Federal Court Temporarily Halts BOI Reporting Requirements
A federal district court in Texas has issued a nationwide preliminary injunction halting enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and its beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting requirements. The ruling, issued on December 3, 2024, found that the CTA likely exceeds Congress’ constitutional authority and temporarily suspends the January 1, 2025, reporting deadline for businesses. […]
From the Desk of Kevin Hodson: New Retirement Savings Limits and the Impact of Cost of Living
With the conclusion of this year, let’s welcome the opportunities of the next. Following are updates on retirement savings limits and their impact on your financial planning. Also, let’s consider the rising cost of living on your financial strategies. New Retirement Savings Limits and Catch-Up Contributions Starting next year, there are significant changes to the […]
AAFCPAs to Launch Nonprofit C-Suite in 2025
Your gateway to comprehensive nonprofit expertise, actionable insights, and tailored solutions. Boston, MA (December 5, 2024) – AAFCPAs is pleased to announce the planned launch of its Nonprofit C-Suite, a web-portal designed to streamline access to all the trusted expertise, solutions, and insights our nonprofit clients depend on most. AAFCPAs’ Nonprofit C-Suite, accessible through aafcpa.com, […]
From the Desk of Andrew Hammond: 529 to Roth IRA Rollovers
As we get closer to the end of the year, I wanted to share some exciting news about a new financial strategy that may benefit your family’s long-term financial health. This strategy involves using 529 plans and Roth IRAs to make the most of your savings and investments. A New Opportunity: 529 to Roth IRA […]
IRS Increases Tax-Free Charitable Giving Limit for IRA Owners
In a recent announcement, the IRS increased the annual limit for tax-free charitable donations from IRAs, allowing eligible IRA owners aged 70½ and older to give up to $105,000 tax-free in 2024. These contributions, known as Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs), may help reduce taxable income while also benefiting eligible charitable organizations. For those aged 73 […]
Optimize Q4 Budget Planning
In this article: During the fourth quarter, it is critical that organizations evaluate financial performance, finalize plans, and set priorities for the year ahead. It is a time to refine budgets, align strategies with goals, and prepare for challenges while building a foundation for success. The Q4 budgeting process ensures resources are allocated effectively, key […]
From The Desk of Carmen Grinkis: Social Security Optimization
Social Security benefits can be a financial lifeline for many, yet the complexity of the system often leaves significant opportunities unnoticed. There are many rules and formulas that can be difficult to understand—and the Social Security Administration won’t inform you that you have unclaimed benefits. We recently worked with a client who uncovered more than […]
Announcing AAFCPAs’ Exciting Partnership with Oracle NetSuite
We are thrilled to announce that AAFCPAs has formed a new partnership with Oracle NetSuite, one of the world’s leading cloud-based ERP systems. This collaboration aims to provide our Outsourced Accounting & Fractional CFO (OAFC) clients with unparalleled support and advanced solutions that are perfectly tailored to their growing needs. Outsourced NetSuite Accounting For OAFC […]
Safeguarding Against Holiday Season Phishing and Cyber Threats
AAFCPAs would like to remind clients that the period between Thanksgiving and New Year’s is a prime time for phishing and other malicious cyberattacks. Cybercriminals take advantage of increased internet shopping, debit/credit card use, and the influx of holiday offers to deceive individuals into disclosing sensitive information. Now more than ever, vigilance is required in […]