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About KBF Advisory

KBF is a professional services firm that offers a comprehensive range of tax, assurance and advisory services. KBF is a recognized leader in Accounting for Income Tax (ASC 740) and GAAP advisory services. KBF serves hundreds of public, private equity-owned and venture-backed companies, as well as select dynamic privately-held businesses.

From the very beginning we have focused on building technically and geographically diverse client service teams. That allows us to bring the full breadth of KBF’s expertise to every engagement. We are most proud of the clients we serve—from startup ventures to Fortune 500 multinational businesses—our greatest satisfaction comes from helping them succeed. At KBF personal connection and commitment to building lasting relationships with our clients continues to form the foundation of our firm.

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We serve clients throughout the world from our locations in the U.S. KBF has state-of-the-art office locations in Seattle, Portland, Irvine, Las Vegas, and San Diego, which are represented by blue pins on the map above, while white pins indicate the locations of our remote professionals throughout the U.S.

We have fully adopted an infrastructure which allows for dispersed client service teams.

KBF News

Protected: 2025 Accounting Pronouncements – ASU 2025-06

By KBF Editorial | Nov 5, 2025

For 2025 Financial Statements In September 2025, the FASB issued ASU 2025-06, Intangibles–Goodwill and Other–Internal-Use Software (Subtopic 350-40): Targeted Improvements ...

Medtronic, Eighth Circuit Ruling, Best Methods and the Theory of the Firm

By Jonathan Voll | Oct 7, 2025

Scott Montopoli leads KBF’s International Tax Services with a focus on cross-border tax planning and compliance. Jonathan Voll leads KBF’s ...

KBF State Income Tax Newsletter – 2nd Quarter 2025

By KBF Editorial | Aug 27, 2025

KBF’s quarterly newsletter updates clients on state and local income/franchise tax news, developments, and trends. Please note that this information ...

High Court Win for PepsiCo – Implications for Multinationals

By Scott Montopoli | Aug 19, 2025

The High Court of Australia has handed PepsiCo Inc. a significant victory in a closely watched cross-border tax case. In ...

U.S. Overhauls International Tax System in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act

By Scott Montopoli | Aug 5, 2025

On July 4, 2025, President Donald Trump signed into law the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), marking the most ...

Major Changes Coming to Texas Research and Development Tax Benefits

By KBF Editorial | Jul 25, 2025

Texas has enacted significant changes to how businesses benefit from research and development (R&D) tax incentives. Starting January 1, 2026, ...

Washington State Enacts Comprehensive Tax Reforms for 2025-2027

By KBF Editorial | Jul 11, 2025

On May 20, 2025, Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson signed multiple tax bills into law as part of the biennial budget ...

KBF Sales and Use Tax Newsletter – 1st Quarter 2025

By KBF Editorial | May 29, 2025

Here are recent court rulings, legislation, and administrative changes that have significantly impacted sales tax landscapes across the country. In ...

KBF State Income Tax Newsletter – 1st Quarter 2025

By KBF Editorial | May 12, 2025

KBF’s quarterly newsletter updates clients on state and local income/franchise tax news, developments, and trends. Please note that this information ...

Michigan Enacts Refundable R&D Tax Credit

By KBF Editorial | Apr 28, 2025

On January 13, 2025, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed bipartisan legislation re-establishing a refundable Research and Development (R&D) Tax Credit as ...

Navigating State Tax Nexus in the Digital Age

By KBF Editorial | Mar 24, 2025

In today's interconnected world, understanding state tax nexus is crucial for businesses of all sizes. The concept of nexus, the ...

R&D Tax Credit Reporting: New Rules, New Requirements

By KBF Editorial | Mar 24, 2025

The federal research and development (R&D) tax credit, while a valuable incentive, has long been known for its complexity. The ...

KBF State Income Tax Newsletter – 4th Quarter 2024

By KBF Editorial | Feb 11, 2025

KBF’s quarterly newsletter updates clients on state and local income/franchise tax news, developments, and trends. Please note that this information ...

KBF Sales and Use Tax Newsletter – 4th Quarter 2024

By KBF Editorial | Feb 5, 2025

Here are recent court rulings, legislation, and administrative changes that have significantly impacted sales tax landscapes across the country. California ...

California Wildfire Relief: Tax Filing and Payment Deadlines Extended

By KBF Editorial | Jan 31, 2025

In response to the devastation caused by recent wildfires, various tax agencies have implemented filing and payment extensions to support ...

Louisiana Overhauls Tax Code with Sweeping Changes

By KBF Editorial | Jan 23, 2025

Louisiana recently enacted a comprehensive tax reform package, significantly altering the state's tax landscape. Signed into law by Governor Jeff ...

Louisiana Expands Sales Tax to Digital Goods

By KBF Editorial | Dec 20, 2024

Effective January 1, 2025, Louisiana sales and use tax now applies to digital products. The definition of “digital products” includes: ...

No Sales Tax on Manufacturing Test Equipment in Virginia

By KBF Editorial | Nov 19, 2024

The Virginia Department of Taxation has clarified that testing equipment used during the manufacturing process is exempt from sales tax. ...

Tennessee Adopts Streamlined Sales Tax Sourcing Rules

By KBF Editorial | Nov 19, 2024

Effective July 1, 2024, the Tennessee Legislature adopted the Streamlined Sales Tax sourcing rules for a retail sale of a ...

North Carolina Repeals Sales Tax Transaction Threshold

By KBF Editorial | Nov 19, 2024

Effective July 1, 2024, the North Carolina Department of Revenue removed the number of transactions as a factor in determining ...

Electric Vehicle Charging Considered Taxable Service in Jersey

By KBF Editorial | Nov 19, 2024

The New Jersey Division of Taxation issued guidance regarding the taxability of charging an electric vehicle. Charging an electric vehicle ...

Massachusetts Announces Tax Amnesty Program

By KBF Editorial | Nov 19, 2024

Massachusetts will hold a tax amnesty program from November 1, 2024, to December 30, 2024, during which time it will ...

Illinois Updates Destination Sourcing Rules

By KBF Editorial | Nov 19, 2024

Effective January 1, 2025, retailers who have a place of business in Illinois and sell personal property from a location ...

Vendor Discount Capped in Illinois

By KBF Editorial | Nov 19, 2024

Effective January 1, 2025, the sales tax vendor discount will be capped at $1,000 per month. The discount is provided ...

Lease Transactions Now Subject to Tax in Illinois

By KBF Editorial | Nov 19, 2024

Effective January 1, 2025, Illinois will begin taxing lease transactions. Prior to January 1, 2025, personal property was subject to ...

Alaska Repeals Sales Tax Transaction Threshold

By KBF Editorial | Nov 19, 2024

Effective January 1, 2025, the Alaska Remote Seller Sales Tax Commission will no longer use the number of transactions as ...

KBF State Income Tax Newsletter – 3rd Quarter 2024

By KBF Editorial | Nov 14, 2024

KBF’s quarterly newsletter updates clients on state and local income/franchise tax news, developments, and trends. Please note that this information ...

KBF Sales and Use Tax Newsletter – 3rd Quarter 2024

By KBF Editorial | Nov 11, 2024

Here are recent court rulings, legislation, and administrative changes that have significantly impacted sales tax landscapes across the country. Remote ...

Tax Benefits of Home Renovations

By KBF Editorial | Nov 7, 2024

While home renovations aren't typically fully tax-deductible, several strategies can help you minimize your tax burden. Here are some options: ...

Exemption on Cloud Software Repealed in Vermont

By KBF Editorial | Sep 20, 2024

Effective July 1, 2024, the state’s sales and use tax exemption for remotely accessed prewritten computer software is repealed. As ...

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