COVID-19 Fraud
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Small-Business Recovery Loan Fund
Connecticut Governor Lamont announced yesterday that the State of Connecticut, “will roll out a small-business recovery loan fund as early as the beginning of next week to help small to mid-sized companies bridge short-term cash-flow interruptions caused by the economic upheaval precipitated by the coronavirus pandemic,” as reported by the Hartford Business Journal.
State officials warn businesses about ‘Workplace Compliance – Annual Report’ scam
From Fox 61: HARTFORD – Secretary of the State Denise Merrill and Attorney General George Jepsen are warning businesses across Connecticut about a mailing being sent by “Workplace Compliance Services” purporting to be an official “Annual Report Instruction Form,” alleging that payment is required by Connecticut law. Click the link below for more detail: … Read more
IRS issues standard mileage rates for 2019
IR-2018-251, December 14, 2018 WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today issued the 2019 optional standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes. Beginning on Jan. 1, 2019, the standard mileage rates for the use of a car (also vans, pickups or panel … Read more
Not too early: Here are steps taxpayers can take now to get ready to file their taxes in 2019
IRS Tax Tip 2018-175, November 13, 2018 The IRS reminds taxpayers there are steps they can take now to make sure their tax filing experience goes smoothly next year. Taking these steps will also help them avoid surprises when they file next year. To help get people the information they need, the IRS just updated … Read more
Beware of Tax Scams!
Consumer Alerts on Tax Scams Note that the IRS will never: Call to demand immediate payment using a specific payment method such as a prepaid debit card, gift card or wire transfer. Generally, the IRS will first mail you a bill if you owe any taxes. Threaten to immediately bring in local police or other … Read more
USES OF FINANCIAL REPORTS
Financial statements may be used by different stakeholders for a multitude of purposes. Owners and managers require financial statements to make important business decisions affecting its continued operations. Financial analysis is then performed on these statements, providing management with a more detailed understanding of the figures. Employees need these reports in making collective bargaining agreements with … Read more