In April 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) approved a groundbreaking rule that would have prohibited most noncompete agreements with employees nationwide. This ban, scheduled for September 4, 2024, faced immediate legal challenges. Now, in a significant development, a federal court has blocked the rule, casting doubt on its future.

Office supply scams are a tricky type of vendor fraud that generally use behavioral psychology and often depend on poor intraoffice communications for their "success." Although they may not result in substantial financial losses for defrauded companies, falsified invoices can add up to thousands of dollars. Fortunately, you can help prevent them.

As summer, a season often associated with relaxation and fun comes to a close, it's important to remember that it's not too late to capitalize on potential tax savings that could benefit you during filing season. Whether you've tied the knot, sent the kids to camp, or embarked on a business trip, these activities might have impacted your tax situation. Here are some key summertime activities and tips to consider.

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 introduced significant changes to Section 174 of the Internal Revenue Code, affecting how businesses handle Research and Experimental (R&E) expenditures. Starting in 2022, these expenses must be capitalized and amortized over a specific period rather than deducted in the year they are incurred. This blog post will guide you through the new rules and how to navigate them effectively.

Institutions are grappling with significant changes around athlete employment status in the rapidly evolving landscape of collegiate athletics. The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) decision regarding Dartmouth athletes suggests a broader shift toward recognizing athletes as employees. Universities must navigate this new terrain with strategic foresight and an eye toward compliance.

For many, the word "audit" conjures up images of tax auditors camping out in dark offices or reading intimidating letters from the IRS. However, an internal audit can become an invaluable tool that business owners and executives come to love.

Many businesses struggle with procurement, whether hiring contractors, buying equipment, or paying vendors. Here are some tips for streamlining your company's purchase order (PO) approval process.

Get ready: The upcoming presidential and congressional elections may significantly alter the tax landscape for businesses in the United States. The reason is a tax law scheduled to expire in about 17 months and how politicians in Washington would like to handle it.

Effective expense reporting is essential to maintaining rigorous financial controls critical to any business's profitability. Monitoring employee expenditures allows your organization to track spending, control costs, and maintain accurate financial records.