What are some of the most important recent changes in U.S. GAAP Accounting Standards? Why is it important for public and private companies and corporations that do business in the United States to understand and apply all U.S. GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) Accounting Standards? How can Janathan L. Allen,...
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Proven California Sales and Use Tax Audit Representation
Are you searching for proven California sales and use tax audit representation? Have you received notification of a California sales and use tax audit by the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA)? Key Takeaways for Those Looking for Proven California Sales and Use Tax Audit Representation: California sales...
If You Own Your Home in California You Should Have a Trust
If you own your home in California you should have a revocable trust and an estate plan to avoid the substantial expense of probate, protect your assets and ensure your beneficiaries receive the benefit of your wishes. Key Takeaways About If You Own Your Home in California You Should Have...
Legal and Accounting Services for Trustees and Executors
Allen Barron provides legal and accounting services for trustees and executors here in San Diego, and throughout the State of California. Most people are completely unaware of the heavy personal legal and financial responsibility they accept when they agree to serve as the executor of an estate or the trustee...
Are You a Foreign National Living and Working in California
Foreign nationals living and working in California—particularly in cities like San Diego, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Jose (Silicon Valley)—are often surprised by how quickly U.S. tax obligations can apply. Whether you entered the United States on an H-1B visa, L-1 visa, O-1 visa, or another employment-based visa, it...
Why the IRS Requests Information During an Audit — and Why the “Why” Matters More Than the Request Itself
It is important for U.S. taxpayers to understand why the IRS requests information during an audit. If you have been contacted by the IRS or any state tax agency for additional information or an audit the "why" matters more than the request itself. Key Takeaways about Why the IRS Requests...
Five Reasons to Choose an Integrated Tax and Accounting Firm
When it comes to managing your finances, the right firm should offer more than basic bookkeeping or seasonal tax preparation. What are the five reasons to choose an integrated tax and accounting firm? Key Takeaways About Five Reasons to Choose an Integrated Tax and Accounting Firm: While newer or low-cost...
Business Succession Planning Protects Everything You’re Working to Build
What is business succession planning, and why is this an important and essential component of forming any new entity or protecting an existing business interest? Business succession planning protects everything you’re working to build by ensuring sound corporate management and decision-making continues if you are injured, disabled, or after your...
Tax Issues and Estate Planning for U.S. Expats
What are the most important challenges associated with tax issues and estate planning for U.S. expatriates? Are you planning to move out of the United States? Are you a U.S. taxpayer who lives and works outside of the country? What are some of the key issues you need to be...