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...
Biden’s Student Loan Forgiveness
August 29, 2022 On August 24, 2022, President Biden announced a plan that will work to address student loan debt in the United States. His announcement addresses three main areas, including forgiveness of up to $20,000 of federal student loan debt, an extension of...
Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022
Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022 What it Means for Individual Taxpayers August 18, 2022 On Tuesday, August 16, 2022, President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022 into law. This bill, which is designed to reduce the deficit and lower inflation...
The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 and Single Audit Requirements
By Zachary Fowler, Senior Accountant The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) was a $1.9 trillion stimulus package signed into law on March 11, 2021. The bill provides additional relief to address the continued impact of COVID-19 on the economy, public health,...
IRS New Pilot Inspection Program for Retirement Plans
By Niki Stehlik,ManagerIn June 2022, the IRS began sending notices to retirement plan sponsors for examination of their employee retirement plans. This new inspection program requires plan sponsors to self-review their plans for non-compliance. If non-compliance is...