Cyber Roundup – June 2022
You will see below a variety of cyber-criminal pursuits that occurred in a short period including business e-mail compromises, ransomware activity demanding payoffs and malware attacks along with others.
Interest Tracing Rules Can Unlock Tax Benefits
When a taxpayer borrows funds, the deductibility of the related interest expense is determined by how the loan proceeds are ultimately used and not how the loan proceeds are collateralized. These are often referred to as the interest tracing rules.
IRS Announces New Employee Plan Pre-Examination Compliance Pilot Program
Earlier this month, the IRS announced a new pilot program for pre-examination retirement plan compliance. The program is effective immediately.
M&A Deal Activity Slowed After a Record-Breaking 2021
North American merger and acquisition (M&A) deal volumes slowed down in first quarter 2022 after a record-setting 2021. Year-over-year deal volume decreased 11.5% over first quarter 2021. Deal activity, nevertheless, was still in line with that of the last five years.
The IRS Taxpayer Advocate Service
You often hear a relative or friend describe dealing with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) as “distressful.” In case you didn’t know, the answer may be to complete Form 911, Request for Taxpayer Advocate Assistance.
Fraud Risk Considerations for Foundations
Fraud can come in many different shapes and forms, and it is vital for foundations to address the fraud risks that are specific to their operations.
How to Protect a Business as Sales Tax Audits Surge
With states anticipating a significant reduction in sales tax revenue, Sales and Use Tax Audits are on the rise.
Reducing the Risk of Higher Education Partnerships, Mergers and Acquisitions
The past decade has been difficult for higher education institutions – from enrollment decline to pandemic-related challenges – a number […]
Advocates Worry Donor Fund Proposal Could Chill Legit Use
In a recent article Advocates Worry Donor Fund Proposal Could Chill Legit Use, published in Law360, Tom Blaney, Director of […]
Cyber Roundup – May 2022
As you read through the cyber incidents recently occurring, you will note a real-world example of how much damage ransomware can inflict.
New York’s Budget Bill and Subsequent Legislation Includes Significant Pass-Through Entity Tax (PTET) Changes
New York’s fiscal year 2022-2023 State Budget Bill (Bill) as well as subsequent legislation, recently signed by Governor Hochul, contains significant changes to the New York State (NYS) PTET and creates a New York City (NYC) PTET.
Connecticut Enacts “Tax Cut” Budget Bill
Connecticut’s $24.2 billion budget bill for the fiscal year starting July 1, 2022 was signed by Governor Lamont on May 9th, 2022.”