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AAFCPAs’ Raises $1350 for Mental Health at Summer Outing
AAFCPAs recently enjoyed the opportunity to again connect in person with colleagues at our annual staff outing at Kimball Farm. It was so gratifying to be together again, and to hug and laugh after this crazy year+ we’ve had. Our outing includes an annual fundraiser activity to support nonprofits that make our world a better […]
Treasury, IRS provide gross receipts safe harbor for employers claiming the Employee Retention Credit
AAFCPAs would like to make clients aware that the Treasury and the IRS recently issued a safe harbor allowing employers to exclude certain items from their gross receipts solely for determining eligibility for the Employee Retention Credit (ERC). These amounts are: The amount of the forgiveness of a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loan; Shuttered Venue […]
AAFCPAs’ 2021 CFO Survey Finds Data Management Is Catalyst for Change
CFOs seek better inputs, predictability, and the talent to translate data Boston, MA (August 10, 2021) – AAFCPAs, a best-in-class CPA and consulting firm known for assurance, tax, accounting, wealth management, valuation, business process, and IT advisory solutions, today released its 2021 CFO Survey Report. The survey found that across the board, CFOs are prioritizing […]
Community Health Centers Are a Beacon of Strength
This year for National Health Center Week (August 8 – 14), AAFCPAs shines a light on those front-line providers and support staff who, throughout this pandemic, continue to find innovative ways to address community need and overcome financial vulnerability. They have been instrumental in connecting high-risk and vulnerable individuals to care and needed services and […]
Treasury, IRS Provide Additional Guidance on Employee Retention Credit, Including for the Third and Fourth Quarters of 2021
AAFCPAs would like to make clients aware that the Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service issued further guidance on the employee retention credit, including guidance for employers who pay qualified wages after June 30, 2021, and before January 1, 2022, and additional guidance on miscellaneous issues that apply to the employee retention credit in […]
Paid leave credit available for providing leave to employees caring for individuals obtaining or recovering from a COVID-19 immunization
AAFCPAs would like to make clients aware, the IRS updated frequently asked questions (FAQs) on the paid sick and family leave tax credits under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARP). The updates clarify that eligible employers can claim the credits for providing leave to employees to accompany a family or household member or […]
Grinkis Earns Advanced Life Insurance Underwriting Designation
Carmen Grinkis, Wealth Advisor and Co-Managing Partner of AAF Wealth Management, recently earned a Chartered Life Underwriter® (CLU®) designation, which certifies she obtained expertise that exceeds basic life insurance underwriting requirements. In addition to the CLU®, Carmen has a PhD in Clinical Psychology, a Certification in Long-Term Care (CLTC®), and she is a licensed investment […]
AAFCPAs’ 2021 CFO Survey Report
CFOs seek better inputs, predictability, and the talent to translate data AAFCPAs’ 2021 CFO Survey Finds Data Management Is Catalyst for Change The rise of Big Data brought this to the forefront years ago, however the dramatic events of 2020 made data management a mission-critical part of the finance function. Companies across all stages, sizes, […]
Business Exit Strategy Planning From All Angles
A significant part of AAFCPAs’ Transaction Advisory Services practice involves convincing business owner clients to plan for an exit well before they are actually ready to leave the business. When asked when they should start planning, we often say “the day you start your business.” Realistically, a meaningful strategy can be put in place 3-5 […]