Retirement Savings Provisions You Should Know: The Secure 2.0 Act
Written byNiki L. Stehlik, CPADirector, Assurance January 23, 2023 -- President Biden signed the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement 2.0 Act (SECURE 2.0) on December 29, 2022, to increase retirement readiness for Americans. Over the year, there was...
Lancaster County Home and Business Owners – Take Note!
Written by, James D. Schulz, CPA, CVA, MTPartner | HBE LLP January 19, 2023 -- This week, Lancaster County released updated preliminary 2023 property valuations. Many property owners are seeing an increase in their property tax valuations of 10-30%, according to newly...
Nebraska Minimum Wage Increases to $10.50
Written byGrant NuttelmannManager | HBE LLP As a result of Nebraska Initiative 433, Minimum Wage Increase Initiative passed during the November 2022 elections, the Nebraska minimum wage has increased to $10.50 per hour effective January 1, 2023. Nebraska employers...
2022 Year-End Tax Planning Guides Now Available
December 8, 2022 -- As individuals and businesses prepare for the new year, it's essential to consider tax planning moves that you can take action on now to begin a strong and strategic 2023. The guides below overview legislative and regulatory changes, COVID impacts...
Manufacturing Industry Outlook for 2023 and Beyond
Written byJimmy Schulz, CPA, CVAPartner | HBE LLPThe Manufacturing Industry looks to face adversity in 2023 with rising interest rates, sharp competition for talent, and greater appeal for specific products. Despite these obstacles, manufacturers can take steps to...
The Impact of Rising Inflation and Interest Rates on the Value of Your Business
By Ryan Van Ostrand,Valuation AnalystIt comes as no surprise that increased costs as a result of rampant inflation can impact a company’s value. However, the Federal Reserve’s attempts to keep rising costs under control has a compounding negative impact on your...
HBE LLP Recognized for Equity Leadership for Eighth Year in a Row
HBE LLP is pleased to announce that for the eighth consecutive year, we have been named to the Accounting MOVE Project’s 2022 Best Firms for Equity Leadership and 2022 Best Firms for Women. With women leading 42% of the firm, HBE is one of the 15 firms awarded with...
Reminder of Nebraska State and Local Business Grant Programs
Reminder of Nebraska State and Local Business Grant Programs October 26, 2022 In an effort to keep our clients and local business communities apprised of the ongoing COVID-19 economic recovery programs, we would like to provide a reminder on the following Nebraska...
Optimize Benefits: Act Now on the Inflation Reduction Act’s New Credits and Incentives
Understanding the opportunity of the new direct transfer system The passage of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has created a momentous opportunity for companies to advance clean energy commitments while lightening tax burdens. Signed into law on August 16, the IRA...
Cryptocurrency Gift Acceptance Policy
By Emily Arrigo,Audit ManagerThe use of cryptocurrency has been on the rise in recent years with the younger, tech-savvy generation. Some investors are now looking at donating cryptocurrency due its potential tax savings. As cryptocurrency values have historically...