Cohen & Co finalized the acquisition of Szymkowiak & Associates CPAs (Szymkowiak) and PEAR Consultants, LLC (PEAR), effective today. As a result of the transaction, Cohen & Co has expanded their services into Western New York for closely held and private equity-owned companies,...
Read MoreIf you have recently sold, are looking to sell or even considering an investment in C corporation stock in a small business, you may want to consider your eligibility for the benefits under Internal Revenue Code Section 1202. Section 1202 of the tax code allows taxpayers to exclude some or...
Read MoreThis year our fall CPE conference took on a slightly different shape. We of course had technical-focused educational sessions on topics geared toward private companies, but we also had the opportunity to join our investment industry colleagues and clients for extended networking and some...
Read MoreSzymkowiak & Associates CPAs and PEAR Consultants, LLC are joining Cohen & Co, one of the top tax and accounting firms in the U.S.
Read More** This blog was last updated 12/6/23 **NOTE: As BOI regulations continue to evolve, please see our BOI Reporting Resource Center for the most up-to-date reporting deadline information. Congress passed the Corporate Transparency Act of 2021 (CTA) to enhance transparency and combat illicit...
Read MoreWhat does it mean to have your books in order before you sell your company? Everything. When it's time to sell your business, you've likely invested great effort and resources into making it a valuable asset. However, inadequate accounting practices can significantly diminish the...
Read MoreOn Thursday, October 19, 2023, the IRS released the process for certain taxpayers who wish to withdraw previously filed ERC claims. This comes on the heels of the IRS announcement last month that they were halting the processing of future claims until at least the end of 2023. If you no...
Read More** This blog was last updated 12/18/23 ** The latest biennial budget bill made significant changes to the Ohio Commercial Activity Tax (CAT) that left many business taxpayers and practitioners in the state waiting for more clarity. On Monday, August 21, 2023, the Ohio Department of Taxation...
Read MoreCreating strategies for both estate and business succession planning is equally important. On the business side, it’s not just about preparing for your retirement but also about preparing for unexpected events. Either way, proper planning identifies which position you want to replace...
Read MoreAs of September 14, 2023, the IRS has stopped processing newly filed Employee Retention Credit (ERC) claims, at least until the end of 2023. This means the IRS will not take action at the present time on any claims filed on or after this date. While they will continue to process previously filed...
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