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Court Upholds Massachusetts Tax on Business Gain After Owner Relocates
In this article: The Massachusetts Appeals Court recently ruled that a tech founder’s $4.7 million stock sale could be subject to state income tax, despite his move out of state. Craig Welch, who co-founded AcadiaSoft, Inc. in 2003, initially held a 50-50 ownership split with one partner, though his interest was diluted over time as […]
IRS to End Paper Checks in 2025
Beginning in September 2025, the federal government will phase out paper checks to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), ending a long chapter in the way Americans exchange money with the agency. Under a sweeping mandate issued by the U.S. Treasury, all federal disbursements including tax refunds must be paid electronically, and paper refund checks will […]
Seminar Recap: Keynote Discussion with Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell
During AAFCPAs’ recent Nonprofit Seminar (April 2025), Massachusetts’ Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell engaged in a question-and-answer session and shared perspectives with nonprofit leaders looking to navigate current funding and regulatory challenges. This discussion offered practical guidance for finance leaders on navigating funding complexities, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration to enhance organizational resilience and effectiveness. […]
Cyber Insurance in 2025: What CFOs and Risk Managers Need to Know to Avoid Costly Gaps
As cyber threats evolve in both sophistication and scale, cyber insurance has moved from a niche policy consideration to a cornerstone of business continuity and enterprise risk management. For many organizations, coverage is now a condition of financing, contract renewal, or fiduciary oversight. Yet many policies still fall short, especially when the scope of coverage […]
Inside AAFCPAs’ Award-Winning Tech Strategy–Live at Accounting Today
AAFCPAs was invited to speak at Accounting Today’s upcoming web seminar, Lessons from the Best Firms for Technology. Peter R. Sebilian, AAFCPAs’ Chief Information Officer, represened the firm as a panelist, sharing insights on the firm’s industry leading approach to technology strategy, risk management, and innovation. Moderated by Accounting Today Technology Editor Chris Gaetano, the […]
How to Document System Requirements Before You Choose New Software
New software opens up abundant opportunities for improvement: automated processes, streamlined workflows, system integrations, and much more. For many organizations, however, bridging the gap between current systems to new systems can be daunting. What begins as a push for efficiency can lead to frustration when the system fails to meet expectations—or worse, creates new problems. […]
Massachusetts to Automate Penalties on Late Advance Payments Starting July 2025
Beginning July 1, 2025, the Massachusetts Department of Revenue (DOR) will automatically assess penalties on businesses that fail to make required advance tax payments by the 25th of each month. The advance payment requirement, in place since 2021, applies to businesses with more than $150,000 in annual tax liability from certain indirect taxes, such as […]
Navigating multi-state employment: Payroll tax compliance in the hybrid era
Benefits Pro (June 06, 2025)- It’s critical to take a step back and create a plan, assessing and managing the risks that come along with distributing employees across the country. The rise of remote and hybrid work is no longer a temporary response to disruption. Even as “work from home” becomes a less prevalent reality, […]
Estate Planning Pro Tip for Married Couples: Don’t Overlook Portability
In this article: Estate planning ensures that wealth transfers happen efficiently with minimal tax exposure. One of the most powerful tools in the estate planning toolkit for married couples is portability, which allows a surviving spouse to inherit any unused federal estate tax exemption from their deceased partner. It is a concept that can significantly […]