Industry News & Firm Updates

Updated Guide to Robust Depreciation Write-offs for Your Business
Tax-saving benefits are generally available when your business puts newly acquired qualifying assets into service. Under Section 179 of the tax code, companies can take substantial depreciation deductions, subject to various limits adjusted annually for inflation....

Who Can Take the Home Office Deduction?
Working from home isn’t new, especially for self-employed people. But during the height of the pandemic, millions of jobs were moved from employers’ premises to employees’ private homes. Many continue working from home and wonder if they qualify for the home office...

Don’t Move … Until You’ve Considered the Tax Implications
With so many people working remotely, it’s become more common to think about moving to another state, perhaps for better weather, to be closer to family or to reduce living expenses. Retirees also look at out-of-state moves for many of the same reasons. If you’re...
Tips for Pain-Free Tax Filing
It’s time again to start thinking about getting your tax return prepared. Here are some quick tips you can use to help speed tax processing and avoid hassles. Gather all documents needed to prepare an accurate return, including W-2s, 1099 forms, statements of interest...
The 65-Day Rule for Trust Distributions
The 65-day rule under Internal Revenue Code 663(b) allows trustees of a trust to treat distributions that are made within the first 65 days of the trust's tax year as if they were paid or credited on the last day of the preceding tax year. For 2025, the 65th day...
Unlocking the Potential Benefits of ESOPs
Wouldn’t it be great if your employees worked as if they owned part of the company? An employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) could make that a reality. Under an ESOP, employee participants gain partial ownership of the business through a retirement savings arrangement....
Prepare for Resilience with a Business Continuity Plan
Companies without a disaster recovery or business continuity plan need only consider the aftermath of recent hurricanes. News reports estimated property damages from Hurricane Helene alone last year to be more than $59.6 billion, plus disruption of untold businesses...
abip Celebrates 20 Years of Excellence in Accounting and Financial Services
abip, a leader in accounting and advisory services, is proud to announce its 20th anniversary. Founded in 2005, the firm has become a trusted partner to businesses and high-net-worth individuals seeking professional guidance. Scott Irvine, Managing Partner, reflects:...