If your business has co-owners, you probably need a buy-sell agreement

Are you buying a business that will have one or more co-owners? Or do you already own one fitting that description? If so, consider installing a buy-sell agreement. A well-drafted agreement can do these valuable things: Transform your business ownership interest into a more liquid asset, Prevent unwanted ownership changes, and Avoid hassles with the […]

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A Coke and a frown?

In a U.S. Tax Court case, The Coca-Cola Company agreed to pay the IRS approximately $6 billion in taxes and interest. However, the beverage company announced it will appeal the decision to the 11th Circuit. “Coca-Cola strongly believes the IRS and the Tax Court misinterpreted and misapplied the applicable regulations involved in the case and […]

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What are AUP engagements — and does your business need one?

In certain circumstances, businesses may need to hire CPAs to perform agreed-upon procedures (AUPs) instead of (or in addition to) a review or an audit. AUPs are a type of attestation engagement “in which a practitioner performs specific procedures on subject matter and reports the findings without providing an opinion or conclusion,” according to the […]

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