Business Valuation for Owner DisputesFebruary 13, 2018

business valuation

By: Roy Kvalo, CPA/ABV/CFF, CVA When two or more business owners are embroiled in conflict, a valuation can pave the way to a resolution. Specializing in business valuation and litigation, The Curchin Group has helped resolve this type of situation many times and can offer a bit of insight that might be helpful to you …

Tax Reform and 2017 Year-End Tax PlanningDecember 21, 2017

tax reform

Congress is enacting the biggest tax reform law in thirty years, one that will make fundamental changes in the way you, your family and your business calculate your federal income tax bill, and the amount of federal tax you will pay. Since most of the changes will go into effect next year, there’s still a …

Nov/Dec 2017 NewsletterDecember 19, 2017

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  The latest issue of the Curchin Newsletter is here! You can look forward to reading about hot topics in accounting/tax/audit, firm news, and more! In this issue: 12th Annual Curchin Open recap, Guide to Charitable Contributions, Year End Tax Planning, Featured Employee: Richard Presser, Firm News & Photos. Read More

5 Tips for Making Tax-Deductible Charitable DonationsDecember 13, 2017

charitable giving

During the holidays, many people make donations to help those in need. It’s also the last chance in the calendar year to qualify for tax deductions on charitable gifts, adding a sense of urgency to the philanthropy. While any and all charitable giving helps humanity move forward, there are a few best practices to ensure …

New 2017 NJ Tax Exemption for VeteransDecember 11, 2017

NJ TaxExemptionVeterans

Tax season is almost here and if you are a veteran, you should be aware of a new NJ Income Tax exemption for the 2017 tax year. Military veterans are eligible for a $3,000 exemption on their NJ Income Tax return if by the last day of the tax year: You were honorably discharged; or …

Year-End Tax Planning for Individuals and Small BusinessesDecember 8, 2017

  Don’t look now, but the 2018 tax season is just around the corner. Year-end tax planning can reduce both your tax burden and stress once the filing season arrives. Year-End Tax Planning for Individuals Give to Charity Charitable donations come from the goodness of your heart, not for the tax benefits. With that said, …

How to Build Value in Your Family BusinessAugust 16, 2017

HowtoBuildValueinYourFamilyBusiness

By: Roy Kvalo, CPA/ABV/CFF, CVA Of course a family business owner wants their company to be valuable – to their family, their clients, and the community. And while the possibility of selling the business typically forces the owners hand in pinpointing its value, it makes sense to think about this now and periodically in the …

How Key Advisors Can Work Together to Benefit the Family BusinessAugust 10, 2017

key advisors

If your family business has achieved any measure of success, you already know that it couldn’t be accomplished without the assistance of one or more trusted business advisors, such as an attorney or a CPA. To ensure continued success for the next generation and beyond, your key advisors should be called upon to work together …