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Updated rules for mileage-related deductions

Updated Rule for Mileage-Related Deductions

The IRS has issued new guidance updating the rules for using optional standard mileage rates when calculating “above-the-line” deductions for the costs of operating an automobile for certain purposes. IRS […]

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R&D Credits for Small Manufacturers

R&D Credits for Small Manufacturers

Many manufacturers take advantage of the federal income tax credit for increasing research activities, more commonly referred to as the “R&D credit.” Enacted back in 1981, the R&D credit was […]

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2 valuable year-end tax-saving tools for your business

Two Valuable Year-End Tax-Saving Tools for Your Business

At this time of year, many business owners are trying to do what they can to save tax for the year. Under current tax law, there are two valuable depreciation-related […]

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Is it a good idea to convert a C-Corporation to a S-Corporation_

Is it a good idea to convert a C-Corporation to a S-Corporation?

If you are thinking about converting a C-Corporation to an S-Corporation there are several issues that must be taken into consideration before making the election.  Although S-corporations can provide substantial […]

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What to do with my Required Minimum Distribution

What to Do with My Required Minimum Distribution

Are you 70 ½ or older and charitably minded with investments in an IRA? With fewer taxpayers itemizing because of the doubling of the standard deduction, using your required minimum […]

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Year-end tax planning for businesses struggling with the TCJA

Year-End Tax Planning for Businesses Struggling with the TCJA

During the first tax-filing season under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), many businesses wrestled with how the law’s sweeping changes would impact their bottom lines. Before the beginning […]

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Family members with disabilities may be ABLE to save

Family Members with Disabilities may be ABLE to Save

Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) account is a tax-free account that can be used for expenses related to disability without losing eligibility for government benefits. ABLE accounts can be […]

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Top 5 501(r) Misses to Avoid

Top 5 501(r) Misses to Avoid

With the final 501(r) regulations released on December 29, 2014, one would think that every tax-exempt hospital should be fully compliant with these regulations by now. However, the IRS continues […]

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Tax Planning Tips to Adjust Your Taxable Income

Tax Planning Tips to Adjust Your Taxable Income

As the year comes to a close, it is important to review options that are available to lower your tax burden. One easy way to adjust your taxable income for […]

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Contributions and Exchange Transactions_ A Reminder on Upcoming New Revenue Standards

Contributions and Exchange Transactions: A Reminder on Upcoming New Revenue Standards

Update published on June 5, 2020: FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) 2020-05, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (ASC 606) and Leases (ASC 842) Effective Dates for Certain Entities, as part of […]

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Using Your 401(k) Plan to Save

Using Your 401(k) Plan to Save

You can reduce taxes and save for retirement by contributing to a tax-advantaged retirement plan. If your employer offers a 401(k) or Roth 401(k) plan, contributing to it is a […]

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Small Business 1099-MISC Reporting Requirements

Small Business 1099-MISC Reporting Requirements

A month after the new year begins, your business may be required to comply with rules to report amounts paid to independent contractors, vendors, and others. This involves sending 1099-MISC […]

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3 Practical Ways to Protect Your Company from Accounts Payable Fraud

3 Practical Ways to Protect Your Company from Accounts Payable Fraud

Processing accounts payable transactions is one of the most significant activities in a contractor’s operations and is an essential component in managing cash flow and project budgets. Unfortunately, the accounts […]

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2020 CY OPPS Final Rule

2020 CY OPPS Final Rule

Reductions to 340B Payments and Certain Provider-Based Departments and a Delay on Pricing Transparency Rules This past weekend, CMS released the final rule for CY 2020 Outpatient Prospective System (OPPS) […]

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TCJA and 2019 Tax Law Issues

TCJA and 2019 Tax Law Issues

By Miranda Aavatsmark Make no mistake, Congress did not come together and pass any new tax laws or make other changes to the existing tax laws in 2019. Although there […]

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Webinars

Vsimple and Hearn Construction Workflow Management Webinar

On-Demand Webinar: Vsimple Success Stories – Hearn Construction

Blue & Co. and Vsimple hosted a webinar on Tuesday, December 6, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. EST entitled Workflow Management: How Hearn Construction is Standardizing & Simplifying Their […]

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On-Demand Webinar: Myths and Facts of Commercial Loan Reviews

Download Webinar Resources On April 6, Blue & Co. held a webinar entitled Myths and Facts of Commercial Loan Reviews. Panelists debunked common loan review myths and presented the facts […]

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Webinar: A Guide to the Kentucky Tangible Personal Property Tax Return for Manufacturers

You’re Invited Join Blue & Co. on Wednesday, February 9 at 12:00 PM EST for a webinar entitled A Guide to the Kentucky Tangible Personal Property Tax Return for Manufacturers. This presentation […]

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Tax Reform Distillery

Webinar: Tax Reform – What Does it Mean for You and Your Distillery?

You’re Invited! Join Blue & Co. and the Kentucky Distillers’ Association (KDA) on Thursday, December 9 at 10:00 AM EST for a webinar entitled Tax Reform: What does it mean for […]

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On-Demand Webinar: COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate in the Workplace

President Biden’s administration recently announced its Path Out of the Pandemic action plan which included specific guidance around a COVID-19 vaccine mandate. The action plan calls for employers with 100 […]

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COVID Vaccine Mandates & Your Organization Webinar

Join Us! Join Blue & Co., Current HR, and DBL Law on November 16th from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. EST for a webinar covering the new COVID vaccine mandates […]

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