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What every tech entrepreneur should know
March 31, 2021 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM PST The Technology Association of Oregon and KBF CPAs LLP invite you to join us as we discuss why venture capitalists tend to invest in software startups, patent limitations in software technology, and tax exemptions for small businesses. Our panel includes industry experts from Voyager Capital and McCoy…
Sales tax considerations: Laws and regulations that may impact business
January 28, 2021 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM PST KBF CPAs invites you to join us for this presentation to learn more about sales tax nexus and sales tax implications of computer software and technology services. This presentation is an informational presentation designed for accounting professionals and business executives.
Employee stock compensation: Back to the basics
December 29, 2020 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM PST KBF CPAs invites you to join us for this presentation to learn about how employee stock compensation really works and what strategies you should consider to maximize your after-tax earnings. This presentation is an informational presentation designed to educate employees about the taxation of stock compensation.
Global Growth Opportunities in a Changing Corporate Landscape
Tuesday, November 17, 2020 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM PST CCW/Crowe and KBF CPAs invite you to join us for this internationally-focused webinar to learn about the strategies we are seeing our clients employ as they seek to grow their revenue and expand their footprint in markets outside of the US. We will cover a…
Employee Retention Credit Extended and Expanded
President Joe Biden recently signed into law the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA), considered to be one of the largest economic rescue packages in US history. Under the ARPA, the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) for small businesses is extended until December 2021. With this, the IRS issued detailed guidance for employers claiming the employee…
KBF Manager and Senior Manager Additions
Please join us in welcoming to KBF. John Baglien – Audit Manager John joins KBF as a Manager in the Audit practice. John has a background in both public accounting and industry. He started his career at KPMG in Portland, where he served publicly traded technology and manufacturing companies for six years, as…
2021 KBF Director Promotions
We are pleased to announce the promotions of Julie Laake, Ian Pierson, and Jon Skinner. Julie Laake With over 15 years of experience in public accounting, Julie specializes in ASC 740 Accounting for Income Taxes. Julie’s clients include publicly traded companies, private equity and venture-backed businesses, and start-ups in a wide range of industries….
Multnomah County Preschool Tax Q&A
Personal Income Tax Questions & Answers What are the income thresholds for taxation? Single filers – all Oregon taxable income over $125,000 is taxed at a 1.5% rate. All income above $250,000 is taxed at a 3% rate. In 2026, the rate increases by 0.8%. Joint filers – all Oregon taxable income over $200,000…
2021 KBF Partner Promotion
KBF CPAs LLP is pleased to announce the admission of Darin Pretti as a partner of our firm. With more than 13 years of public accounting experience, Darin has spent his career providing tax and accounting services to both public and private clients across a diverse range of industries. In his role at KBF, Darin…
COVID-Related Tax Relief Act of 2020 Implications When Reevaluating Year-End Valuation Allowance for Deferred Tax Assets
As the calendar year comes to an end, companies are scrambling to finish their year-end tax planning. Assessing valuation allowances for deferred tax assets (DTAs) is complicated and requires a lengthy process to ensure accuracy. This year, valuation allowances have been difficult to evaluate. The global pandemic, the CARES Act, and now the COVID-Related Tax…
President-elect Biden’s Tax Plan – Tax Implications of a Changing Administration
Although appeals continue in the courts, former Vice President Joe Biden is well into his transition plan to assume the Presidency. Additionally, as of December 1, Democrats have secured a majority in the House of Representatives. Control of the Senate will be finalized after the Georgia runoff election, but the Republicans currently hold a 50-48…
