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New IRS Rule Deems Catch-Up Contributions After-Tax for Select Participants

New IRS Rule Deems Catch-Up Contributions After-Tax for Select Participants

The Department of the Treasury and the IRS recently issued proposed regulations addressing key changes under the SECURE 2.0 Act focused on catch-up contributions for 401(k) and similar retirement plans. Catch-up contributions are additional contributions allowed by employees who are age 50 or older. These updates are significant for plan administrators and participants alike. The […]

Strengthening Cybersecurity: Key Actions to Mitigate Evolving Threats

Strengthening Cybersecurity: Key Actions to Mitigate Evolving Threats

Boost Your Cybersecurity with These Essential Tips In today’s interconnected world, cybersecurity threats are escalating at an alarming pace. From sophisticated ransomware campaigns to targeted phishing schemes, these attacks underscore the evolving strategies of cybercriminals and the vulnerabilities in current security infrastructures. Several factors contribute to the recent increase in cyber threats. The widespread adoption […]

Updates: Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Reporting Requirements

Updates: Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Reporting Requirements

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) introduced significant changes to reporting requirements for millions of small businesses, with the aim of combating money laundering and enhancing transparency. However, ongoing legal challenges have created uncertainty regarding compliance deadlines and enforcement. AAFCPAs is following developments closely and will share updates as appropriate. The following aims to provide the […]

Helping Clients Get Audit-Ready: How Advisory Team Supports Auditors

Helping Clients Get Audit-Ready: How Advisory Team Supports Auditors

AAFCPAs’ Outsourced Accounting & Fractional CFO Practice Helps Make Audits Smoother and More Efficient As year-end approaches, many finance teams and their external auditors navigate the season’s challenges with a shared goal: ensuring financials are audit ready. Disorganized records, such as missing invoices and agreements, or unreconciled general ledgers can add unnecessary complexity to this […]

AAFCPAs Launches Nonprofit C-Suite to Streamline Support

AAFCPAs Launches Nonprofit C-Suite to Streamline Support

Boston, MA (February 12, 2025)—AAFCPAs, a preeminent 350+ employee CPA and consulting firm specializing in tax, assurance, accounting, wealth management, and business process and IT advisory solutions, today announced the launch of its Nonprofit C-Suite, a dynamic resource designed to meet the complex demands of mission-driven organizations. Accessible now at aafcpa.com/nonprofit-c-suite, this web-based platform streamlines […]

The Hidden Costs of Selling a Business Without a Plan

The Hidden Costs of Selling a Business Without a Plan

In this article: Selling a business is one of the most significant financial decisions owners face, with implications that reach far beyond the transaction itself. A lack of strategic planning could mean leaving value on the table or overlooking critical opportunities. To ensure the sale supports your financial and personal goals, careful preparation and guidance […]

MA Form 3ABC due by 3/1 to avoid local property taxes

MA Form 3ABC due by 3/1 to avoid local property taxes

Editor’s Note: This article was updated in 2025 for accuracy and relevance. The Massachusetts Return of Property Held for Charitable Purposes Form 3ABC provides for an exemption from local taxation on personal and real property for eligible charitable organizations. As a reminder, to be exempt, you must file an annual Form 3ABC, due at the Assessor’s […]

Reminder: UDS+ Reporting Requirements Begin February 18

Reminder: UDS+ Reporting Requirements Begin February 18

As a reminder, the new Uniform Data System (UDS+) reporting requirements go into effect on February 18, 2025. These changes require health centers to submit some de-identified 2024 UDS patient-level data using Health Level Seven International (HL7)-developed Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources (FHIR) R4 standards. To help you navigate these updates, we previously published a detailed […]

H.R. 9495: What Nonprofits Need to Know About the New Legislation

H.R. 9495: What Nonprofits Need to Know About the New Legislation

H.R. 9495, a bill granting the Treasury Secretary authority to revoke a nonprofit’s tax-exempt status over alleged ties to terrorism, passed the House along party lines but stalled in the Senate. While it has not yet been refiled, many anticipate it will be, with a potentially different outcome under the new congressional majority. While H.R. […]