Web Pass – 2018 Hot Topics Webinars

Examine key provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. Although most changes won’t affect 2017 returns, now is the time to become familiar with this massive and groundbreaking Act.

Highlights

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act has been hailed as the largest major tax reform in over three decades. Learn about key provisions of the Act and how you can help clients navigate through new legislation. The session will highlight major areas of tax reform from both an individual and business standpoint and will examine certain questions that remain unanswered.

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"Excel has over 500 functions and among those, Defined Names is one of the top choices in creating formulas that make your spreadsheets work better for you. After understanding what they are and how to properly create Defined Names, you will wonder how you managed without them for so long. This course is designed to build the foundation to becoming an Excel Formula Expert. Our focus will be on design techniques that should be used when creating formulas. You will learn how to use Defined Names and Excel Tables as an important and fundamental part of EVERY spreadsheet. You will learn techniques that most advanced users don't implement in their spreadsheets but should. After completing this course, you will be well on your way to becoming an Excel Formula Expert. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions either during or after the event."

Highlights

The major topics that will be covered in this class include:

• Using Defined Names in formula creation
• Learning how Defined Names can lead to more accurate spreadsheets
• Structured calculations in Excel Tables

Benefits

After completing this class you will have the ability to...

• Use Defined Names to create formulas more efficiently
• Create Excel Tables to improve spreadsheet accuracy
• Utilize structured calculations in Excel Tables

Designed For

All Excel users who want to become Excel Formula Experts

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Hear about trends and developments in business, the profession and the economy as well as legislative and regulatory changes and their implications.

Highlights

This edition of IssuesWatch will cover New Jersey and national updates, including:

• New Jersey’s proposed 2018/19 budget
• NJ legislation that has recently passed (gender equity, paid sick leave) and is pending (minimum wage increase, changes to employment contracts, taxation of sports betting)
• NJ’s proposed tax amnesty program
• Peer review update
• Tax reform
• State of the accounting profession

We also will review the results of the recent NJCPA member survey and provide an update on several new or enhanced NJCPA programs and services.

Missed a previous webcast? Visit our Video Library to access the recordings.

Benefits

Get a free professional issues update and participate in a live Q&A.

NOTE: You will only be eligible for CPE credit once for this webcast even if you attend multiple dates via live replays.

Designed For

CPAs and Financial Professionals

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Hear about trends and developments in business, the profession and the economy as well as legislative and regulatory changes and their implications.

Highlights

This edition of IssuesWatch will cover New Jersey and national updates, including:

• New Jersey’s proposed 2018/19 budget
• NJ legislation that has recently passed (gender equity, paid sick leave) and is pending (minimum wage increase, changes to employment contracts, taxation of sports betting)
• NJ’s proposed tax amnesty program
• Peer review update
• Tax reform
• State of the accounting profession

We also will review the results of the recent NJCPA member survey and provide an update on several new or enhanced NJCPA programs and services.

Missed a previous webcast? Visit our Video Library to access the recordings.

Benefits

Get a free professional issues update and participate in a live Q&A.

NOTE: You will only be eligible for CPE credit once for this webcast even if you attend multiple dates via live replays.

Designed For

CPAs and Financial Professionals

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Cannabis is a hot topic in New Jersey but with so much uncertainty, it can be confusing what's important and what isn't. Attend this month's Hot Topics webinar and find out exactly what you need to know about cannabis.

Highlights

Discussion Topics:

• Legalizing marijuana in New Jersey – where do we stand with legislation and what are some of the key issues on both sides of the debate
• Challenges that arise from setting up recreational use and medical marijuana businesses in the state
• What can we learn from other states and how can we apply the knowledge to NJ

Designed For

CPAs in New Jersey who want to stay updated on cannabis.

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Hear about trends and developments in business, the profession and the economy as well as legislative and regulatory changes and their implications.

Highlights

This edition of IssuesWatch will cover New Jersey and national updates, including:

• New Jersey’s proposed 2018/19 budget
• NJ legislation that has recently passed (gender equity, paid sick leave) and is pending (minimum wage increase, changes to employment contracts, taxation of sports betting)
• NJ’s proposed tax amnesty program
• Peer review update
• Tax reform
• State of the accounting profession

We also will review the results of the recent NJCPA member survey and provide an update on several new or enhanced NJCPA programs and services.

Missed a previous webcast? Visit our Video Library to access the recordings.

Benefits

Get a free professional issues update and participate in a live Q&A.

NOTE: You will only be eligible for CPE credit once for this webcast even if you attend multiple dates via live replays.

Designed For

CPAs and Financial Professionals

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Hear about trends and developments in business, the profession and the economy as well as legislative and regulatory changes and their implications.

Highlights

This edition of IssuesWatch will cover New Jersey and national updates, including:

• New Jersey’s proposed 2018/19 budget
• NJ legislation that has recently passed (gender equity, paid sick leave) and is pending (minimum wage increase, changes to employment contracts, taxation of sports betting)
• NJ’s proposed tax amnesty program
• Peer review update
• Tax reform
• State of the accounting profession

We also will review the results of the recent NJCPA member survey and provide an update on several new or enhanced NJCPA programs and services.

Missed a previous webcast? Visit our Video Library to access the recordings.

Benefits

Get a free professional issues update and participate in a live Q&A.

NOTE: You will only be eligible for CPE credit once for this webcast even if you attend multiple dates via live replays.

Designed For

CPAs and Financial Professionals

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Cannabis is a hot topic in New Jersey but with so much uncertainty, it can be confusing what's important and what isn't. Attend this month's Hot Topics webinar and find out exactly what you need to know about cannabis.

Highlights

Discussion Topics:

• Legalizing marijuana in New Jersey – where do we stand with legislation and what are some of the key issues on both sides of the debate
• Challenges that arise from setting up recreational use and medical marijuana businesses in the state
• What can we learn from other states and how can we apply the knowledge to NJ

Designed For

CPAs in New Jersey who want to stay updated on cannabis.

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Governor Phil Murphy signed into law the Diane B. Allen Equal Pay Act, which revised New Jersey’s already broad Law Against Discrimination. The new law, which went into effect on July 1, 2018, places significant burdens on New Jersey employers who are required to take swift action in order to keep in compliance with the law. In addition to the Equal Pay Act is the Paid Sick Leave Act which requires employers to provide every employee with paid sick leave.

Attend this webinar to learn what employers must be doing to stay compliant and gain answers to some frequently asked questions about these two new laws.

Highlights

Hear from local attorney Laura Link, a member of Archer's Labor and Employment, Trade Secret Protection and Non-Compete, and Cannabis Law Groups. She'll discuss details of the Equal Pay Act and Paid Sick Leave Act that are affecting New Jersey employers. Find out what employers need to know and have your questions answered by this local expert.

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Join us for this webinar to receive an overview of the current state of the law in the area of sexual harassment, including new tax implications of such claims.

Highlights

The #MeToo and #TimesUp movements originated from a desire to shine a bright light on the epidemic of sexual harassment in the workplace. Both the federal government, and more recently the New Jersey Legislature, have weighed in on these movements by passing legislation (in the federal case) and introducing legislation (in New Jersey) designed to penalize or prohibit the practice of requiring victims and alleged victims to sign confidentiality agreements. Join us for this webinar to receive an overview of the current state of the law in the area of sexual harassment, including new tax implications of such claims.

Designed For

CPAs working in a professional environment.

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Governor Phil Murphy signed into law the Diane B. Allen Equal Pay Act, which revised New Jersey’s already broad Law Against Discrimination. The new law, which went into effect on July 1, 2018, places significant burdens on New Jersey employers who are required to take swift action in order to keep in compliance with the law. In addition to the Equal Pay Act is the Paid Sick Leave Act which requires employers to provide every employee with paid sick leave.

Attend this webinar to learn what employers must be doing to stay compliant and gain answers to some frequently asked questions about these two new laws.

Highlights

Hear from local attorney Laura Link, a member of Archer's Labor and Employment, Trade Secret Protection and Non-Compete, and Cannabis Law Groups. She'll discuss details of the Equal Pay Act and Paid Sick Leave Act that are affecting New Jersey employers. Find out what employers need to know and have your questions answered by this local expert.

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Governor Phil Murphy signed into law the Diane B. Allen Equal Pay Act, which revised New Jersey’s already broad Law Against Discrimination. The new law, which went into effect on July 1, 2018, places significant burdens on New Jersey employers who are required to take swift action in order to keep in compliance with the law. In addition to the Equal Pay Act is the Paid Sick Leave Act which requires employers to provide every employee with paid sick leave.

Attend this webinar to learn what employers must be doing to stay compliant and gain answers to some frequently asked questions about these two new laws.

Highlights

Hear from local attorney Laura Link, a member of Archer's Labor and Employment, Trade Secret Protection and Non-Compete, and Cannabis Law Groups. She'll discuss details of the Equal Pay Act and Paid Sick Leave Act that are affecting New Jersey employers. Find out what employers need to know and have your questions answered by this local expert.

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What does the US Supreme Court's decision in South Dakota v. Wayfair mean for you and your business? The Hot Topics Web Pass brings you the federal and local issues as soon as they come up.

Highlights

This is the most significant development in state and local taxes in at least twenty years and will directly impact many businesses across the country especially remote and internet sellers as well as technology companies. We will address the immediate sales and use tax implications and potential income tax consequences. Attendees can expect to learn:

• How this ruling changes the landscape of state and local taxation
• An explanation of economic nexus
• How states are reacting to this ruling
• The impact to remote and internet sellers
• How this may be applied to technology businesses

Designed For

CPAs involved in state and local tax, e-commerce, general tax, tax law.

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Join us for this webinar to receive an overview of the current state of the law in the area of sexual harassment, including new tax implications of such claims.

Highlights

The #MeToo and #TimesUp movements originated from a desire to shine a bright light on the epidemic of sexual harassment in the workplace. Both the federal government, and more recently the New Jersey Legislature, have weighed in on these movements by passing legislation (in the federal case) and introducing legislation (in New Jersey) designed to penalize or prohibit the practice of requiring victims and alleged victims to sign confidentiality agreements. Join us for this webinar to receive an overview of the current state of the law in the area of sexual harassment, including new tax implications of such claims.

Designed For

CPAs working in a professional environment.

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The ink is still wet on the New Jersey budget signed by Governor Murphy on July 1, and many important details are still being deciphered. Tune in to hear some of the key tax implications of 2019 New Jersey budget.

Highlights

The 2019 New Jersey budget contains some key tax changes for both corporations and individuals.
Highlights include:

• An increase in the income tax rate to 10.75 percent for taxpayers with income of $5 million and above
• Significant corporate business tax changes, including:
  • A surcharge of 2.5 percent for the next two years (tax years beginning on or after Jan. 1, 2018, through Dec. 21, 2019) and 1.5 percent for the subsequent two years (tax years beginning on or after Jan.1, 2020, through Dec. 31, 2021) for corporations with income of $1 million or more
  • A new combined reporting system
  • A change in the dividends-received deduction for tax years beginning after Dec. 31, 2016. There’s a reduction in the amount of the exclusion from 100 percent to 95 percent for 80-percent-owned subsidiaries.
• Authorization for the New Jersey Division of Taxation to hold a 90-day tax amnesty program that begins this year and ends by Jan. 15, 2019. Eligible returns include those that were due on or after Feb. 1, 2009, and prior to Sept. 1, 2017.
• An increase in the state property tax deduction cap from $10,000 to $15,000
• More funding for the Homestead property tax relief program
• An increase in the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
• A new Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit
• No increase in the sales tax rate, however short-term housing rentals (e.g. Airbnb) will now be subject to sales tax. Plus the state will see more sales-tax revenue thanks to a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision that will allow New Jersey and other states to more aggressively tax online sales.
• A new surcharge on Uber and Lyft rides
• A new tax on e-cigarettes and tobacco

Keep up to date on NJ Budget information at njcpa.org/njbudget

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The ink is still wet on the New Jersey budget signed by Governor Murphy on July 1, and many important details are still being deciphered. Tune in to hear some of the key tax implications of 2019 New Jersey budget.

Highlights

The 2019 New Jersey budget contains some key tax changes for both corporations and individuals.
Highlights include:

• An increase in the income tax rate to 10.75 percent for taxpayers with income of $5 million and above
• Significant corporate business tax changes, including:
  • A surcharge of 2.5 percent for the next two years (tax years beginning on or after Jan. 1, 2018, through Dec. 21, 2019) and 1.5 percent for the subsequent two years (tax years beginning on or after Jan.1, 2020, through Dec. 31, 2021) for corporations with income of $1 million or more
  • A new combined reporting system
  • A change in the dividends-received deduction for tax years beginning after Dec. 31, 2016. There’s a reduction in the amount of the exclusion from 100 percent to 95 percent for 80-percent-owned subsidiaries.
• Authorization for the New Jersey Division of Taxation to hold a 90-day tax amnesty program that begins this year and ends by Jan. 15, 2019. Eligible returns include those that were due on or after Feb. 1, 2009, and prior to Sept. 1, 2017.
• An increase in the state property tax deduction cap from $10,000 to $15,000
• More funding for the Homestead property tax relief program
• An increase in the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
• A new Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit
• No increase in the sales tax rate, however short-term housing rentals (e.g. Airbnb) will now be subject to sales tax. Plus the state will see more sales-tax revenue thanks to a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision that will allow New Jersey and other states to more aggressively tax online sales.
• A new surcharge on Uber and Lyft rides
• A new tax on e-cigarettes and tobacco

Keep up to date on NJ Budget information at njcpa.org/njbudget

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Succession plans aren't just for those nearing retirement and many wait too long before developing a plan. Join us as we examine a merger and identify the key points that led to success as well as the lessons learned along the way.

Highlights

Please join Managing Shareholder Edward Guttenplan and Shareholder Gail Rosen as they discuss the benefits of a strategic merger for firm growth and expansion of resources as well as the benefits of being proactive when determining a succession plan. Ed and Gail will also share their step by step process on how to complete a successful merger based on their experience. Highlights include:

• Not ready for a succession plan; what you should know
• Initial steps to take when thinking of a succession plan
• How to determine which successor is the best fit for the firm
• How to structure a successful deal
• How and when to tell and retain your clients and staff
• Best practices for integrating two firms

Designed For

CPAs at any career stage and working in any industry.

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Join us for this webinar to receive an overview of the current state of the law in the area of sexual harassment, including new tax implications of such claims.

Highlights

The #MeToo and #TimesUp movements originated from a desire to shine a bright light on the epidemic of sexual harassment in the workplace. Both the federal government, and more recently the New Jersey Legislature, have weighed in on these movements by passing legislation (in the federal case) and introducing legislation (in New Jersey) designed to penalize or prohibit the practice of requiring victims and alleged victims to sign confidentiality agreements. Join us for this webinar to receive an overview of the current state of the law in the area of sexual harassment, including new tax implications of such claims.

Designed For

CPAs working in a professional environment.

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What does the US Supreme Court's decision in South Dakota v. Wayfair mean for you and your business? The Hot Topics Web Pass brings you the federal and local issues as soon as they come up.

Highlights

This is the most significant development in state and local taxes in at least twenty years and will directly impact many businesses across the country especially remote and internet sellers as well as technology companies. We will address the immediate sales and use tax implications and potential income tax consequences. Attendees can expect to learn:

• How this ruling changes the landscape of state and local taxation
• An explanation of economic nexus
• How states are reacting to this ruling
• The impact to remote and internet sellers
• How this may be applied to technology businesses

Designed For

CPAs involved in state and local tax, e-commerce, general tax, tax law.

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Succession plans aren't just for those nearing retirement and many wait too long before developing a plan. Join us as we examine a merger and identify the key points that led to success as well as the lessons learned along the way.

Highlights

Please join Managing Shareholder Edward Guttenplan and Shareholder Gail Rosen as they discuss the benefits of a strategic merger for firm growth and expansion of resources as well as the benefits of being proactive when determining a succession plan. Ed and Gail will also share their step by step process on how to complete a successful merger based on their experience. Highlights include:

• Not ready for a succession plan; what you should know
• Initial steps to take when thinking of a succession plan
• How to determine which successor is the best fit for the firm
• How to structure a successful deal
• How and when to tell and retain your clients and staff
• Best practices for integrating two firms

Designed For

CPAs at any career stage and working in any industry.

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Succession plans aren't just for those nearing retirement and many wait too long before developing a plan. Join us as we examine a merger and identify the key points that led to success as well as the lessons learned along the way.

Highlights

Please join Managing Shareholder Edward Guttenplan and Shareholder Gail Rosen as they discuss the benefits of a strategic merger for firm growth and expansion of resources as well as the benefits of being proactive when determining a succession plan. Ed and Gail will also share their step by step process on how to complete a successful merger based on their experience. Highlights include:

• Not ready for a succession plan; what you should know
• Initial steps to take when thinking of a succession plan
• How to determine which successor is the best fit for the firm
• How to structure a successful deal
• How and when to tell and retain your clients and staff
• Best practices for integrating two firms

Designed For

CPAs at any career stage and working in any industry.

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The ink is still wet on the New Jersey budget signed by Governor Murphy on July 1, and many important details are still being deciphered. Tune in to hear some of the key tax implications of 2019 New Jersey budget.

Highlights

The 2019 New Jersey budget contains some key tax changes for both corporations and individuals.
Highlights include:

• An increase in the income tax rate to 10.75 percent for taxpayers with income of $5 million and above
• Significant corporate business tax changes, including:
  • A surcharge of 2.5 percent for the next two years (tax years beginning on or after Jan. 1, 2018, through Dec. 21, 2019) and 1.5 percent for the subsequent two years (tax years beginning on or after Jan.1, 2020, through Dec. 31, 2021) for corporations with income of $1 million or more
  • A new combined reporting system
  • A change in the dividends-received deduction for tax years beginning after Dec. 31, 2016. There’s a reduction in the amount of the exclusion from 100 percent to 95 percent for 80-percent-owned subsidiaries.
• Authorization for the New Jersey Division of Taxation to hold a 90-day tax amnesty program that begins this year and ends by Jan. 15, 2019. Eligible returns include those that were due on or after Feb. 1, 2009, and prior to Sept. 1, 2017.
• An increase in the state property tax deduction cap from $10,000 to $15,000
• More funding for the Homestead property tax relief program
• An increase in the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
• A new Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit
• No increase in the sales tax rate, however short-term housing rentals (e.g. Airbnb) will now be subject to sales tax. Plus the state will see more sales-tax revenue thanks to a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision that will allow New Jersey and other states to more aggressively tax online sales.
• A new surcharge on Uber and Lyft rides
• A new tax on e-cigarettes and tobacco

Keep up to date on NJ Budget information at njcpa.org/njbudget

View Full Event Details

The ink is still wet on the New Jersey budget signed by Governor Murphy on July 1, and many important details are still being deciphered. Tune in to hear some of the key tax implications of 2019 New Jersey budget.

Highlights

The 2019 New Jersey budget contains some key tax changes for both corporations and individuals.
Highlights include:

• An increase in the income tax rate to 10.75 percent for taxpayers with income of $5 million and above
• Significant corporate business tax changes, including:
  • A surcharge of 2.5 percent for the next two years (tax years beginning on or after Jan. 1, 2018, through Dec. 21, 2019) and 1.5 percent for the subsequent two years (tax years beginning on or after Jan.1, 2020, through Dec. 31, 2021) for corporations with income of $1 million or more
  • A new combined reporting system
  • A change in the dividends-received deduction for tax years beginning after Dec. 31, 2016. There’s a reduction in the amount of the exclusion from 100 percent to 95 percent for 80-percent-owned subsidiaries.
• Authorization for the New Jersey Division of Taxation to hold a 90-day tax amnesty program that begins this year and ends by Jan. 15, 2019. Eligible returns include those that were due on or after Feb. 1, 2009, and prior to Sept. 1, 2017.
• An increase in the state property tax deduction cap from $10,000 to $15,000
• More funding for the Homestead property tax relief program
• An increase in the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
• A new Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit
• No increase in the sales tax rate, however short-term housing rentals (e.g. Airbnb) will now be subject to sales tax. Plus the state will see more sales-tax revenue thanks to a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision that will allow New Jersey and other states to more aggressively tax online sales.
• A new surcharge on Uber and Lyft rides
• A new tax on e-cigarettes and tobacco

Keep up to date on NJ Budget information at njcpa.org/njbudget

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Hear about trends and developments in business, the profession and the economy as well as legislative and regulatory changes and their implications.

Highlights

This edition of IssuesWatch will cover New Jersey and national updates, including:

• Recent NJ tax changes as a result of the state's fiscal 2019 budget
• New Jersey's Path to Progress report
• Other pending NJ legislation affecting the business community
• Tax reform updates including Section 199A
• New and soon-to-be-launched NJCPA programs and services

Missed a previous webcast? Visit our Video Library to access the recordings.

Benefits

Get a free professional issues update and participate in a live Q&A.

NOTE: You will only be eligible for CPE credit once for this webcast even if you attend multiple dates via live replays.

Designed For

CPAs and Financial Professionals

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Hear about trends and developments in business, the profession and the economy as well as legislative and regulatory changes and their implications.

Highlights

This edition of IssuesWatch will cover New Jersey and national updates, including:

• Recent NJ tax changes as a result of the state's fiscal 2019 budget
• New Jersey's Path to Progress report
• Other pending NJ legislation affecting the business community
• Tax reform updates including Section 199A
• New and soon-to-be-launched NJCPA programs and services

Missed a previous webcast? Visit our Video Library to access the recordings.

Benefits

Get a free professional issues update and participate in a live Q&A.

NOTE: You will only be eligible for CPE credit once for this webcast even if you attend multiple dates via live replays.

Designed For

CPAs and Financial Professionals

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Hear about trends and developments in business, the profession and the economy as well as legislative and regulatory changes and their implications.

Highlights

This edition of IssuesWatch will cover New Jersey and national updates, including:

• Recent NJ tax changes as a result of the state's fiscal 2019 budget
• New Jersey's Path to Progress report
• Other pending NJ legislation affecting the business community
• Tax reform updates including Section 199A
• New and soon-to-be-launched NJCPA programs and services

Missed a previous webcast? Visit our Video Library to access the recordings.

Benefits

Get a free professional issues update and participate in a live Q&A.

NOTE: You will only be eligible for CPE credit once for this webcast even if you attend multiple dates via live replays.

Designed For

CPAs and Financial Professionals

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The AICPA has determined that of the top 10 new skill sets required for success in 2020, zero of them are related to technical accounting knowledge. Otherwise known as "soft skills," these characteristics and abilities are too often neglected and doing so will put you at a significant competitive disadvantage.

Highlights

Sean will discuss:

• Brief overview of blockchain and it's connection to cryptocurrency, including a discussion of the judgement and decision making framework necessary to determine if blockchain is an appropriate solution
• Implications of technology on both accounting firms and the different generations employed therein especially as it connects to properly managing people at different levels in the organization
• How to establish boundaries and guidelines to help manage work/life demands as professionals grow and transition upward in careers, remaining aware of the emotional and psychological aspects of creating organizational flexibility
• Tactics and approaches to facilitate communication between different generations, both inside and outside the firm especially when addressing the complex problems facing firms of all sizes
• Strategies for directors and partners to help develop thought leadership pieces and platforms in order to both provide better service to clients, and exercise critical thinking to address the evolving needs of clients
• Steps that can help senior level accountants transition and expand into higher education

Designed For

CPAs and financial professionals

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The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) was signed into law on December 22, 2017. This marks the first comprehensive tax law reform since 1986 and will impact every American taxpayer and industry. The TCJA brings new opportunities, as well as some challenges, to the commercial real estate community. This CPE will focus on several provisions of the Act that may further enhance the utility of a traditional cost segregation study.

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The AICPA has determined that of the top 10 new skill sets required for success in 2020, zero of them are related to technical accounting knowledge. Otherwise known as "soft skills," these characteristics and abilities are too often neglected and doing so will put you at a significant competitive disadvantage.

Highlights

Sean will discuss:

• Brief overview of blockchain and it's connection to cryptocurrency, including a discussion of the judgement and decision making framework necessary to determine if blockchain is an appropriate solution
• Implications of technology on both accounting firms and the different generations employed therein especially as it connects to properly managing people at different levels in the organization
• How to establish boundaries and guidelines to help manage work/life demands as professionals grow and transition upward in careers, remaining aware of the emotional and psychological aspects of creating organizational flexibility
• Tactics and approaches to facilitate communication between different generations, both inside and outside the firm especially when addressing the complex problems facing firms of all sizes
• Strategies for directors and partners to help develop thought leadership pieces and platforms in order to both provide better service to clients, and exercise critical thinking to address the evolving needs of clients
• Steps that can help senior level accountants transition and expand into higher education

Designed For

CPAs and financial professionals

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New Jersey Senate President Steve Sweeney is one of the state’s top legislative leaders. His New Jersey Economic and Fiscal Policy Workgroup worked to devise innovative solutions to fix New Jersey, culminating in the Path to Progress report that made recommendations about the state’s pension crisis, state and local tax structure, and shared services.

Hear from Senator Sweeney about his views on issues affecting New Jersey and what Trenton is doing to address the challenges.

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Succession plans aren't just for those nearing retirement and many wait too long before developing a plan. Join us as we examine a merger and identify the key points that led to success as well as the lessons learned along the way.

Highlights

Please join Managing Shareholder Edward Guttenplan and Shareholder Gail Rosen as they discuss the benefits of a strategic merger for firm growth and expansion of resources as well as the benefits of being proactive when determining a succession plan. Ed and Gail will also share their step by step process on how to complete a successful merger based on their experience. Highlights include:

• Not ready for a succession plan; what you should know
• Initial steps to take when thinking of a succession plan
• How to determine which successor is the best fit for the firm
• How to structure a successful deal
• How and when to tell and retain your clients and staff
• Best practices for integrating two firms

Designed For

CPAs at any career stage and working in any industry.

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New Jersey Senate President Steve Sweeney is one of the state’s top legislative leaders. His New Jersey Economic and Fiscal Policy Workgroup worked to devise innovative solutions to fix New Jersey, culminating in the Path to Progress report that made recommendations about the state’s pension crisis, state and local tax structure, and shared services.

Hear from Senator Sweeney about his views on issues affecting New Jersey and what Trenton is doing to address the challenges.

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Succession plans aren't just for those nearing retirement and many wait too long before developing a plan. Join us as we examine a merger and identify the key points that led to success as well as the lessons learned along the way.

Highlights

Please join Managing Shareholder Edward Guttenplan and Shareholder Gail Rosen as they discuss the benefits of a strategic merger for firm growth and expansion of resources as well as the benefits of being proactive when determining a succession plan. Ed and Gail will also share their step by step process on how to complete a successful merger based on their experience. Highlights include:

• Not ready for a succession plan; what you should know
• Initial steps to take when thinking of a succession plan
• How to determine which successor is the best fit for the firm
• How to structure a successful deal
• How and when to tell and retain your clients and staff
• Best practices for integrating two firms

Designed For

CPAs at any career stage and working in any industry.

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The AICPA has determined that of the top 10 new skill sets required for success in 2020, zero of them are related to technical accounting knowledge. Otherwise known as "soft skills," these characteristics and abilities are too often neglected and doing so will put you at a significant competitive disadvantage.

Highlights

Sean will discuss:

• Brief overview of blockchain and it's connection to cryptocurrency, including a discussion of the judgement and decision making framework necessary to determine if blockchain is an appropriate solution
• Implications of technology on both accounting firms and the different generations employed therein especially as it connects to properly managing people at different levels in the organization
• How to establish boundaries and guidelines to help manage work/life demands as professionals grow and transition upward in careers, remaining aware of the emotional and psychological aspects of creating organizational flexibility
• Tactics and approaches to facilitate communication between different generations, both inside and outside the firm especially when addressing the complex problems facing firms of all sizes
• Strategies for directors and partners to help develop thought leadership pieces and platforms in order to both provide better service to clients, and exercise critical thinking to address the evolving needs of clients
• Steps that can help senior level accountants transition and expand into higher education

Designed For

CPAs and financial professionals

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Get an update from the NJCPA CEO and President on issues that impact CPAs and financial professionals.

Highlights

This edition of IssuesWatch will cover the following topics:

• Trends in the profession
  • Issues affecting sole practitioners and small firms, and what the NJCPA is doing to address them
  • AICPA software development for firms
  • Hiring trends
• Federal issues
  • Review of major tax reform changes for businesses and individuals
  • Opportunity Zone tax incentives
  • PTIN renewals
• New Jersey issues
  • NJ Tax Amnesty program - progress report, answers to CPAs' questions
  • Pending NJ legislation, including the Accountancy Act bill and other legislation impacting CPAs and the business community
  • Review of major New Jersey tax changes for businesses and individuals

Missed a previous webcast? Visit our Video Library to access the recordings.

Benefits

NJCPA members may tune in for FREE and will receive 1 CPE credit per edition.

Each edition of IssuesWatch covers trends and developments in business, the profession and the economy as well as legislative and regulatory changes and their implications. Each broadcast includes live Q&A with the attendees.

NOTE: You will only be eligible for CPE Credit once for this webcast even if you attend multiple dates via live replays.

Designed For

CPAs and financial professionals

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The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) was signed into law on December 22, 2017. This marks the first comprehensive tax law reform since 1986 and will impact every American taxpayer and industry. The TCJA brings new opportunities, as well as some challenges, to the commercial real estate community. This CPE will focus on several provisions of the Act that may further enhance the utility of a traditional cost segregation study.

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Get an update from the NJCPA CEO and President on issues that impact CPAs and financial professionals.

Highlights

This edition of IssuesWatch will cover the following topics:

• Trends in the profession
  • Issues affecting sole practitioners and small firms, and what the NJCPA is doing to address them
  • AICPA software development for firms
  • Hiring trends
• Federal issues
  • Review of major tax reform changes for businesses and individuals
  • Opportunity Zone tax incentives
  • PTIN renewals
• New Jersey issues
  • NJ Tax Amnesty program - progress report, answers to CPAs' questions
  • Pending NJ legislation, including the Accountancy Act bill and other legislation impacting CPAs and the business community
  • Review of major New Jersey tax changes for businesses and individuals

Missed a previous webcast? Visit our Video Library to access the recordings.

Benefits

NJCPA members may tune in for FREE and will receive 1 CPE credit per edition.

Each edition of IssuesWatch covers trends and developments in business, the profession and the economy as well as legislative and regulatory changes and their implications. Each broadcast includes live Q&A with the attendees.

NOTE: You will only be eligible for CPE Credit once for this webcast even if you attend multiple dates via live replays.

Designed For

CPAs and financial professionals

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Get an update from the NJCPA CEO and President on issues that impact CPAs and financial professionals.

Highlights

This edition of IssuesWatch will cover the following topics:

• Trends in the profession
  • Issues affecting sole practitioners and small firms, and what the NJCPA is doing to address them
  • AICPA software development for firms
  • Hiring trends
• Federal issues
  • Review of major tax reform changes for businesses and individuals
  • Opportunity Zone tax incentives
  • PTIN renewals
• New Jersey issues
  • NJ Tax Amnesty program - progress report, answers to CPAs' questions
  • Pending NJ legislation, including the Accountancy Act bill and other legislation impacting CPAs and the business community
  • Review of major New Jersey tax changes for businesses and individuals

Missed a previous webcast? Visit our Video Library to access the recordings.

Benefits

NJCPA members may tune in for FREE and will receive 1 CPE credit per edition.

Each edition of IssuesWatch covers trends and developments in business, the profession and the economy as well as legislative and regulatory changes and their implications. Each broadcast includes live Q&A with the attendees.

NOTE: You will only be eligible for CPE Credit once for this webcast even if you attend multiple dates via live replays.

Designed For

CPAs and financial professionals

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A typical NJ Division of Taxation business field audit generally includes audits of the taxpayer's CBT returns, GIT-ER returns and a host of other tax returns. This webinar will focus primarily on the Sales & Use Tax aspects of the field audit.

Highlights

Key topics to be presented, along with their associated procedures, include the following items:

• Initial Review of Compliance - Including Policy & Procedures
• Test Compliance - Perform A Self Audit
• Prepare For NJ S&UT Audit
• Commence Audit Engagement
• Gross Receipts Reconciliations - Issues & Concerns
• Sales Tax Audit - Primary Issues & Concerns
• Use Tax Audit - Primary Issues & Concerns
• Post Audit - Issues & Concerns

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A typical NJ Division of Taxation business field audit generally includes audits of the taxpayer's CBT returns, GIT-ER returns and a host of other tax returns. This webinar will focus primarily on the Sales & Use Tax aspects of the field audit.

Highlights

Key topics to be presented, along with their associated procedures, include the following items:

• Initial Review of Compliance - Including Policy & Procedures
• Test Compliance - Perform A Self Audit
• Prepare For NJ S&UT Audit
• Commence Audit Engagement
• Gross Receipts Reconciliations - Issues & Concerns
• Sales Tax Audit - Primary Issues & Concerns
• Use Tax Audit - Primary Issues & Concerns
• Post Audit - Issues & Concerns

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A typical NJ Division of Taxation business field audit generally includes audits of the taxpayer's CBT returns, GIT-ER returns and a host of other tax returns. This webinar will focus primarily on the Sales & Use Tax aspects of the field audit.

Highlights

Key topics to be presented, along with their associated procedures, include the following items:

• Initial Review of Compliance - Including Policy & Procedures
• Test Compliance - Perform A Self Audit
• Prepare For NJ S&UT Audit
• Commence Audit Engagement
• Gross Receipts Reconciliations - Issues & Concerns
• Sales Tax Audit - Primary Issues & Concerns
• Use Tax Audit - Primary Issues & Concerns
• Post Audit - Issues & Concerns

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Now that the IRS has published final guidance on the 20% pass-through deduction, attend this webinar to identify planning opportunities to maximize the deduction and understand how to properly advise your clients.

Highlights

The discussion will cover:

• Trade or business requirement
• Definitional guidance for specified service trades/businesses (SSTBs)
• De minimis rule for SSTBs
• Scope of the “reputation or skill” clause for SSTBs
• Elective aggregation of commonly-controlled businesses
• Presumption regarding employees-turned-independent contractors
• Treatment of QBI losses and Section 1231 gain
• Exclusion of partnership basis adjustments from qualified property

Designed For

• CPAs
• Sole proprietors
• Business owners of pass-through entities

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Now that the IRS has published final guidance on the 20% pass-through deduction, attend this webinar to identify planning opportunities to maximize the deduction and understand how to properly advise your clients.

Highlights

The discussion will cover:

• Trade or business requirement
• Definitional guidance for specified service trades/businesses (SSTBs)
• De minimis rule for SSTBs
• Scope of the “reputation or skill” clause for SSTBs
• Elective aggregation of commonly-controlled businesses
• Presumption regarding employees-turned-independent contractors
• Treatment of QBI losses and Section 1231 gain
• Exclusion of partnership basis adjustments from qualified property

Designed For

• CPAs
• Sole proprietors
• Business owners of pass-through entities

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Now that the IRS has published final guidance on the 20% pass-through deduction, attend this webinar to identify planning opportunities to maximize the deduction and understand how to properly advise your clients.

Highlights

The discussion will cover:

• Trade or business requirement
• Definitional guidance for specified service trades/businesses (SSTBs)
• De minimis rule for SSTBs
• Scope of the “reputation or skill” clause for SSTBs
• Elective aggregation of commonly-controlled businesses
• Presumption regarding employees-turned-independent contractors
• Treatment of QBI losses and Section 1231 gain
• Exclusion of partnership basis adjustments from qualified property

Designed For

• CPAs
• Sole proprietors
• Business owners of pass-through entities

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Our panel of public policy experts will analyze elements of Governor Murphy's proposed budget and discuss their potential impact and political viability.

Highlights

On March 5, Governor Murphy presented his proposed budget for New Jersey’s 2019/20 fiscal year. Labeled as “A Blueprint for the Middle Class,” the proposed budget includes appropriations totaling $38.6 billion. Among other things, the budget includes:

• Nearly $800 million in public employee health benefit cost savings
• A reduction in “one-shot” revenues
• A nearly $3.8 billion payment to the public worker pension fund
• Changes to tax incentive programs
• Nearly $283 million in funding for Homestead Benefits
• A decrease in the income threshold for the top 10.75-percent tax bracket to $1 million

Join us for in-depth look at the budget and its political prospects.

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Our panel of public policy experts will analyze elements of Governor Murphy's proposed budget and discuss their potential impact and political viability.

Highlights

On March 5, Governor Murphy presented his proposed budget for New Jersey’s 2019/20 fiscal year. Labeled as “A Blueprint for the Middle Class,” the proposed budget includes appropriations totaling $38.6 billion. Among other things, the budget includes:

• Nearly $800 million in public employee health benefit cost savings
• A reduction in “one-shot” revenues
• A nearly $3.8 billion payment to the public worker pension fund
• Changes to tax incentive programs
• Nearly $283 million in funding for Homestead Benefits
• A decrease in the income threshold for the top 10.75-percent tax bracket to $1 million

Join us for in-depth look at the budget and its political prospects.

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Our panel of public policy experts will analyze elements of Governor Murphy's proposed budget and discuss their potential impact and political viability.

Highlights

On March 5, Governor Murphy presented his proposed budget for New Jersey’s 2019/20 fiscal year. Labeled as “A Blueprint for the Middle Class,” the proposed budget includes appropriations totaling $38.6 billion. Among other things, the budget includes:

• Nearly $800 million in public employee health benefit cost savings
• A reduction in “one-shot” revenues
• A nearly $3.8 billion payment to the public worker pension fund
• Changes to tax incentive programs
• Nearly $283 million in funding for Homestead Benefits
• A decrease in the income threshold for the top 10.75-percent tax bracket to $1 million

Join us for in-depth look at the budget and its political prospects.

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How can artificial intelligence and big data help your organization succeed? This webinar will explore these technologies and identify the opportunities that each one presents.

Highlights

Power Your Organization With AI and Big Data
We hear these terms used frequently but what do they mean? Organizations of all sizes have the ability to embrace and leverage these revolutionary technologies. As these tools and technologies become mainstream, it will be vital to understand these two trends, learn what the terms and technologies mean, and identify the implications for the accounting profession. Move past the buzz words and understand the real-world applications that exist today within firms of all sizes. Learn about these new technologies and the role they will play in changing your organization and the accounting profession. Empower your firm by understanding this new frontier and the opportunities it presents for additional services for your clients.

After attending this session, attendees will understand what these new technologies are and how they can deploy them at work.

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How can artificial intelligence and big data help your organization succeed? This webinar will explore these technologies and identify the opportunities that each one presents.

Highlights

Power Your Organization With AI and Big Data
We hear these terms used frequently but what do they mean? Organizations of all sizes have the ability to embrace and leverage these revolutionary technologies. As these tools and technologies become mainstream, it will be vital to understand these two trends, learn what the terms and technologies mean, and identify the implications for the accounting profession. Move past the buzz words and understand the real-world applications that exist today within firms of all sizes. Learn about these new technologies and the role they will play in changing your organization and the accounting profession. Empower your firm by understanding this new frontier and the opportunities it presents for additional services for your clients.

After attending this session, attendees will understand what these new technologies are and how they can deploy them at work.

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How can artificial intelligence and big data help your organization succeed? This webinar will explore these technologies and identify the opportunities that each one presents.

Highlights

Power Your Organization With AI and Big Data
We hear these terms used frequently but what do they mean? Organizations of all sizes have the ability to embrace and leverage these revolutionary technologies. As these tools and technologies become mainstream, it will be vital to understand these two trends, learn what the terms and technologies mean, and identify the implications for the accounting profession. Move past the buzz words and understand the real-world applications that exist today within firms of all sizes. Learn about these new technologies and the role they will play in changing your organization and the accounting profession. Empower your firm by understanding this new frontier and the opportunities it presents for additional services for your clients.

After attending this session, attendees will understand what these new technologies are and how they can deploy them at work.

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How can artificial intelligence and big data help your organization succeed? This webinar will explore these technologies and identify the opportunities that each one presents.

Highlights

Power Your Organization With AI and Big Data
We hear these terms used frequently but what do they mean? Organizations of all sizes have the ability to embrace and leverage these revolutionary technologies. As these tools and technologies become mainstream, it will be vital to understand these two trends, learn what the terms and technologies mean, and identify the implications for the accounting profession. Move past the buzz words and understand the real-world applications that exist today within firms of all sizes. Learn about these new technologies and the role they will play in changing your organization and the accounting profession. Empower your firm by understanding this new frontier and the opportunities it presents for additional services for your clients.

After attending this session, attendees will understand what these new technologies are and how they can deploy them at work.

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How can artificial intelligence and big data help your organization succeed? This webinar will explore these technologies and identify the opportunities that each one presents.

Highlights

Power Your Organization With AI and Big Data
We hear these terms used frequently but what do they mean? Organizations of all sizes have the ability to embrace and leverage these revolutionary technologies. As these tools and technologies become mainstream, it will be vital to understand these two trends, learn what the terms and technologies mean, and identify the implications for the accounting profession. Move past the buzz words and understand the real-world applications that exist today within firms of all sizes. Learn about these new technologies and the role they will play in changing your organization and the accounting profession. Empower your firm by understanding this new frontier and the opportunities it presents for additional services for your clients.

After attending this session, attendees will understand what these new technologies are and how they can deploy them at work.

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New regulations will affect all businesses in New Jersey. Don't miss out on an update designed for managers.

Highlights

The #MeToo movement is not slowing down and newly enacted legislation makes lawsuits very costly for businesses. Join us for a discussion on new legal definitions in employment law and how managers can develop a five-step plan to minimize the possibility of lawsuits in their organizations.

Benefits

Learn about employment law and how it will affect how your business operates.

Designed For

CPAs, CFOs, and Controllers who operate in New Jersey.

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New regulations will affect all businesses in New Jersey. Don't miss out on an update designed for managers.

Highlights

The #MeToo movement is not slowing down and newly enacted legislation makes lawsuits very costly for businesses. Join us for a discussion on new legal definitions in employment law and how managers can develop a five-step plan to minimize the possibility of lawsuits in their organizations.

Benefits

Learn about employment law and how it will affect how your business operates.

Designed For

CPAs, CFOs, and Controllers who operate in New Jersey.

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New regulations will affect all businesses in New Jersey. Don't miss out on an update designed for managers.

Highlights

The #MeToo movement is not slowing down and newly enacted legislation makes lawsuits very costly for businesses. Join us for a discussion on new legal definitions in employment law and how managers can develop a five-step plan to minimize the possibility of lawsuits in their organizations.

Benefits

Learn about employment law and how it will affect how your business operates.

Designed For

CPAs, CFOs, and Controllers who operate in New Jersey.

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