Working capital is an extremely important part of any transaction and often causes confusion. It is important buyers and sellers fully understand the importance of the working capital PEG and how it affects the business transaction.

As we gear up for the approaching tax season, we understand that this time of year can be accompanied by added stress.

At EHTC, we are committed to making your experience as smooth and successful as possible. We believe that staying organized and addressing important details ahead of time can greatly alleviate the pressure associated with tax season.

As we approach tax season, it's understandable that the process can become a source of stress! Life changes prompt us to reevaluate our financial strategies, and it might be the opportune moment to contemplate the shift away from opting for  the standard deduction and towards itemizing your deductions. Here’s how to get started!

Starting in 2024, the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) mandates certain entities (primarily small and medium-size businesses) created in or registered to do business in the United States report information about their beneficial owners—the individuals who ultimately own or control a company—to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”).

Acquiring wealth is the first step in building a family wealth enterprise, but only just the beginning. Having access to information that helps you manage the complexities of that wealth and avoid future costly mistakes is critical to long-term success.

The term “due diligence” is one that’s tossed around in a number of business sectors, and can even be heard in everyday, casual conversations. When making a big decision, one might ask: “Have you done your due diligence?” In the simplest of definitions, it’s the careful assessment of the pros and cons of a transaction.

When people think of accountants and finance professionals, they often conjure up images of serious, number-crunching individuals buried in stacks of paperwork, devoid of any fun or excitement. However, at EHTC, we believe in shattering these stereotypes and fostering a vibrant culture that challenges these misconceptions head-on.

No matter how you look at the future, your business is likely to face stresses and opportunities unlike what you have encountered in the past. Threats of a meaningful recession, supply chain disruptions, and challenging talent issues increasing interest rates are just a few of the main players. As a result, your business may not be positioned to respond to these factors, much less capitalize on them.

A long-debated piece of Michigan tax law covering the delivery and installation of goods could finally get a rewrite under an agreement between Democratic state leaders and Republican members of the Legislature.

Finding a good advisor can be difficult and time consuming, but it is worth the extra effort. An advisor that understands your wants, needs, goals and pain points, is key to achieving your or your company’s full potential.

Tax season is fast approaching, and, at EHTC, we know that it can bring added stress to our clients. The best way to mitigate some of that strain is to stay organized and stay on top of all the important details—and resist the urge to procrastinate until late February or March.

Let’s start with the basics: what is Form 1040, and why is it important? This form ultimately determines if additional taxes are due or if the taxpayer will receive a refund. This form includes personal information, wage reporting, pensions, and other types of income. In addition to your personal information, some information regarding your spouse may also be needed, as well as the number of dependents you have.

With year end rapidly approaching, it's time to consider making some moves that will lower your 2021 federal income tax bill— and potentially position you for future tax savings. Unfortunately, tax planning is particularly challenging this year, because the tax rules for 2022 aren't yet certain. In fact, they may not even be certain for 2021.