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New Jersey Manufacturing Voucher Program
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New Jersey Manufacturing Voucher Program

The New Jersey Manufacturing Voucher Program: What you need to know New Jersey is launching a $20,000,000 pilot program to assist manufacturers with accessing the equipment they need to be more efficient, productive, and profitable. The New Jersey Manufacturing Voucher Program will provide grants to those within targeted industries for a portion of eligible equipment…

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New York’s COVID-19 Capital Costs Tax Credit Program

On October 26, 2022, the State of New York announced a new tax credit program. The COVID-19 Capital Costs Tax Credit Program will subsidize small businesses for COVID-19-related expenses incurred between January 1, 2021, and December 31, 2022.  Eligible businesses must:  Operate in New York Have 100 or fewer employees Have $2.5 million or less…

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Financial Reporting Tips for Nonprofits

Financial reporting isn’t just about profits. A lot that falls under the umbrella of accounting, from preparing budgets and monitoring finances to paying invoices and managing payroll tax—and nonprofits can certainly benefit from formal accounting processes.  If you’re a nonprofit entity, consider whether your accounting processes are managed as efficiently as possible. Not sure where…

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5 Ways to Update Your Accounting Practices

When you think about the internal workflows and processes of your business, are you able to pinpoint why you do things a certain way? If the answer is “because we’ve always done it that way,” it might be time to make some changes.  In fact, with all of the new developments in the financial and…

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IRAs and RMDs: Answering Your FAQs 1600 941 smolinlupinco

IRAs and RMDs: Answering Your FAQs

You may be aware of the fact that you can’t let funds sit in your traditional IRA indefinitely. Once you reach age 72, you’re required to start taking withdrawals.  You may also be aware that the rules for taking required minimum distributions, or RMDs, are complex. Here are some answers to frequently asked questions about…

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Pros and Cons of C Corporations for Business Entities

If you’re launching a new business venture, you may find yourself wondering which type of company to create—and more specifically, whether a C corporation is the right option for you given your unique situation and goals. There are many advantages and disadvantages of doing business as a C corporation that are important to consider.  What…

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Annual Gift Tax Exclusion Amount to Increase in 2023 1600 941 smolinlupinco

Annual Gift Tax Exclusion Amount to Increase in 2023

Conveniently enough, one of the most effective ways to save on your estate taxes is also one of the simplest: when you use the annual gift tax exclusion, you can transfer assets to loved ones without any gift tax.  While the current gift tax exclusion amount is $16,000 per recipient in 2022, that amount will…

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5 Tips to Prepare for Year-End Inventory Counts

The end of the year is approaching fast. For many, this means time for a physical year-end inventory count—the best way to ensure an accurate amount reported in your company’s perpetual inventory system. Physical counts may seem tedious and time-consuming, but they can offer valuable insight into your company’s operational efficiency. Fortunately, there are some…

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No Nanny? You May Still Be Liable for “Nanny Tax” 1600 941 smolinlupinco

No Nanny? You May Still Be Liable for “Nanny Tax”

If you’ve hired a house cleaner, gardener, or other household employee that isn’t an independent contractor, you may be liable for what’s called the “nanny tax”—even if you haven’t technically employed a nanny.  You aren’t required to withhold federal income taxes when you hire a household worker, but you can choose to do so if…

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Thanks to Inflation, You Can Save More for Retirement in 2023 1600 941 smolinlupinco

Thanks to Inflation, You Can Save More for Retirement in 2023

Do you know how much you and your employees can contribute to your retirement plans next year? In Notice 2022-55, the IRS recently announced cost-of-living adjustments that apply to the monetary limitations for pensions and other qualified retirement plans for 2023.  Because of inflation, these amounts have increased more in comparison to recent years.  401(k)…

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End-of-Year Tax Planning for Individuals 1600 941 smolinlupinco

End-of-Year Tax Planning for Individuals

As we approach the end of the year, it’s important to start thinking about ways to lower your tax bill for 2022. One of the first steps you can check off your list? Determine whether you’ll take the standard deduction or itemized deductions for the year.  Because of the high standard deduction amounts for this…

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Moving Out of State? It’s Time to Review Your Estate Plan 1600 941 smolinlupinco

Moving Out of State? It’s Time to Review Your Estate Plan

If you’re planning a move to a different state, you probably have a long list of items to address: securing vehicle registrations, finding new primary care providers, and updating financial records, just to name a few.  As you work your way through your to-do list, don’t forget to review your will and other estate planning…

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