What is an operating reserve? And how much is too little — or too much? Let’s take a look. What it is An operating reserve is a portion of an organization’s net assets that’s unrestricted and relatively liquid. But it shouldn’t be defined so narrowly that it only includes cash
Dalby, Wendland & Co., P.C., is pleased to congratulate Home Loan Investment Company and Talbott Farms as this year's 2016 “Spirit of Western Colorado®” recognition recipients. Each received a beautiful bronze eagle statue during the luncheon ceremony on November 4th. Since 2004, DWC has proudly and publicly recognized individuals and
There’s a lot to think about when you change jobs, and it’s easy for a 401(k) or other employer-sponsored retirement plan to get lost in the shuffle. But to keep building tax-deferred savings, it’s important to make an informed decision about your old plan. First and foremost, don’t take a
In addition to income tax, you must pay Social Security and Medicare taxes on earned income, such as salary and self-employment income. The 12.4% Social Security tax applies only up to the Social Security wage base of $118,500 for 2016. All earned income is subject to the 2.9% Medicare tax.
How much do you really know about accounting for property, plant and equipment? U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) permits some leeway when deciding whether to capitalize or expense a fixed asset purchase, as well as in choosing depreciation methods and useful lives. Such leeway is part of the reason
Is a family-owned business your primary source of wealth? If so, it’s critical to plan carefully for the transition of ownership from one generation to the next. The best approach depends on your particular circumstances. If your net worth is well within the estate tax exemption, you might focus on
Nearly every business owner wants to grow his or her company. But with growth comes risk, and that can keep you from taking the steps necessary to move forward. Yet if you don’t think big and come up with a long-term strategic plan, you’ll likely continue to spin your wheels.
Supporting the future of accounting professionals has been a core tenet for Dalby, Wendland & Co., P.C. The many exceptional higher educational institutions in western Colorado gives us the opportunity to make a difference in our communities and our profession. Annually, we visit college campuses to meet students, hear about
If you’re getting married, estate planning likely is the last thing you want to think about. But if you and your future spouse plan to sign a prenuptial agreement (commonly referred to as simply a “prenup”), it’s a good idea to design the agreement with your estate plan in mind.
Until recently, estate planning strategies typically focused on minimizing federal gift and estate taxes, such as by giving away assets during life to reduce the taxable estate. Today, however, the focus has moved toward income taxes, making the coordination of income tax planning and estate planning more important. Why the
