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Belanger, Whittemore to Present Audit-Proofing Strategies for Nonprofits at MNN Conference
Katie Belanger, Partner at AAFCPAs and leader in the firm’s Human & Social Services practice along with Lisa Whittemore, Partner, Risk Advisory will present at the 2025 MNN Annual Conference on October 22 at the DCU Center in Worcester, Massachusetts. This workshop, A CPA, CFO and CFE Walk Into A Bar… Audit-Proofing Your Organization, equips […]
Understanding Your ITGCs: Why They Matter and How to Strengthen Them
IT General Controls (ITGCs) are under increasing scrutiny—and the consequences of failure are growing. CEOs, CFOs, and Boards are often blindsided by assessment findings, risk exceptions, and regulatory pressure tied to weak or outdated IT controls. These issues aren’t just technical—they’re strategic, with real implications for financial integrity, compliance, and reputation. In this webinar, we’ll […]
AAF Wealth Management Q3 2025 Market Insights
In an ongoing commitment to keep you abreast on a range of issues that might affect your business, AAFCPAs is pleased to share Q3 2025 Market Insights published by AAF Wealth Management. This provides investors with an understanding of what’s driven performance of late. Global securities markets have maintained impressive momentum in 2025, delivering strong […]
2025-2026 Tax Planning Guide for Business and Individuals
Proactive tax planning is always important, but this year brings new considerations. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), signed into law July 4, introduced significant changes, many of which take effect in 2025. These provisions may require adjustments to strategies you have used in the past, and they create new opportunities for those who […]
There Are Automation Opportunities in Your Everyday Operations
Most organizations are busy enough just keeping up with daily responsibilities. When operations rely on habit and deadlines, it is easy to overlook the quiet drag of manual tasks, i.e. the form re-entered in three systems, the spreadsheet passed around for approvals, the weekly report that takes hours to compile. These inefficiencies often remain hidden […]
Positive Changes for R&E Tax Deductions Under OBBB
For decades, companies have navigated the complexities involved in deducting research and experimental expenditures. The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) Act with the newly released Revenue Procedure 2025-28 changes that landscape. Starting with tax years after December 31, 2024, domestic research and development expenses may be deducted immediately, replacing the prior five-year capitalization and amortization […]
Life Sciences Gain R&D Tax Relief Under OBBB
Life sciences companies face some of the highest costs and longest timelines for research and development. The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) Act, with the newly released IRS Revenue Procedure 2025-28, eases some of the tax complexity around these expenditures. Starting with tax years after December 31, 2024, domestic research and development expenses may be […]
What You Should Know Before Claiming Social Security Benefits
Andy Hammond, AAF Wealth Management, shares insights from recent client conversations. Lately, I’ve been hearing from more and more clients—especially those in their early to mid-60s—who are starting to think seriously about retirement. One of the biggest questions on their minds? When to start claiming Social Security. It’s a decision packed with financial implications, and […]
Employers Prepare for New Overtime Deduction Reporting Rules Under OBBB
The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) Act, passed earlier this year, introduces a temporary tax break for individuals who receive overtime pay. For tax years 2025 through 2028, eligible workers may deduct a portion of overtime wages from taxable income. The change allows employees who work overtime to reduce taxable income, offering some financial relief […]