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October 2020 - Journal of Accountancy
FRAUD
Spotting fraud during the bankruptcy process: Top red flags
CPAs will need to be vigilant to see these warning signs of fraud as post-pandemic bankruptcies begin to rise.
PERSONAL FINANCIAL PLANNING
Time to consider a Roth conversion
A qualified rollover contribution to a Roth IRA or an in-plan rollover to a designated Roth account, known as a Roth conversion, can be attractive for CPA advisers’ clients because it provides a higher net present value of cash flow from their retirement savings, benefiting themselves or their beneficiaries.
TAX
Tax consequences of data breaches and identity theft
Losses are not likely deductible by individuals through 2025, but the receipt of free identity protection services may be nontaxable.
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Ben Richmond is a chartered accountant and U.S. Country Manager at Xero, where he is responsible for driving Xero’s growth in the region.
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