College financing may be an integral part of your estate plan
The staggering cost of college makes it critical for families to plan carefully for this major expense, and in many cases grandparents want to play a >>
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Now or later? When to report subsequent events
Financial statements present a company’s financial position as of a specific date, typically the end of the year or quarter. But sometimes events happen shortly after >>
Why you should run your nonprofit like a business
It’s a well-known truism in the corporate world: Organizations that don’t evolve run the risk of becoming obsolete. But instead of anticipating and reacting to market >>
JCCS awarded The Great Falls History Museum’s Business of the year award
From the Great Falls Tribune. A World War II veteran worked into his 80s building JCCS Accounting into western Montana-wide firm. The History Museum didn’t have >>
Simplifying the accounting rules for convertible debt and equity
Distinguishing between liabilities and equity on a company’s balance sheet may seem straightforward. But difficulties arise when it comes to the terms of complex securities and >>
Be vigilant about your business credit score
As an individual, you’ve no doubt been urged to regularly check your credit score. Most people nowadays know that, with a subpar personal credit score, >>
Transparency is key with related party transactions
In recent years, external auditors have focused more attention on related party transactions. Although related party transactions aren’t necessarily bad, they do raise some concerns about >>
Holding on to your nonprofit’s exempt status
If you think that, once your not-for-profit receives its official tax-exempt status from the IRS, you don’t have to revisit it again, think again. Whether your >>
Divide and conquer: How joint cost allocating works
In recent years watchdog groups, the media and others have increased their scrutiny of how much not-for-profits spend on programs vs. administration and fundraising. Your organization >>
Have you properly substantiated your 2018 charitable gifts?
Donating to charity is a key estate planning strategy for many people. It reduces the size of your taxable estate and it can help you leave >>
