Wallace Plese + Dreher Named Arizona 2022 Top Workplace
Wallace Plese + Dreher named as an Arizona 2021-2022 Top Workplace. Survey results are based on specific qualities: compensation, benefits, workplace flexibility, leadership, and training.
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Feed My Starving Children
As part of our workplace culture, we take time to give back to charitable organizations. Our most recent community effort involved packing meals for malnourished children. Everyone that participated felt grateful for what we take for granted everyday: food.
Consumer Privacy
By 2023, Google will eliminate cookies and institute Topics, which supports interest-based advertising. A person’s browser will determine a handful of broad topics based on their browsing history. With increased concerns about privacy, many companies have been forced to make changes to how they use data.
Teambuilding Axe Throwing
As a teambuilding activity, our people took part in a new experience: axe throwing. Conducted in a safe environment, at BATL in Scottsdale, it was a fun and first-time experience for many who attended.
ADOR Out-of-State Planes, Boats, and Autos
Businesses or individuals who purchase a plane, boat, or vehicle from an out-of-state vendor may be subject to use tax, which is a tax on purchases made out-of-state for taxable items stored, used, or consumed in Arizona when the sale was not subject to transaction privilege tax (TPT).
Keys to a Successful M&A
Selling or acquiring a business is a new experience for most business owners. One key to a successful sale or purchase is using a CPA well-versed in current tax regulations and laws.
Probate and Adding Children to Bank Accounts and Deed
Some people believe an easy way to avoid probate is to add your children to your bank accounts and deed. This strategy may not work as planned.
New Audit Standard for Employee Benefit Plans
Auditors of employee benefit plan financial statements have new performance requirements. Employee benefit plan administrators and those charged with governance should become familiar with the new requirements.
Voted 100 Best Places to Work and Live in Arizona
Wallace Plese + Dreher voted as one of the 100 Best Places to Work and Live in Arizona for 2022, as recognized by Ranking Arizona.
IRS Increases Mileage Rate for Remainder of 2022
Effective July 1, 2022, standard mileage rates for business travel is 62.5 cents per mile. Recognizing recent gas price increases, the IRS made a special adjustment for the final months of 2022.
Remote Work and Cybersecurity
In 2020, the FBI reported over a million cybercrime complaints, mostly from identity theft. The time period reported in these statistics corresponds to remote work due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This should be a warning to businesses and individuals who have not taken steps to protect their sensitive information from hacking, phishing, or malware.
New Arizona Travel ID
The deadline for obtaining a voluntary Arizona Travel ID is May 3, 2023. The Arizona Motor Vehicle Department (DVD) urges everyone to act soon to obtain the new Arizona Travel ID.
Phoenix Friends Experience
Understanding the importance of establishing meaningful relationships inside and outside the office, partners and employees took part in the FRIENDS Experience Phoenix.
How Long Should a Business Keep Tax Records?
You should keep tax records for three years after you file a return, but there are times when you will need older files.
Staffing Shortages and Outsourced Accounting Services
Are you having a hard time finding accounting and bookkeeping help for your Arizona business? Accounting and bookkeeping specialists can be a cost-effective option for your company.
Accounts Payable Process
Whether your business brings in $50,000 a year or $50 million, it needs an effective bill-paying system. Here are useful tips on building and managing an efficient accounts payable process.
FATCA Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act
The Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) requires that U.S. individuals who hold foreign financial assets must report those assets to the IRS. What are your responsibilities under FATCA rules?
Tax Interns Spring 2022
Wallace Plese + Dreher welcomed three interns to the Firm for the 2022 tax season. They are attending Arizona State University (ASU), W.P. Carey School of Business, and expected to graduate in May 2024.
Randy G. Brammer, CPA PTK 2022
Randy G. Brammer, CPA recognized as an hands-on professional in People & Projects to Know (PTK) in Commercial Real Estate 2022.
Key Numbers for Operating a Successful Business
Your business cannot operate without enough cash to cover at least 60-90 days of expenses. Do you monitor your cash flow at least on a weekly basis?
Governor Ducey PCFR International State of the State
Wallace Plese + Dreher sponsored the Annual International State of the State with Governor Doug Ducey hosted by the Phoenix Committee on Foreign Relations (PCFR).
Arizona Small Business Income Election
Arizona small businesses may elect to file a separate small business income tax return to report their share of Arizona small business gross income. A taxpayer makes the small business income tax election by timely filing a Small Business Income Tax return along with their timely filed individual income tax form.
ADOR Guidance Proposition 208 Ruling
ADOR issued guidance for taxpayers who are affected by the recent Maricopa County Superior Court ruling striking down the surcharge imposed by Proposition 208. Taxpayers who have already filed do not need to amend their tax returns.
Common Tax Myths and Facts
What are some common tax myths and facts about filing taxes? If you file a tax extension, do you still need to pay taxes owed? Are minor children required to pay taxes on income?
What Exactly Is a Tax Year?
Tax years are based on annual accounting periods where you keep records and report income and expenses. A tax year may not be a calendar year. Discover the annual accounting periods you may or may not adopt.
Mergers and Acquisitions | Analyzing the Deal
How can you tell if a deal makes practical and financial sense? A short question with a complicated answer. Knowing the basics of when or if a deal makes practical and financial sense is helpful, but seeking help from a CPA to analyze the pros and cons is essential.
Guidance on Schedules K-2 and K-3
The IRS provided further details on additional transition relief for certain domestic partnerships and S corporations preparing the new schedules K-2 and K-3 to further ease the change to these new schedules.
2021 IRS Top 10 Crime List
The IRS compiled a list of its most famous and high-profile investigations of 2021. The most prominent case was a family sentenced to prison for fraudulently receiving millions of dollars in COVID money.
Have You Outgrown Your Accounting Firm?
Collaboration with your Arizona accounting firm should be part of your process when making business decisions. Your accounting firm should listen and help you make strategic moves to grow your company. Perhaps, you have heard your accountants refer to themselves as a crossing guard directing traffic, hoping everyone makes it across safe and sound.
Randy G. Brammer, CPA 2022 Arizona Business Leader
Congratulations to Randy G. Brammer, CPA on his selection as a 2022 Arizona Business Leader. Randy was selected from more than 5,000 Arizona business leaders in a number of industries, including construction, real estate, banking, and financial services.
Arizona CPA Firm | Culture | Upward Mobility | Growth Opportunities
Wallace Plese + Dreher promoted 15 employees ranging from Tax Senior to Senior Tax Manager. Some employees started their careers with the Firm, others transition from industry to public accounting, and some joined the Firm after graduating college.
Difference Between Credits and Deductions
Many people believe tax deductions and credits are the same. Tax deductions reduce your taxable income, but tax credits reduce your tax bill dollar for dollar. Knowing how they work can help you understand your tax situation.
Can a Business Deduct Advertising and Marketing Expenses?
Recent guidance from the IRS highlights the nature of advertising costs. The tax law allows businesses to deduct expenses that help them bring in new customers and keep existing ones. What expenses can a business deduct?
January 31 Preparing for Business Tax Filings
January 31 is a significant date for businesses to perform certain tasks and start preparing for their tax filings. Businesses should keep in mind that state taxing authorities have their own set of due dates. It is never too early to work with your accounting and payroll staff to make sure your end-of-year reporting is accurate and timely.
Medieval Times Employee Holiday Gathering
Wallace Plese + Dreher’s employees gathered together for a holiday event to mingle, share dinner, and journey back in time.
Arizona Small Business Income (SBI) Tax
Senate Bill 1783 allows individual taxpayers to elect to have their Arizona small business adjusted gross income removed from their regular individual income tax return and taxed on a separate Arizona small business income tax return. For taxable years beginning from and after December 31, 2020, a small business taxpayer may elect to file a return for the taxable year with the Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) to report that small business taxpayer’s share of Arizona small business gross income.
2022 Arizona and Federal Tax Filing Deadlines
Every year, changes are made to Arizona’s tax code. Since April 15 2022 falls on a federal holiday, taxpayers have until Monday, April 18, 2022, to file their 2021 tax return. If filing an extension, the extended due date to file the income tax return is October 15, 2022. However, because October 15, 2022 falls on a Saturday, taxpayers have until Monday, October 17, 2022 to timely file their 2021 tax return.
Ensuring Company Financial Statement Assertions Are Accurate
A company’s financial statements reflect the story it tells the general public, and truth and accuracy are key. A company’s CFO is responsible for accurately reporting all of the organization’s financial activities.
Arturo N. Moreno, CPA Appointed NourishPHX Board Chair
Congratulations to Arturo N. Moreno, CPA on his appointment as Board Chair for NourishPHX. NourishPHX assists families and individuals with meeting their daily basic living needs by providing food, clothing, hygiene supplies, and household items.
Employee Retention Credit (ERC) IRS Guidance
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act amended the law so that the Employee Retention Credit applies only to wages paid before October 1, 2021, in some cases. Recently, the IRS issued new guidance on how to manage this change.
Is a Private Equity Partnership Right for You?
To determine whether a private investor is right for your company, you need to understand your motivation. Is it a growth strategy or an exit strategy?
Individual and Business Tax Checklist
As 2021 comes to a close, it is a good time to create a tax checklist for items needed to file individual and business taxes.
2021 Year-End Tax Planning Tips
The end of the year always brings possible last-minute tax changes, which is especially true for 2021. New legislation may mean major changes starting in 2022, but other proposed bills, such as new capital gains and qualified dividend tax rates, may take effect retroactively.
Arizona Tax Credits for Qualifying Charitable Organizations
Arizona offers many opportunities to claim tax credits for Qualifying Charitable Organizations, including Foster Care tax credits on Arizona personal income tax. Also, there are credits for donating to public schools and Certified School Tuition Organizations.
Taxpayer Reminder Limited-Time Donation Rules
Special rules allow limited charitable deductions even for taxpayers who do not itemize. Also, there are other donation changes for individuals and businesses. Learn how to take advantage of these opportunities now.
Managing Supply Chain Risks
Managing supply chains in uncertain times means understanding the risks and finding ways to mitigate them. How do you manage some of the most common supply chain risks?
2021 Treasure House Celebrity Game Night
As a sponsor of the 4th Annual Celebrity Game Night benefiting Treasure House Phoenix, Wallace Plese + Dreher’s partners, managers, and staff attended the event on Thursday, October 7, 2021, at the Scottsdale Hangar One.
Remote and Hybrid Employees | State and Local Tax Considerations
With remote and hybrid work arrangements, employers should be very deliberate when communicating and executing policies relating to an employee’s work location. Individual taxpayers need to be familiar with tax laws in their resident state and businesses should be aware of tax laws in all states they operate.
Stephen J. Rodis, CPA Appointed to Arizona State Board of Accountancy Board
Governor Ducey appoints Stephen J. Rodis, CPA to the Board of the Arizona State Board of Accountancy.
Latest News on Vaccine Mandates
COVID-19 and its variants continue to disrupt the way we live, work, and play. The population disagrees on whether to wear masks or be vaccinated. One of the most pressing issues is whether businesses can — or should — issue a vaccine mandate for their employees.