt Differently Key concepts that lead to success in becoming debt free A petition for debt freedom Facing your debt problem and creating relief The six ways to find relief – awareness, letting go, identifying debt patterns, creating your new relationship, the alchemy process, inspired actions Creating your personal plan for debt freedom Review and tips for continued success The secret to success is support How to build your success team
Advanced Negotiations: Beyond Getting to Yes
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $55
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:What happens when you are in a negotiationPreparing to negotiateGet your counterpart to solve the problemNegotiation JujitsuReading your counterpart
Social Media: The Bare Necessities
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $59
Communication Social Media Marketing Publicity Public Relations Business Strategy
Giving Feedback that Delivers Results
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $59
Communicaiton Performance Reviews Feedback Management Leadership
2024 S Corporations: How to Calculate Shareholder Basis
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
Discuss the calculation of basis when the entity is formed including the impact of contributed property Explain the importance of shareholder loans to the entity Uses a comprehensive example to illustrate the mechanics of the basis determination process Discuss how basis is impacted by distributions of corporation property Explain how basis is impacted by sale/or liquidation of the S corporation interest Discuss how S corporation losses impact Form 1040 Schedule E reporting Show how to get from the Schedule K-1 information to the basis calculations