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Take a peek at the latest from our team of experts. Learn about emerging industry trends, access regulatory updates, and discover what's coming in 2013 and beyond.

Special Events Insurance - Nonprofit Events

To raise funds, nonprofits often turn to large-scale special events, which can prove lucrative but also carry significant risks. Proper insurance coverage will help protect your organization from those risks. Read more.

Health Care Coverage Doesn't Have to be Taxing 

The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 contains some potentially costly tax provisions affecting businesses. This article focuses on the shared responsibility, or “play or pay,” provision. Read more.


 

Disabled Veterans Receive Sales Tax Exemption

In the regular session of the state of Washington 2013 Legislature, SSB 5072 was passed and signed by Governor Jay Inslee. The new law gives a break to disabled veterans and certain active duty personnel. Read more.

April 15th Has Passed - Now What?

With the 2012 tax filing season behind us, it's time to start thinking seriously about 2013 tax planning - especially if you're a higher-income. Read more.

Industries and Services

Obamacare Reform - Washington CPA FIrm

Health Insurance Premium Tax Credit - "Play or Pay" Penalities

The IRS has issued proposed regulations implementing the health insurance premium tax credit created by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010. Read more.

403b Plan Error Resolution

Correcting 403(b) Plan Errors

The IRS recently issued new guidance (Revenue Procedure 2013-12) which allows 403(b) plan sponsors to address compliance failures through them (EPCRS).  Read more.

International-Services

International Services

Every Seattle company conducting international trade requires the assistance of a qualified firm to help navigate the complex IRS and foreign income tax regulations. Read more.