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Washington’s Annual Business and Occupation Tax Reconciliation of Apportionable Income Due by October 31, 2024
A quick reminder to businesses that engage in apportionable business activities in the state of Washington: you must file an...
You’re Taking Advantage of the Increased Estate and Gift Tax Exemption Amount—Now What?
We recently shared an overview of six steps to follow if you plan to take advantage of the increased basic...
Use It or Lose It: 6 Steps to Taking Advantage of the Increased Estate and Gift Tax Exemption Before It Sunsets
Estate and gift tax exemption thresholds could be cut in half starting on December 31, 2025, leading to substantial increases...
The Oregon Rebate 2024: What You Need to Know
UPDATE: As of July 24, 2024, Oregon Initiative Petition 17 has qualified for Oregon’s November 2024 General Election Ballot. This...
The Impact of Life Insurance Proceeds on Your Estate Taxes: What You Need to Know About the Supreme Court’s June 6 Ruling
Supreme Court Decision on Life Insurance Proceeds & Implications for Federal Estate Tax On June 6, the U.S. Supreme Court...
Important Updates for QuickBooks Desktop Users
Important news for QuickBooks users! Intuit has announced two upcoming cutoff dates for QuickBooks Desktop users’ software — here’s what...
The Importance of a Well-Defined Transition Plan in Wealth Management
In 2023, Don Bielen wrote about The Keys to Successful Business Succession Planning, where he explained why having a trusted...
City of Portland Adopts and Expands Tax Incentives
In 2023, Portland City Council passed incentives to stimulate economic activity in Portland’s Central City and encourage investment and jobs...
Updated Interpretations of Public Law 86-272 May Impact Your Business’ 2023 State and Local Tax Obligations
Over the past few years, there have been numerous developments in state and local tax regulations. The interpretation of Public...
Perkins & Co Integrates Business Transition Services to Preserve Family’s 50-Year Legacy
A multi-generation manufacturing company with a rich 50-year legacy is owned equally by three family groups. The company has been...
Delaware Corporations: Annual Report and Franchise Tax Filing Requirement Due by March 1
Is your business incorporated in the state of Delaware? If so, you are required to file an annual report and...
The Future of Audit in Five Predictions
Technology is taking audit services into the future. While auditors are beginning to explore the possibilities afforded by technology, including...
CECL Accounting 101: A Comprehensive Guide to the Current Expected Credit Loss Model
In 2016, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued new accounting guidance to estimate credit losses on financial assets. Privately...
What the Tax Relief for American Workers and Families Act Means for Businesses Across the U.S.
With pre-pandemic business tax credits expiring, Republicans and Democrats have come together to support a new framework for tax reform—one...
2023 Year-End Tax Planning Guide
2023 Year-End Tax Planning for Individuals With rising interest rates, inflation, and continuing market volatility, tax planning is as essential...
Beyond Income Tax Returns Guide: 2023 Edition
As we at Perkins & Co will spend the start of the new year preparing for the upcoming filing season,...
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA): What You Need to Know
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) is a federal law designed to enhance transparency in business ownership to combat money laundering...
IRS Enacts Temporary Pause on New Employee Retention Credit Claims
Amid concerns about fraudulent claims, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has implemented a moratorium on processing new claims for the...
The Keys to Successful Business Succession Planning
Succession planning is critical for a business’s future ownership and leadership, yet most business owners procrastinate in preparing for their future....
Perkins & Co Announces New Shareholders and Expansion of Service Line
Portland, Ore. – August 23, 2023 – Perkins & Co, a leading accounting and consulting firm located in Portland, Oregon,...
Seven Strategies for Sustaining Your Business’s Commitment to DEI
In May, I had the privilege of speaking on a panel titled “Building DEI Into Your Firm’s DNA” at the...
How to Encourage Business Growth in Today’s Uncertain Economy
In today’s economy, businesses face a challenging landscape that demands strategic decision-making and careful evaluation of risk tolerance, market positioning,...
Perkins & Co Ranked Third Most Diverse Accounting Firm in Portland-Metro Area
Portland, Ore. – June 7, 2023 – Perkins & Co, the largest locally owned accounting firm in Portland, is pleased...
Foresight Beats Hindsight at Tax Time: Seven Ways to Make Filing Faster and Easier in 2024
As a public accounting firm, we see firsthand the challenges businesses and individuals face at tax time. The filing process...