CPE Catalog & Events
2024 Financial Statement Analysis
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
Purposes of financial statement analysis Trend analysis and vertical & horizontal analysis Simple and multivariate regression; Analysis of metrics Assessment of liquidity, solvency, and profitability Using data visualizations The role of qualitative factors
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
Tax Depreciation: 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:Recent tax legislation and developments related to capitalizationEligible property for Section 179 and Section 168(k)Discussion of the Section 179 deduction and its use to depreciate real propertyThe Section 168(k) deduction and its use to depreciate real propertyDisposition of segments of real propertyExchanges of tangible personal property after repeal of the like-kind exchange rulesOther related topics
The Future of Communication: How AI and Synthetic Media Can Transform Your Business
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $59
Communication Technology AI Synthetic Media Strategy Leadership Management Time Management/Productivity
2024 Resolving Ethical Dilemmas-You Make the Call
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Online
1.50 Credits
Member Price: $79
Ethical frameworks Threats and safeguards to objectivity and independence
2024 I want the TRUTH: Preparing to be an Expert Witness
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $109
Rules of civil and criminal procedure Applicable standards Testifying basics Cross-examination techniques
2024 Financial Accounting for Related Party Transactions
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
FASB codification provisions for transactions with related parties, including business owners and special purpose entities Compares and contrasts those rules with the AICPA financial reporting framework for small and medium-sized entities Reviews the tax accounting related taxpayer standards Several real-life situations illustrate the various authoritative standards and discuss the consequences of failing to comply with those standards
The Many Faces of Fraud Shedding Light on the Tactics of Modern Day Swindlers
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $109
Understanding Fraud Psychology and Motivation of Fraudsters Detection and Prevention Strategies Real World Case Studies Effective Fraud Management
Expand Your Analytical Toolbox More Tools for Success
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
5 step valuation process 2 specific valuation approaches The Gordon Model 10 thoughts on banker selection Rating your bank 10 hints for keeping your toolbox full
Doing Debt Differently - Your Roadmap to Changes & Choices for Success
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $159
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
Data Analytics: Practical Insights for Today's Accountant
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics covered in this class include:Explore new tools and client engagement techniques using data analyticsIntroduction of popular software toolsExamine the AICPA's Five-Step Approach to data analytics in an audit engagement
2024 Financial Statement Presentation and Disclosure
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
U.S. GAAP and Special purpose frameworks Form and content of financial statements: Balance sheets Income statements; Statements of cash flows Retained earnings and/or owners’ equity statements Comprehensive income Supplementary information Comparative vs. single-period financial statements Sufficiency of disclosures Illustrative disclosures frequently encountered in small-to-medium reporting entities Industry-specific nuances
2024 Tax Depreciation: Review & Update
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
Recent tax legislation, rules and developments related to capitalization and depreciation Capitalization of tangible property, including materials and supplies, building and improvements Small taxpayer safe harbor Section 179, including 2020 inflation adjustment Section 168(k) 100% bonus deduction
How To Use Microsoft 365 Forms to Create Online Surveys
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $55
The major topics covered in this course include:Overview of the Microsoft 365 Forms app features and capabilitiesStep-by-step review and demonstration of the Forms appDesigning your form or surveyCreating form questionsUsing branching to eliminate unnecessary questions based on form input dataCustomizing the form theme / styleManage form response settingsDistribute forms via link, website or emailReview of the completed forms response reportExporting forms data to Excel for further analysis
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
Using ChatGPT with Excel
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:Introduction to ChatGPT and other AI (Artificial Intelligence) language modelsDiscussion of best practices for using ChatGPT with ExcelUse ChatGPT to create, debug and explain formulasUse ChatGPT to learn how to use Excel featuresUse ChatGPT to automate repetitive tasks in ExcelUse ChatGPT to easily create macros
Controls to Secure the Growing Digital Footprint
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
The major topics covered in this course include:Securing individual documentsProtecting information resident in the CloudSecuring data stored on or accessed by mobile devices
S Corporations: Calculating Shareholder Basis
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Discuss the calculation of basis when the entity is formed including the impact of contributed propertyExplain the importance of shareholder loans to the entityUses a comprehensive example to illustrate the mechanics of the basis determination processSchedule K-1 Basis and Form 7203Discuss how basis is impacted by distributions of corporation propertyExplain how basis is impacted by sale/or liquidation of the S corporation interestDiscuss how S corporation losses impact Form 1040 Schedule E reportingShow how to get from the Schedule K-1 information to the basis calculations
Living to 100: The Challenges that Longevity Presents to Financial Planning for Clients
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Proactive planning to address issues of longevity Major issues involved in longevity –positive and negative Tools and Resources Expanding your skill set to address non-financial client issues
Coaching & Counseling - Addressing Misconduct
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $59
Insubordination Personality and attitude problems. Generalized disparaging comments Previously unaddressed conduct. Misconduct due to mental condition Corrective action meetings and documentation. Attendance control.