NJCPA Focus

NJCPA Focus is an informative blog that discusses timely issues, trends and developments in the accounting industry from NJCPA members, staff and other professionals. 

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    10 Financial Pointers for Young Professionals Coming Out (or About to Come Out) of College

    Posted: January 23, 2019
    Graduating from college and other advanced degree programs is a big deal — not just for the education obtained, but for the commitment of focusing oneself for 4-5 years on a goal. Here are my ten financial pointers for young professionals coming out.
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    How to Mentor a Student to Their Best Potential

    Posted: January 22, 2019
    Mentoring relationships occur at all stages in one’s career from student to staff to manager. The relationships that one fosters as a student, if kept alive, can very well take them through one’s career. Learn how to be a great mentor.
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    Reflections on the Impact of a Scholarship

    Posted: November 21, 2018
    I am indeed thankful to be selected as one of the recipients of the NJCPA Scholarship Awards for the 2018/19 academic year. Here are some impacts it has had on my education.
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    5 Ways Nonprofits Can Offset Loss of Deductions

    Posted: November 15, 2018
    Because of last year’s Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, fewer taxpayers will use itemized deductions. Although this could mean a reduction in charitable giving, your nonprofit client may have options for mitigating any potential revenue loss.
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    The Beginning of the End for IRC Section 280E — The FDA Reschedules (Some) CBD Drugs

    Posted: October 11, 2018
    Accountants would be wise to keep their eyes on IRC Section 280E. If this is the beginning of a trend for the Drug Enforcement Agency, perhaps all businesses operating within the medical cannabis space may soon be able to claim exemption from IRC §280E.
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    5 Tips to Get Started in Networking

    Posted: September 27, 2018
    It’s crucial to view networking as building a friendship and possibly even a partnership instead of wondering what an individual in the profession could do for you. Here are some tips to get started.
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