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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. […]

Accurate Forecasting Matters for Business Growth
Budgeting and forecasting are critical components of financial planning, each serving its own distinct purpose. A budget establishes the financial framework for the year, providing a static benchmark against which performance is measured. But budgeting, while essential, is only half the equation. Cash forecasting completes the picture, offering a dynamic, real-time view of financial health […]

Joshua England to Speak on Recent Developments in Estate Planning
AAFCPAs is pleased to announce that Joshua England, LLM, Esq., Partner & Tax Attorney will be presenting at the Estate and Business Planning Council (EBPC) of Hartford’s first member program of 2025. Josh will share insights into estate planning strategies for the year ahead including potential implications of the 2024 elections, recent judicial decisions, and […]

Field, Zack Appointed as Tax Partners
Boston, MA (January 29, 2025) — AAFCPAs, a U.S. top 100 CPA and consulting firm, is pleased to announce the promotion of Stacie Amaral Field, CPA, MBA and Kelly Zack, MST to Tax Partners, both invaluable leaders and advisors in AAFCPAs commercial tax practice. Join us in congratulating Stacie and Kelly on their well-deserved promotions. This […]

A full day of educational insights to help nonprofits thrive!
Mark your calendars for AAFCPAs’ 2025 Annual Nonprofit Seminar, a full-day virtual event that delivers practical strategies to help nonprofit leaders and finance professionals navigate current challenges, optimize operations, and drive long-term success within your organization. During the seminar, you will: Save The Date What: AAFCPAs’ Annual Nonprofit Seminar When: April 30, 2025 | 8:45 am – 3 […]

Federal Funding Pause and Its Implications
Update: Since this blog was published, the Trump administration issued a brief memo, M-25-14, which reads “OMB Memorandum M-25-13 is rescinded,” and directs questions about implementing the president’s executive order to agency general counsels. White House Press Secretary Leavitt said the previous executive orders related to funding reviews are still in effect and will continue to […]

AAFCPAs’ 2024 Growth Story Included Six New Partners
Boston, MA (January 27, 2025) — AAFCPAs reflects with gratitude on our success and organic growth in 2024 with six partnership additions. The company continues in its organic growth trajectory as valued clients spread the word about AAFCPAs’ exceptional value, agility, responsiveness, national reach, and innovative technology-driven solutions. 2024 partner additions included: Jonathan Bloom, CFP®, […]

IRS Notices for ERC Claims Disallowance
As the IRS continues to process Employee Retention Credit (ERC) claims, AAFCPAs would like to proactively advise clients about Notices of Claim Disallowance, Letters 105C or 106C, being issued to some taxpayers. In most of these cases, the IRS is simply seeking additional information or clarifying details about a claim. Not all taxpayers will receive […]

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 […]