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What Defines the Start of a Business for Tax Purposes?
What defines the start of a business for tax purposes? It's important to know all tax details before opening a business to avoid penalization. Learn ...
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COVID-19-Related Changes to Federal IRS Tax Deadline
Because of the unexpected hit of COVID-19, the IRS extended the deadline for 2019 taxes. Read to learn about what these COVID-19-related changes to the ...
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Documentation and Requirements Needed for the PPP Loan Forgiveness
What Documentation and Requirements are Needed for the PPP Loan Forgiveness? Our California PPP loan forgiveness accountants discuss the documents your business needs to provide ...
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How Long Do You Have to File the PPP Loan Forgiveness Application in California?
How long do you have to file the PPP loan forgiveness application? The California PPP loan forgiveness accountants at Cook CPA Group discuss deadlines for ...
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5 Benefits of Auditing Your Company’s Financial Statements in California
A Roseville + Sacramento tax accountant at Cook CPA examines the advantages of a financial statement audit for your company in California. Identify key benefits ...
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Navigating the New Revenue Recognition Guidance
Navigating the new revenue recognition guidance with Cook CPA Group. Our Roseville and Sacramento CPAs explain the new revenue recognition standard, ASC 606, by the ...
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Can Humans Enjoy the Dog Days of Summer?
Office Curator Brennan gives advice on maintaining a healthy work-life balance throughout the summer months and beyond. Learn how humans can enjoy the dog days ...
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What is the Purpose of Bank Reconciliations in California?
What is the purpose of bank reconciliations in California? Sacramento + Roseville tax accountants at Cook CPA Group explain what a bank reconciliation statement is ...
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What Happens if I Didn’t File Taxes for My Business Last Year in California?
What if you didn’t file taxes for your business last year in California? The Roseville and Sacramento tax accountants at Cook CPA Group explain the ...
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Have You Ever Tried Stingray Tacos?
Have You Ever Tried Stingray Tacos? A Cook CPA Group accountant gained valuable insight during a trip to Mexico. Learn more about the experience and ...
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Can You Use a 529 Account to Pay Student Loans in California?
Can you use a 529 account to pay student loans in California? Roseville and Sacramento tax accountants at Cook CPA Group explain how to establish ...
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What is the Deadline for a Filing 401k Audit in California?
What is the deadline for filing a 401k audit in California? Roseville tax accountants at Cook CPA Group are here to help you with your ...
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How Often Should Your California Business Perform Internal Audits?
How often should your California business perform internal audits? Roseville certified tax accountants break down financial reviews and other types of internal audits that businesses ...
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When Does Your Business Need a Financial Statement Audit in California?
When does your business need a financial statement audit in California? Sacramento tax accountants at Cook CPA examines financial statement audits and how a professional ...
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When is a 401k Audit Required in California?
Understand when a 401k audit is required in California with Cook CPA Group. Our Roseville tax accountants discuss employee benefit plans audit regulations and when ...
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Understanding Your Tax Bracket Rates in California
Understanding your tax bracket rates in California with Cook CPA Group. Our Sacramento tax accountants explain how to figure out your federal income tax bracket ...
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What to Look for in an Accounting Services Agreement in California
Determine what to look for in an accounting services agreement in California. The Roseville tax accountants at Cook CPA Group break down the elements of ...
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2018 Small Business Tax Changes Under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA)
Understanding 2018 small business tax changes under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA). California business tax accountants at Cook CPA Group discuss how the ...
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A Guide to Form SS-8 and Independent Contractor Taxes for Small Businesses in California
The Cook CPA Group guide to Form SS-8 and independent contractor taxes in California. Our Sacramento small business tax accountants discuss the purpose of Form ...
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What Employee Benefits Are Tax Deductible Under the TCJA?
What employee benefits are tax-deductible under the TCJA? California small business accountants explain 2018 tax law changes to employee fringe benefits under the Tax Cuts ...
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How Do the 2017 Trump Tax Reforms Affect Business Entity Selection?
How do the 2017 Trump tax reforms affect business entity selection? Sacramento small business accountants discuss how the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) changes ...
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Tax Filing Requirements for Dependents in California
Identifying tax filing requirements for dependents in California with Cook CPA Group. Roseville, CA tax accountants of Cook CPA Group discuss state tax laws and ...
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2018 Tax Deadlines and IRS Due Dates
Understanding 2018 tax deadlines and IRS due dates with Cook CPA Group. The California tax accountants at Cook CPA Group outlines important IRS deadlines and ...
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4 Reasons You May Need a Financial Statement Audit
Identify four reasons you may need a financial statement audit. Our Roseville financial statement auditors list the four most important reasons why your business may ...
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What is a Financial Statement Audit in California?
Learn what a financial statement audit in California is with Cook CPA Group. Roseville financial auditors at Cook CPA Group invite you to read more ...
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Tax Filing Requirements for LLCs in California
Determine the tax filing requirements for LLCs in California with Cook CPA Group. The Sacramento business tax accountants at Cook CPA Group list several tax ...
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FBAR Requirements for Green Card Holders in California
Identify FBAR requirements for green card holders in California with Cook CPA. The Roseville tax attorneys at Cook CPA explain the different tax filing considerations ...
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FBAR Requirements for Nonresidents in California
Understanding FBAR filing requirements for nonresidents in California. Roseville tax preparers discuss FBAR filing requirements for nonresident aliens in California. If you have foreign income, ...
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Tax Requirements for Independent Contractors in California
Learn about tax requirements for independent contractors in California. The Sacramento and Roseville tax accountants at Cook CPA Group explain how to file taxes as ...
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Tax Filing Requirements for Churches in California
Understanding tax filing requirements for churches in California with Cook CPA Group. The California tax accountants at Cook CPA Group explain how tax filing for ...
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FBAR Filing Requirements for Dual Citizens in CA
Understanding FBAR filing requirements for dual citizens in California. CA tax accountants explain why some U.S. dual citizens need to file an FBAR. Read on ...
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What Happens if You Miss the 2021 Tax Deadline in California?
What happens if you miss the 2021 tax deadline in CA? The Roseville, CA tax accountants of Cook CPA Group explain IRS penalties for filing ...
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How a Section 179 Tax Deduction Can Save Your Small Business Money in CA
Learn how Section 179 tax deductions can save a small business money in CA. As the Sacramento business accountants of Cook CPA Group explain in ...
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How Long Does a 401(k) Audit Typically Take in California?
How long does a 401(k) plan audit typically take to complete in CA? The Roseville business accountants of Cook CPA Group explain how long it ...
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5 Signs You May Need a 401(k) Audit
Explore 5 signs your small business may need a 401(k) Audit in California. Roseville CPAs explain why it's important for small business owners in California ...
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Are There Legal Consequences for Paying Workers Under the Table?
Are there legal consequences for paying workers under the table? Sacramento business accountants explain the consequences of paying your employees "under the table" in cash ...
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Workshop Friday, Jan. 19 – New Standards in Financial Reporting
Workshop on new standards in financial reporting: Sacramento tax accountants and CPAs at Cook CPA host a workshop dedicated to new requirements in financial reporting ...
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Do Businesses With No Income Need to File Taxes in California?
Do businesses with no income need to file taxes in California? Even if your business has no income, you may have to file a tax ...
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3 Accounting Tips for Dentists in California
If you're a dentist or run a dental practice in CA, read these 3 dental accounting tips from our Sacramento CPAs and business consultants.
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4 Accounting Tips for New Startups in California
Thinking of starting a company in CA? Then follow these 4 accounting tips for startups and small businesses from our Sacramento CPA firm.
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What Happens if I Haven’t Filed Taxes in Years in California?
What happens if I haven’t filed taxes in years in California? As IRS tax audit accountants in Roseville explain, there are penalties for failure to ...
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When May a Nonresident Spouse Be Treated as a Resident by the IRS for Tax Purposes?
Learn when a nonresident spouse may be treated as a resident by the IRS. Sacramento CPAs explain when a nonresident spouse may be treated as ...
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If I Face an IRS Audit, for How Many Years Can I Be Held Responsible?
If you face an IRS audit, how many years can I be held responsible? Sacramento CPAs explain how many years back the IRS can audit ...
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What Are the Tax Filing Requirements for U.S. Military Personnel Abroad?
Understanding tax filing requirements for U.S. military personnel abroad. Roseville CPAs explain tax requirements for members of the U.S. Armed Forces stationed overseas, including 5 ...
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Who is Required to Report Foreign Assets and Income Under FATCA?
Who is required to report foreign assets and income under FATCA? If you have foreign bank accounts, you may be required to report income or ...
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5 Things You Didn’t Know About Annamaria
Five things you didn’t know about accountant Annamaria Dugan: Annamaria Dugan is a Senior Accountant at Cook CPA Group, which provides business, estate planning, and ...
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Can You Trust What the IRS Tells You Online or Over the Phone?
Can you trust what the IRS tells you online or over the phone? FAQs and other items posted on IRS.gov that have not been published ...
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When Should My Company or Organization Consider a 401(k) or Retirement Plan Audit?
When should your company consider a 401(k) or retirement plan audit? Some businesses or organizations are required to engage in an annual 401(k) audit. Learn ...
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Tax Relief from Debts
Learning about tax relief from debts in Roseville/Sacramento with Cook CPA Group. When faced with debt from the IRS or other tax services contact Cook ...
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Received an IRS Notice? Get Back on Track in Three Easy Steps
Have you received a letter from the IRS? Learn more from California accountants about how to address CA and IRS tax problems and get back ...
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