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Enhanced Benefits of Section 179D for Energy Efficient Buildings

February 7, 2024 Tax Advisor

The deduction under Section 179D has long served as an incentive for energy efficiency in commercial and certain residential buildings. Originally established in 2006, recent updates under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 have significantly expanded its scope and. Read More >>

Top 5 Key Insights from DOL’s Employee Benefits Audit Quality Study

February 6, 2024 Benefit Plans

In November 2023, the Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) of the US Department of Labor (DOL) released its fourth evaluation of the audit work conducted by independent qualified public accountants. This evaluation specifically scrutinizes the performance of audits for. Read More >>

BMF Wins 2024 Best of Accounting Award for Client Service Excellence

We are proud to announce that we have again won the Best of Accounting Award for providing superior service to our clients for the fourth consecutive year. ClearlyRated’s Best of Accounting® Award winners have proven to be industry leaders in. Read More >>

Staff Highlights – Winter 2024

February 6, 2024 BMF InsightsMeet Our Team BMF

Best of Accounting We have again won the Best of Accounting Award by ClearlyRated for providing superior service to our clients for the fourth consecutive year! READ MORE   New Associates We are excited to announce and welcome the. Read More >>

ERISA and Employee Benefit Plans: Time to Get Serious About Cybersecurity

In 2021, the United States Department of Labor (DOL) issued guidance for fiduciaries to secure their benefit plans in connection with the Employment Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA). When it comes to private retirement and health plans, participant data. Read More >>

IRS Issues Important SECURE Act 2.0 Guidance in Notice 2024-2

January 26, 2024 Tax Advisor

On December 20, 2023, the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) issued Notice 2024-2 providing guidance, in Q&A format, on 12 specific sections of the SECURE Act 2.0. Per an internal revenue bulletin from the IRS, the notice is not intended. Read More >>

Unpacking The 2024 Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act

The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 has made its way through the House Ways and Means Committee and is headed for a full House vote on January 29th. Several of its provisions are retroactive. Read More >>

Marie Lenarduzzi Joins BMF as Partner

We are excited to welcome Marie E. Lenarduzzi, CPA, as a Partner in the firm. Marie began her career in accounting at a Big 4 Firm, honing her skills in auditing, tax planning and corporate consulting. She later transitioned. Read More >>

IRS Releases 2024 Standard Mileage Rates

January 19, 2024 Tax Advisor

The IRS has released the annual optional standard mileage rates for 2024, encompassing the expenses associated with using your personal vehicle. This commonly applies to business usage and is also relevant if you use your vehicle for medical, moving. Read More >>

IRS Announces Employee Retention Credit Voluntary Disclosure Program

January 11, 2024 Tax Advisor

On December 21, 2023, the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) unveiled details concerning the Employee Retention Credit Voluntary Disclosure Program (“ERC-VDP”). This program is aimed at taxpayers who mistakenly claimed and received Employee Retention Credit (“ERC”) refunds for specific quarters. Read More >>