USDA Announces Pandemic Assistance Revenue Program for Farmers
Written byCody D. McCain, CPATax Manager | HBE LLPFebruary 20, 2023 -- The USDA released a new program called the Pandemic Assistance Revenue Program (PARP) to provide additional assistance to farmers that incurred losses from the pandemic. All farmers are potentially...
Tax Deadline for Individual Returns
February 10, 2023 - The April 2023 tax-filing deadline is coming up quickly, and we are working hard to ensure our clients' tax returns are completed on time. For those of you who have already provided your tax information to our office, we appreciate your prompt...
Retirement Savings Provisions You Should Know: The Secure 2.0 Act
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 much deliberation over what would be in the final...
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
It 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 business’ value. The immediate problem...
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...