National POW/MIA Flag Act (S 693) – This bill amended title 36 of the United States Code to require that the POW/MIA flag be displayed on all days that the flag of the United States is displayed on certain federal … Continue reading
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Hanging Flags, Awarding Geniuses, Supporting Hong Kong Protestors and Criminalizing Animal Cruelty
Posted in Blog, Congress at Work
What is Splinternet and Why You Should Care
Eric Schmidt, former Google CEO, made a prediction in September 2018 that the internet will split in two – one part being led by China and the other by the United States. The reasoning behind this involves China’s active monitoring … Continue reading
Posted in Blog, What's New in Technology
Practicing Gratitude: A Look Back at 2019
It may be hard to believe, but the end of the year is upon us. During this time, many of us might reflect on the year and tally up the good and the bad, the pros and the cons of … Continue reading
Posted in Blog, Tip of the Month
Gross Domestic Product: A Primer
The economic indicator known as Gross Domestic Product (GDP) represents the dollar value of all purchased goods and services over the course of one year. It is comprised of purchases from all private and public consumption, including for profit, nonprofit … Continue reading
Posted in Blog, Financial Planning
What Would a Phase One Deal with China Encompass?
The so-called phase one of a trade deal with China is expected to contain a provision for $40 billion to $50 billion in purchases of American agricultural products by China, according to an October news release from U.S. Sen. John … Continue reading
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Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment – and Depreciation
When it comes to determining depreciation for Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (FF&E), there are many considerations that exist for accountants and business owners. Defining Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment FF&E refers to expenses for business items that are not affixed to … Continue reading
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How to Defer, Avoid Paying Capital Gains Tax on Stock Sales
The markets are hitting all-time highs, so if you are thinking of selling stocks now or in the near future, there is a good chance that you will have capital gains on the sale. If you’ve held the stocks for … Continue reading
Posted in Blog, Tax and Financial News
Orest P. Baransky CPA PC
