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Estate planning insights from America’s wealthiest families

Discover how America’s elite manage their vast fortunes to ensure their wealth endures across generations. This article breaks down the successful strategies and common pitfalls in estate planning, using examples from storied dynasties like the Rockefellers and Hearsts. Gain insights into how you can protect your financial legacy and avoid common estate planning mistakes.

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Tax

A Warning to Taxpayers: IRS Alerts on Rising Tax Scams

The IRS has warned taxpayers about the increase in tax scams that involve false claims for refunds. The scammers use various schemes to inflate the amount of refund they request, such as claiming credits for fuel tax, sick and family leave, or household employment taxes. These scams affect not only the taxpayers who fall prey to them, but also the IRS and other taxpayers who face delays in receiving their legitimate refunds. The IRS advises taxpayers to be vigilant and protect their personal and financial information from these fraudsters.

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Client Accounting Services

Enhancing Financial Efficiency with Our Client Accounting Services

In the fast-paced, constantly evolving business environment, maximizing efficiency is key to sustainable growth. One area where businesses can significantly streamline operations is within their accounting department. Packer Thomas’s Client Accounting Services (CAS) can prove to be a game-changer, enabling you to focus on your core business while we handle the complexities of financial management. Contact us today to learn more about how our Client Accounting Services can help your business thrive.

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Internships

Seeing April 15th for the First Time 

As an accounting student you learn about the stress of working your first tax season, and what to be prepared for by the time you start looking for internships. When I was offered an internship

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Mastering Accounts Receivable Management
Financial Tid-Bits

Mastering Accounts Receivable Management: Tips for Success

Managing accounts receivable presents challenges, particularly in uncertain economic conditions. To ensure your company’s financial well-being, periodic review of billing and collections processes is essential. Consider these actionable suggestions:   Address billing discrepancies promptly  

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Revenue Recognition Audits from Packer Thomas
Accounting & Auditing

The Importance of Revenue Recognition Audits

The primary line item on a for-profit business’s income statement is revenue (or sales), making accurate reporting crucial for producing reliable financial statements. According to U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), revenue is recognized when

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Financial Tid-Bits

What To Know About Restricted Stock Awards

Restricted stock awards are a popular way for companies to offer equity-oriented executive compensation. Some businesses offer them instead of stock option awards. The reason: Options can lose most or all of their value if

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Financial Tid-Bits

Tax Deductions: Donating To Charity

Did you donate to charity last year? Acknowledgment letters from the charities you gave to may have already shown up in your mailbox. But if you don’t receive such a letter, can you still claim

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Accounting & Auditing

AI Solutions Within the Accounting Industry

Technology is transforming the accounting profession. When businesses moved from paper ledgers to spreadsheets, it improved the timeliness, accuracy and integrity of accounting-related data. Likewise, cloud computing and the ability to remotely access real-time data

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Accounting & Auditing

How to Navigate The Rising Cost of College

With the rising cost of college, many families are in search of scholarships to help pay the bills. If your child is awarded a scholarship, you may wonder about how it could affect your family’s

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