
Mark R. Dreher, CPA | What Businesses Can Do to Prosper Post-Pandemic
Mark R. Dreher, CPA gives guidance to Arizona businesses post-pandemic in an AZBigMedia article.
Mark R. Dreher, CPA gives guidance to Arizona businesses post-pandemic in an AZBigMedia article.
Several tax credits and incentives, such as the qualified fuel cell motor vehicles and energy-efficient home improvements, are set to expire at the end of 2020.
The DOL released additional guidance for workers and employers on how protections and requirements will affect the workplace as companies reopen. Additional guidance will help everyone understand workplace rights and responsibilities.
The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) affects more than Californians and has wide implications for many businesses.
In March 2020, due to COVID-19, the IRS automatically extended the filing deadline for tax returns from April 15 to July 15, 2020. The extension applied to all individual returns, trusts, and corporations. The Arizona tax filing deadline was also extended to July 15, 2020.
How is your business doing? Having a lot of customers or clients does not necessarily mean success. Do you know your key performance indicators, also known as KPIs?
President Trump extended acceptance of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan applications until August 8, 2020, a five-week extension.
In the past, physician practices were set up as sole proprietorships or partnerships. As the business of medicine and liability risks grew more complex, new entities were created. Arizona medical practices now have a number of entity options.
With many people working from home, you may think you can take a home office tax deduction. The Internal Revenue Code is complex and sets certain conditions on claiming a tax deduction. What deduction is allowable and under which circumstance?
The U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration (ITA) and U.S. & Foreign Commercial Service (USFCS) are temporarily reducing or eliminating costs of several export services to U.S. businesses affected by COVID-19.
The SBA and Treasury agreed with U.S. Senate Small Business Committee bipartisan leadership to make public additional data regarding the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP).
COVID-19 caused many brick-and-mortar entities to strengthen or create their online presence, forcing them to address sales tax complexities they did not have to contend with when sales were local.
According to retirement professionals and researchers, the pandemic will affect Social Security benefits for those born in 1960, due to the complicated formula the Social Security Administration uses to calculate benefits.
With the enactment of the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act, more than $129 billion in PPP funds are still available.
Join Stephen J. Rodis, CPA and Mark R. Dreher, CPA in an ASCPA live online webcast on June 20, 2020, about current PPP tax issues and status of forgiveness portion of the PPP loan program, including financial reporting options.
The Small Business Administration (SBA) is accepting new Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) and EIDL Advance applications from qualified small businesses and agricultural businesses.
The PPP Flexibility Act offers partial loan forgiveness when a borrower uses less than 60% of the loan for payroll costs during the forgiveness covered period.
President Trump signed the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020 modifying certain provisions related to PPP loan forgiveness. One important modification allows recipients of loan forgiveness to defer payroll taxes.
The SBA issued PPP loan guidance that businesses can exclude laid-off employees from loan forgiveness reduction calculations if employees reject a written offer to be rehired.
COVID-19 may have created tax complications for companies with employees working from home in another state. To prevent tax surprises for you and your employees, understanding how to classify wages will avoid penalties and amending tax filings.
The IRS announced an inflation-adjusted increase to Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) for calendar year 2021. HSAs are savings accounts that employees can use with a high-deductible health plan to cover higher deductibles and copays.
Recent government aid in the face of COVID-19 extends beyond tax breaks. It also includes provisions for various aspects of retirement plans.
The CDC has given guidance for reopening certain businesses under specific circumstances. Businesses should start developing their reopening plans with these guidelines.
On May 15, 2020, the SBA published its PPP Loan Forgiveness Application, with instructions, providing some clarity about allowing borrowers to use their regular payroll schedule. Borrowers were concerned about matching their payroll cycle to the testing or covered period in the forgiveness formula.
Arizona Governor Ducey announced retail, including retailers in indoor shopping malls, pools, gyms, fitness providers, spas, massage therapists, and personal services may open on May 13, 2020, with physical distancing and enhanced sanitation.
The Trump Administration extended the deadline for companies to repay PPP loans from May 7, 2020 to May 14, 2020. The decision comes after many groups and organizations requested the administration provide additional time for companies to determine if they would return the funds.
The U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform released a poll showing that Americans across the political spectrum believe that employers must have protections from COVID-related lawsuits. The poll shows more than 6-in-10 Americans say Congress should extend liability protections to employers.
The IRS and SBA issued guidance clarifying certain rules about PPP. Whether you have a loan already or preparing to apply, you should be aware of tax responsibilities and disbursement rules.
Arizona Governor Ducey announced barbers and cosmetologists can resume operations on May 8, 2020, and dine-in restaurants on May 11, 2020, with safety protocols and best practices.
On April 29, 2020, Governor Ducey loosen some Stay Home restrictions, including a phased in approach for retail stores effective May 4, 2020. The Stay Home order remains in effect through May 15, 2020, with modifications.
Are companies required to offer COBRA to employees that lose coverage under a group health plan due to a furlough relating to COVID-19?
The Internal Revenue Service issued guidance providing tax relief under the CARES Act for taxpayers with net operating losses, offering a six-month extension to file on carrybacks.
According to HHS, a portion of the $100 billion Provider Relief Fund will be used to reimburse healthcare providers, at Medicare rates, for COVID-related treatment of the uninsured. As a condition, providers are obligated to abstain from “balance billing” any patient for COVID-related treatment.
Many Arizona small businesses received Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) funding to maintain payroll levels from loss of revenue. The Small Business Administration (SBA) released an Interim Final Rule addressing eligibility issues and requirements for certain pledges. The CARES Act requires the SBA to issue additional guidance on rules for loan forgiveness by April 27, 2020.
The April 15, 2020 deadline for filing and paying Arizona and federal income taxes for the 2019 calendar year is July 15, 2020. The Arizona due date for first quarter estimated tax payments has not changed and remains April 15, 2020.
April 15, 2020 is the deadline for taxpayers to claim tax credits on their 2019 individual income taxes for donations to qualifying charitable organizations (QCO), certified school tuition organizations (STOs), and public schools.
The CARES Act offers some relief for borrowers seeking student loan repayment delays. There are some limitations and not every loan classified as a student loan is eligible.
The CARES Act grants a payroll tax credit for employment taxes owed by certain eligible employers. Employers may be able to defer the employer portion of any Social Security taxes for the period beginning on March 27, 2020, and ending before January 1, 2021.
Governor Ducey issued an Executive Order temporarily suspending commercial tenant evictions, including lock out, notice to vacate, or any other attempt to inhibit the operations of a business associated with inability to pay rent caused by COVID-19. The Executive Order expires on May 31, 2020.
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act provides small and midsize employers refundable tax credits that reimburse them, dollar-for-dollar, for the cost of providing paid sick and family leave wages to their employees for leave related to COVID-19.
According to Eric Stevenson, President, Nationwide Retirement Plans, advisors to retirement plans will play a critical role, stating “This is the time they have to be more visible than they have ever been,” said Stevenson. “They have to be in constant communication with plan sponsors, even if from a distance.”
The Economic Injury Disaster Loans and Emergency Economic Injury Grants provide an emergency advance of up to $10,000 to small businesses and private nonprofits harmed by COVID-19 within three days of applying for an SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL). To access the advance, you first apply for an EIDL and then request the advance.
The Small Business Debt Relief Program provides immediate relief to small businesses with non-disaster SBA loans, such as 7(a), 504, and microloans. Eligibility requirements for 7(a), 504, and microloans, along with other resources, are in this article.
Business owners should consider the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) to assist them through this critical time. We highly recommend they contact their lending institution to start the lending process and begin gathering information that may be required for their application.
On March 30, 2020, Arizona Governor Doug Ducey announced Arizona’s version of a stay-at-home executive order. Unique to Arizona, the Governor’s order includes a strong focus on mental health and encourages Arizonans to participate in outdoor activities in accordance with social distancing measures.
The SBA strongly encouraged its lending partners to offer deferment relief to existing borrowers that have been adversely affected by COVID-19-related economic disruptions.
Congress is proposing a stimulus bill, which is expected to become law in the next few days. Here are some of the major provisions and potential impacts.
Governor Ducey declared most Arizona counties, including Maricopa, a disaster area. This means business owners can apply for low-interest loans online through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Disaster Loan Application Portal.
On March 20, 2020, the Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) announced it moved the deadline for filing and paying state income taxes from April 15 to July 15, 2020 following direction by Governor Doug Ducey.
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (H.R. 6201) is now law, and attorneys, accountants, and other professionals are reviewing the main provisions about paid family and sick leave.