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Introduction to Business Acquisitions WEBCAST

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Your Desk

8.0 Credits

Transaction basics. Due diligence. Asset versus stock based transactions. Transaction terms. Buyer and seller best practices. Transaction costs.

Prix Fixe: ASC 842 - Lessons Learned from Adoption WEBINAR

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Your Desk

1.0 Credits

Implementation challenges in adopting ASC 842.

International Taxation WEBCAST

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Your Desk

8.0 Credits

Receipts in foreign currency. Allocation and apportionment of deductions. U. S. foreign tax credit - fundamentals and special rules. Initiation of foreign operations. Foreign branches and affiliated companies. Sale of use of tangible property. Foreign business operations in the United States. Foreign business sales of tangible property in the United States. Foreign business provision of services in the United States. Exploitation of business assets outside of the United States. Use of foreign tangible/intangible property in the United States, U. S. withholding taxes on foreign businesses.

Guide and Update to Compilations, Reviews, and Preparations WEBCAST

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Your Desk

4.0 Credits

SSARS No. 21, Clarification and Recodification, and updates to SSARS No. 21 due to the issuance of SSARS No. 23. Omnibus Statement on Standards for Accounting and Review Services, SSARS No. 24. Omnibus Statement on Standards for Accounting and Review Services - 2018, SSARS No. 22. Compilation of Pro Forma Financial Information. Comprehensive sample engagement work programs for every level of SSARS No. 21 service. Complete illustrations of engagement letters, management representation letter, reporting and other required communications for every level of SSARS No. 21 service. Quality issues related to SSARS No. 21 engagements. Proposed changes to the SSARS.

Washington Ethics and New Developments 2023 WEBCAST

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Your Desk

4.0 Credits

The AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and key Washington differences, new developments at the national and state level, best practices for CPAs in public accounting and industry, and emerging issues.

The Complete Guide to Estate Administrations WEBCAST

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Your Desk

8.0 Credits

Estate settlement issues. Collection and accounting of assets. Determining the legitimacy of debts and creditors. Payment of creditors. Distribution issues. Probate issues. Will contests. Inventory of assets. Fiduciary duties. Rights of creditors, third parties, and beneficiaries. Federal estate tax issues. State death tax issues. Ancillary estate administration issues. Fiduciary accounting issues. Special issues regarding trusts.

Preparation and Compilation Engagements Under the SSARS WEBCAST

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Your Desk

4.0 Credits

Relevant sections of SSARS No. 21, Clarification and Recodification. Updates to SSARS No. 21 guidance due to issuance of SSARS Nos. 22, 23 and 24. Proposed changes to the SSARS guidance. Comprehensive sample engagement work programs for preparation and compilation engagements. Prescribed form, specified line item, pro forma, and other engagement variations. Complete illustrations of relevant engagement letters, reporting and other required communications for preparation and compilation engagements. SSARS No. 21 implementation issues and peer review feedback.

Not-For-Profit Conference 2023 WEBCAST

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Your Desk

16.0 Credits

The conference will feature a variety of presentations on topics such as: FASB Update ASB Update QuickBooks for your NFP Grant Accounting AI Tools for Accountants Board Development 990 Reporting And more! Plus, catch up on new and current regulations.

Washington Sales Tax With Mark Hugh WEBCAST

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Your Desk

2.0 Credits

Sales tax basics, includable gross income, accruing the use tax, exemptions, interstate and foreign sales, and special areas including construction activities and information technology.

Common Deficiencies in SSARS Engagement WEBCAST

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Your Desk

4.0 Credits

Compilation and review engagements. Peer review.

Rules, Regulations and Ethics for CPAs in Washington - 2023 WEBCAST

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Your Desk

4.0 Credits

Washington State statute and rules Update for 2023.

Hottest Tax Topics for 2022 WEBCAST

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Your Desk

8.0 Credits

Legislative changes, and IRS guidance that impacts individuals and businesses. Section 199A Qualified Business Income deduction. Qualified research credit. Section 179 and bonus depreciation. Tax advantaged savings accounts. Tax benefits for education. Tax preparer penalties. Hot tax planning strategies for individuals and small businesses. Savings and retirement plan options. Estates and trusts, and much more!

Prix Fixe: Loss Prevention Tips from an A&A Perspective: The Paybook WEBINAR

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Your Desk

1.0 Credits

Learn about your responsibilities, and your clients' responsibilities, in regard to financial statements. Review recent A&A pronouncements and standards. Gain an understanding of the heightened risks posed by the current economic climate. Learn practical loss prevention tips to help A&A professionals reduce risk.

Annual Update for Defined Contribution Plans WEBCAST

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Your Desk

2.0 Credits

Common risks and pitfalls associated with defined contribution plans. Nuances of the fair value disclosures. New reporting and disclosure requirements for the current year. Results of DOL Audit Quality Study.

The Washington Capital Gains Tax WEBCAST

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Your Desk

1.0 Credits

Washington capital gains tax.

Lease Accounting: The Impact of Changing Standards on Both Lessors and Lessees WEBCAST

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Your Desk

2.0 Credits

Outcomes of the recent FASB and IASB Joint Project related to Leases. Differentiating between accounting and reporting requirements for operating and finance leases. Evaluating possible material misstatement related to lease recognition, measurement, presentation and disclosure.

Financial and Estate Planning Techniques of Charitable Giving WEBCAST

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Your Desk

8.0 Credits

Understanding charitable gift annuities. Charitable giving using life insurance. Charitable remainder trusts (CRATS and CRUTS). Charitable lead trusts. Complete understanding of community foundations. Complete understanding of private foundations. Conservation easements and fa‡ade easements. Retirement plan gifts (making charitable gifts with IRAs or other retirement funds). Testamentary gifts. Donor-advised funds. Pooled income funds. Supporting organizations.

Government GAAP Update WEBCAST

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Your Desk

2.0 Credits

Accounting. Governmental entities.

Washington Sales Tax With Mark Hugh WEBCAST

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Your Desk

2.0 Credits

Sales tax basics, includable gross income, accruing the use tax, exemptions, interstate and foreign sales, and special areas including construction activities and information technology.

The Best Estate and Financial Planning Topics of 2023 WEBCAST

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Your Desk

8.0 Credits

The uncertainty of estate and gift tax planning. Common mistakes made by clients in estate and financial planning. The modern era of domicile-related issues in tax, financial, and estate planning. Issues in charitable planning. The proper use of split-interest trusts. Sophisticated insurance concepts. The need for proper IRA distribution planning. Special planning issues for the older client.

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