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Two Accounting Firms Join Forces Under Pinion

August 8, 2023January 3, 2023 by Pinion Editorial

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January 3, 2023 –KCoe Isom, doing business as Pinion*, and Anderson ZurMuehlen, two leading U.S. accounting and business advisory firms, announced they have combined businesses, effective January 1, 2023. Pinion will provide expanded advisory services, resources, and outstanding career opportunities, building the foundation required for long-term growth and a stronger …

How to Define a Sustainability Plan for Your Biofuel Business

August 8, 2023October 11, 2022 by Pinion Editorial

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With companies biofuel business like BP, Exxon and Ford racing towards net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, producers are feeling the urgency of adopting their own sustainability goals and programs. Prioritizing a sustainability plan can also be profitable for producers – helping manage risk, capitalize on tax and regulation-based credits, and …

Pinion and Anderson ZurMuehlen Announce Intent to Join

August 8, 2023September 1, 2022 by Pinion Editorial

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NEWS RELEASE – Pinion, formerly KCoe Isom, and Anderson ZurMuehlen, two leading U.S. accounting and business advisory firms announce their intent to combine, effective January 1, 2023. The two companies will expand their footprint under the Pinion name and provide enhanced business advisory and accounting services for clients. With roots …

Advisors Urge Tax Planning for New Business Income Concerns

August 8, 2023September 24, 2021 by Pinion Editorial

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While some of the highly debated tax legislation changes have been omitted from the proposed tax language, there are still a few potential pitfalls and opportunities that need attention right now. KCoe Isom’s tax advisors have assessed the potential tax implications and are recommending that businesses alter year-end tax planning …

Notice of January 2021 Regulatory Capital Rule Change: Eligible Retained Income

August 10, 2023December 2, 2020 by Sandy Sporleder

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One of the many regulatory rule changes that was enacted in 2020 deals with the calculation of eligible retained income (i.e. the calculation performed to determine the maximum limit of eligible distributions). The new rule is effective for banks beginning on January 1, 2021. This final rule applies to all …

How to Tackle Remote Workforce Cybersecurity, Ongoing

Cybersecurity Best Practices: 5 Ways to Keep Remote Devices Secure

August 8, 2023October 12, 2020 by Pinion Editorial

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COVID-19 has challenged business to think about operations in a new way, and in many cases, companies have started supporting a remote staff for the first time. Even among organizations that have used a remote workforce, most had to make quick adjustments or expansions to their plans, including managing remote …

In Wake of Disaster, How to Minimize Taxes on Insurance Proceeds

How to Help California Fire Victims

August 28, 2023November 12, 2018 by Pinion Editorial

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Camp Fire, now the most destructive wildfire in the history of California, has desecrated an insurmountable number of people’s lives, families, friends, homes, and livelihoods. In addition, two more wildfires in Southern California are displacing residents and businesses. As K·Coe Isom’s Chico, California location is just outside the perimeter of …

Details Announced for the Commodities Promised Relief by USDA

August 8, 2023August 28, 2018 by K·Coe Editorial

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According to the official press release, USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) will administer the Food Purchase and Distribution Program to purchase up to $1.2 billion in commodities unfairly targeted by unjustified retaliation. USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) will distribute these commodities through nutrition assistance programs such as The Emergency …

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