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How the Solar Energy Credit Can Benefit Your Tax Returns
Solar panels have emerged as a popular alternative source of energy as people seek sustainable ways of living. The federal government supports this effort by offering a solar energy tax
Highlights from NPO Strategic Planning Workshop
We at Smith Marion were able to launch our NPO Strategic Planning Workshop on August 4th, 2022. Kendra Dockham and Hannah Baldwin led the seminar. Kendra has over 10 years
How to Avoid ERC Scams
ERC, or Employee Retention Credit, is a tax credit available to businesses that kept employees on payroll through the slowdowns and shutdowns that occurred as a result of the COVID-19
3 Important Areas of Business Growth That Occur Over Time
Overview: Common ways businesses develop over the years, and how your company compares Both for-profit and nonprofit companies develop over the years in ways they likely didn’t anticipate in the
Small Business Tips: How to Develop a Good Work-life Balance
Overview: Learn what a good work-life balance looks like and how to accomplish that for you and your team We hear a lot about work-life balance these days more than
Housing Authority Peer Group Review: 2022 Spring Connection Meeting Highlights
Overview: See what took place at the Spring Connection Meeting for housing authorities in Charleston, South Carolina this past May The Spring Connection Meeting took place in May this year
9 Surprising Benefits of Short Daily Walks (Only 15 Minutes Per Day)
Did you know these surprising benefits of walking for 15 minutes each day? If you’re looking for ways to improve work productivity, this one’s for you Work is important, but
Electric Vehicle Purchases & Taxes: 3 Important Points to Consider
Overview: These 3 tips can help you take advantage of the available Federal Tax Credit when purchasing an electric vehicle On the market for a new vehicle? We’ve got some
4 Expert Tips to Plan the Perfect Budget-friendly Summer Vacation
Overview: These professional financial tips will help you plan the perfect summer vacation on a budget With summer finally here, many of us are ready to be on that summer
6 Underrated Benefits of Joining a Peer Group for Nonprofits
Overview: Learn some benefits of joining a peer group to help your nonprofit organization grow Why should you navigate the complexities of managing an organization alone when there are tangible
How Blockchain Technology Could Affect the Future of Auditin
Overview: Here’s why CPA auditors have started to use blockchain for simplified auditing First proposed in 1991, blockchains were made popular in 2009 with the creation of bitcoin. The technology,
How to Have Productive Team Meetings (that Don’t Suck)
Overview: Are team meetings making you feel anxious, bored, or unmotivated? Here are some tips for more enjoyable (and productive) team meetings. Unproductive meetings waste team members time and leave
Helpful Tools and 7 Professional Tips to Track Company Spending
Overview: Easy tips from a professional accounting firm to help you keep track of where your company’s funds are going. Do you know where your company’s funds are going? It
How to Calculate Business Vehicle Expenses
Overview: Learn how to calculate your vehicle’s expenses if you’re using it for business Using vehicles in pursuit of a trade or business has many benefits. From deducting the ordinary
6 Tips for a Successful Strategic Planning Meeting
Overview: Tips to help make your strategic planning session one that is well worth the time invested In order to lead a great strategic planning meeting, you have to “plan
General Practices to Keep Your Information Safe Online
In this digital world, it might feel as though little can be done to prevent attacks on personal information. As technology becomes more and more sophisticated, so have attempts to
How to Pick the Right Accounting Firm to Work at.
How to Pick the Right Accounting Firm to Work at Overview: You’ve just finished your accounting training and education and you’re ready to start your career – here’s how to
How to Get the Most Out of Your Internship
3 Professional Accounting Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Accounting Internship Overview: Smith Marion's Joey Harding, Senior Associate, gives 3 pieces of advice for accounting interns to get
PIC-NG Guidance For Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHVS)
Is there any guidance regarding PIC-NG for Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHV)? Summary: Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHV) funds allocated to the PHA for HAP (both funding for the initial allocation and
When a Nonprofit is Required to Have an Audit
When is a non-profit required to have an audit performed by an independent certified public accountant? Overview: Non-profit entities are regulated by both federal and state laws. It is important
What to do before setting up a corporation
An easy 5-step guideline to successfully incorporate your business in 2021 Whether you’ve been in business for a while or you’re a start-up, you may be considering incorporation or another
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