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Tax Strategies for Cannabis Operators Webinar 2025
2025 Tax Planning for Cannabis Operators Webinar Navigate complex tax rules and maximize efficiency with insights from AAFCPAs’ 2025 Tax Planning for Cannabis Operators webinar. Learn strategies to address 280E compliance, optimize operations, and implement tax-efficient plans for your business. In this session, you will learn: Webinar OnDemand

Asset Sale vs. Stock Sale: Key Differences When Selling a Business
Selling a business can take many forms. Some owners transfer shares to employees through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Others stage a management buyout or pass control gradually to family. But in most private company sales, the structure falls into one of two broad categories: asset sale or stock sale. The distinction matters. Each […]

Positioning for Profitability: Smarter Compliance and Tax Strategies in Cannabis
The cannabis industry continues to evolve, bringing both opportunities and complexities. As state-level legalization expands, multi-state operators must navigate a patchwork of regulations, each with its own compliance demands. Federal prohibition only compounds these challenges, driving up tax burdens, tightening financial constraints, and adding layers of regulatory uncertainty. For cannabis operators and investors, staying ahead […]

How to Make Inventory Decisions That Drive Profit
Challenges to Profitability in the Cannabis Industry Profitability in the cannabis industry is challenging due to a combination of regulatory hurdles, banking restrictions, high tax rates, intense market competition, and cash flow management issues. The complex regulatory environment increases compliance costs, while federal laws limit access to traditional banking resources. Additionally, IRS Code Section 280E […]

AAFCPAs Participates in Compliance Panel at NECANN Boston 2025
AAFCPAs’ Janice M. O’Reilly, CPA, CGMA and David McManus, CPA, CGMA will join Tony Gallo, Sapphire Risk Advisory Group, and Peter D’Agostino, Tenax Strategies, for an interactive panel discussion at the 2025 New England Cannabis Convention (NECANN) on key compliance issues faced by cannabis establishments. The opening day session will cover compliance and reporting requirements […]

Navigating the Cannabis Industry’s Biggest Challenges
In this article: As the cannabis industry evolves, operators at every level are faced with unique challenges. From managing cash flow to ensuring compliance and refining operations, the pressure to balance day-to-day demands with long-term strategy is immense. As market dynamics shift, businesses must adapt quickly and efficiently to remain competitive. But with so many […]

Webinar Recap: Tax Planning for Cannabis Operators
In this article: Navigating the cannabis industry’s complex tax landscape may feel overwhelming, especially given ongoing challenges like Section 280E and potential rescheduling. However, with the right strategies, you can reduce your tax burden, optimize cash flow, and position your brand for growth. AAFCPAs’ 2024 Cannabis Tax Update Webinar, speakers provided valuable insights on overcoming […]

Janice O’Reilly Discusses Financial Strategies for Cannabis Industry at MJ Unpacked
At the 2024 MJ Unpacked event, held November 5-7 in St. Louis, Missouri, AAFCPAs’ Janice O’Reilly, CPA, CGMA, Partner shared valuable insights with Highly Capitalized Network on navigating the complex financial landscape of the cannabis industry. MJ Unpacked is the nation’s only cannabis industry trade event with exclusive attendance for licensed operators, researchers, and investors. […]

Maximizing Cash Flow in the Cannabis Equity and Debt Market: Strategies for Success
In today’s challenging equity and debt market, operators must maximize cash flow through operational efficiency, tax strategy, and effective reporting. At the recent Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference, speakers and attendees talked extensively about the constantly changing market landscape and emphasized that staying ahead demands strategic planning and execution. Cannabis Capital RaisesAccording to the Viridian Deal […]
