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SBA releases guidance on PPP second draw loans

SBA releases guidance on PPP second draw loans

SBA releases two PPP reopening guidance packages. The first for new borrowers and the second for the second draw program.
SBA releases guidance on PPP continued access program

SBA releases guidance on PPP continued access program

SBA releases two PPP reopening guidance packages. The first for new borrowers and the second for the second-draw program.
Game-changing updates to the Employee Retention Credit

Game-changing updates to the Employee Retention Credit

Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan recipients may now qualify for the employee retention tax credit based on new legislation signed.
Retirement plans under the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021

Retirement plans under the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021

The Act does not lengthen CARES Act COVID plan relief, but offers relief for non-COVID disasters, partial terminations and pension plans.
The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021

The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021

On December 27, 2020, the President signed the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 into law. In this video, we cover the major provisions of the $900 billion stimulus relief package that affect businesses and individuals.
Long-awaited rules issued on income recognition for accrual taxpayers

Long-awaited rules issued on income recognition for accrual taxpayers

Final regulations provide accrual taxpayers certain flexibility for recognizing income and offer sought-after cost offset for sale of goods.
Congress passes appropriations bill, containing COVID-19 relief bill

Congress passes appropriations bill, containing COVID-19 relief bill

Last minute negotiations pave way for Congress to pass second major COVID-19 stimulus package with tax law changes and tax extenders.
IRS TEGE extends COVID-19 modifications to examination procedures

IRS TEGE extends COVID-19 modifications to examination procedures

TEGE will continue to provide flexibility on IDR enforcement timelines and modified examination procedures due to COVID-19.
Congress passes law containing PPP tax fix; second-draw program

Congress passes law containing PPP tax fix; second-draw program

After negotiations go to the 11th hour, Congress passes tax fix for PPP, changes to loan forgiveness and establishes second-draw program.
Progress continues on PPP deductibility ‘fix’

Progress continues on PPP deductibility ‘fix’

Last push for stimulus funding before year-end provides PPP deductibility obviating need to plan around nondeductibility of PPP expenses.
IRS creates new Form 1099-NEC for filing year 2020

IRS creates new Form 1099-NEC for filing year 2020

The IRS created a new Form 1099-NEC to report nonemployee compensation with a different due date than Form 1099-MISC.
IRS issues interim guidance on backlog of fuel credit claims

IRS issues interim guidance on backlog of fuel credit claims

The IRS has developed new guidance for processing interest bearing fuel claims, including one-time claims for alternative fuel credits.
RSM Middle Market Business Index: November 2020

RSM Middle Market Business Index: November 2020

The MMBI eased to 123.6 in November from 126.7 in October, reflecting stout middle market business conditions.
IRS issues guidance on 401(k) and 403(b) Plans

IRS issues guidance on 401(k) and 403(b) Plans

IRS guidance on the 15% maximum on automatic contributions, 401(k) and 403(b) plan safe harbor requirements, and plan loan offset rollovers.
PPP Loan Forgiveness and Tax Planning

PPP Loan Forgiveness and Tax Planning

Recent guidance from the IRS concerning PPP loan expense deductions may have a significant effect on when you apply for forgiveness and how to maximize your loan forgiveness amount. In this video, we will share the latest IRS guidance on expense deductions, their potential impact on the amount of forgiveness you may receive, and some basics of the loan application process.