New per diem business travel rates kicked in on October 1
November 2, 2023
The IRS recently announced the special “per diem” rates that became effective Oct. 1, 2023. Here are the basics of these rates.
Contributing to your employer’s 401(k) plan: How it works
November 1, 2023
Does your employer offer a 401(k) plan, but you haven’t started participating? Here are the basic features of these plans to illustrate why you should strongly consider it.
Keep training programs tuned in to the needs of your organization and its employees
October 30, 2023
Employers: Are you providing adequate, up-to-date training to all your employees? Here are some best practices to consider.
Accounting for M&As
October 27, 2023
Here’s an overview of M&A accounting rules to help minimize the guesswork (and rework) related to purchase price allocations.
The Social Security wage base for employees and self-employed people is increasing in 2024
October 26, 2023
Certain business owners and some of their employees don’t have to pay Social Security tax on all their wages. Amounts above a threshold aren’t subject to Social Security tax. The “wage base” for 2024 was recently announced by the Social Security Administration.
Facing a future emergency? Two new tax provisions may soon provide relief
October 25, 2023
Starting next year, employers with certain retirement plans can allow staff members to contribute to pension-linked emergency savings accounts. Here’s how they work and who can contribute.
