We are often asked how to prepare for an IRS audit. If you have received a letter of notification from the IRS concerning an audit, the first step you should take is to download our free guide "What to Expect from an IRS Audit" and contact the experienced tax attorneys...
Tuning Up Your Business
It's human nature to take the "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" attitude, which extends to allowing areas of your business to evolve and develop without scrutiny. This is why tuning up your business is an essential part of leadership for shareholders in a corporation and members in an...
Integrative Legal, Tax, Accounting, and Business Advisory Services More Important Than Ever
Integrative legal, tax, accounting, and business advisory services are more critical than ever as we address the challenging environment of continuous change. Seek change; wherever you find it, opportunity will exist. The speed of business has rapidly accelerated in recent years, and the ability to resolve problems and take prompt...
The Due Diligence of an Asset Purchase
The due diligence of an asset purchase is quite often given less priority and attention than it should (read: must) warrant. An asset purchase transaction is often quite complex financially and legally. The buyer agrees to purchase the specific assets and associated liabilities specified within the asset purchase contract. Are...
An Integrated Approach to Solving Business Problems
What is an integrated approach to solving business problems? Why is it important for businesses, especially those with multiple offices or entities and/or cross-border interests to partner with an integrated legal, tax, accounting and consulting firm?Today's business questions and problems are much more complex than even five years ago. Business...
Accounting is the Information Connection Within Your Own Business
Many business owners and executives fail to realize that accounting is the information connection within your own business. Accounting doesn't simply capture the box scores of your company's business transactions. A properly structured chart of accounts and supporting internal procedures ensure your company has immediate access to crucial internal controls...
Preparing to Sell Your Business
There are several steps to follow when preparing to sell your business. It is important to allow plenty of time for planning and organization, as the process will usually require many months to a year or more. Why does it take so long to prepare your business for sale? The...
Estate Planning for Business Owners
What are some of the fundamental issues when estate planning for business owners? Why should every business owner have an estate plan? What are some of the primary issues to address in an effective estate plan for those who own an interest in a business or professional practice? What happens...
The Value of Integrated Services in a Single Legal, Tax, Accounting and Business Advisory Partner
What is the value of integrated services in a legal, tax, accounting and business advisory partner such as Allen Barron? How is Allen Barron different than most integrated providers nationwide? What is the Value of Integrated Services in a Single Source Provider? What is the value of integrated services in...