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CFO Services In All Shapes And Sizes

In today’s business environment, organizations frequently encounter crucial junctures that necessitate the guidance of seasoned financial leaders. Bring in an Interim or Fractional CFO to ensure financial stability and ongoing success, whether your company is preparing for a major transaction, experiencing accelerated growth, or navigating a crisis.

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What Is a Pro-Forma in Real Estate Investing?

In the world of real estate investing, making informed decisions is paramount. One of the essential tools that investors use to evaluate the profitability and feasibility of potential investments is a pro-forma. Understanding what a pro-forma is, how to calculate it, when to use one, and why it is crucial can significantly enhance your investment strategy and decision-making process.

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Use Startup Consulting From Fractional CFOs to Scale Smarter

Many early-stage businesses don’t have a full-time CFO, which leaves founders straddling finances alongside everything else. A fractional startup CFO can help you build value, keep your vision on course and add consistency and power to your financial operations.

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Energy Efficiency = Tax Deductions

Two Choices

The 179D deduction aims to motivate commercial building owners to pursue efficiency upgrades that reduce energy usage. The amount deducted is based on square footage and how much efficiency is improved over baseline standards. The 179D deduction will be discussed in the next blog post.


The 45L credit provides a dollar-for-dollar tax credit up to $5,000 for making new or existing homes more efficient. The exact credit amount depends on the energy standards each home meets.

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Energy Efficiency = Tax Deductions Part 2

Two Choices

The 179D deduction aims to motivate commercial building owners to pursue efficiency upgrades that reduce energy usage. The amount deducted is based on square footage and how much efficiency is improved over baseline standards. 

The 45L credit provides a dollar-for-dollar tax credit up to $5,000 for making new or existing homes more efficient. The exact credit amount depends on the energy standards each home meets.

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Building An Ideal Accounting Department

Imagine having an accounting department with enough staff to maintain the day-to-day accounting function while also completing the additional year-end demands capably and on-schedule. You would have specialized accountants to provide forecasting and strategic insight. Department processes and systems would be up-to-date and would support your team in performing accounting and reporting tasks efficiently and accurately

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First Day Job Advice

At the beginning of Goldman Sachs 10 week internship program, CEO David Solomon gave the following advice:

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What Triggers an IRS Audit?

The rate of IRS audits remains historically low. In 2019, the General Accounting Office audited 0.25% of all individual tax returns, compared to 0.900% in 2020. The frequency of letters for mismatching or return discrepancies is significantly higher. How does the IRS determine who will receive a letter or an audit?

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