Tax Implications of the Cares Act

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Summary of Keypoints The presentation titled “Tax Implications of the CARES Act” took place on December 29, 2020, focusing on tax-related provisions of the CARES Act. Jim Niblock, Senior Manager of Tax Services, and Jennifer Eubanks of Eubanks Accounting & Advisory served as presenters, providing professional insight into the topic. The session was designed as…

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How COVID 19 Changed the Financial Operations of Non-Profit Organizations

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As COVID 19 changes the economic landscape in the United States, many non-profit organizations are experiencing dramatic changes in their operations, financial security and future plans.  At the same time, these organizations see a greater need for their services, both in the near term and throughout recovery. As events are cancelled, including fundraisers, annual meetings,…

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Tax Implications of Coronavirus Relief

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A number of tax implications evolve as a result of relief provided by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act, and the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). We’ve created a summary of information as it has evolved to date.

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Murky Waters for Government Contractors Receiving PPP Funds

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Government contractors, constantly vigilant and monitoring compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations are faced with unprecedented uncertainty and questions surrounding acceptance of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) funds and payments under Section 3610 of the CARES Act. Contractors must consider a) the ban against ‘double dipping’ of funds and b) must also consider that loan forgiveness under the PPP may be interpreted as a credit due back to the government in accordance with FAR 31.201-1 (a).

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SBA Issues New Interim Rule – Temporary Changes Impacting Self-Employed and Partnership Access to PPP Loans

Summary of Keypoints New SBA interim rule: The SBA issued temporary changes clarifying PPP loan eligibility and calculation methods for self-employed individuals, sole proprietors filing Schedule C, and partnerships. Self-employed with no employees: PPP loan amounts are based on 2019 Schedule C net profit (line 31), capped at $100,000, averaged monthly, multiplied by 2.5, with…

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CARES Act – Tax Savings and Business Opportunities

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Summary of Keypoints Employer payroll tax deferral: The CARES Act allows businesses to defer the employer portion of Social Security payroll taxes (6.2%) on wages paid from March 27–December 31, 2020, with repayment split between December 31, 2021 and December 31, 2022; the deferral is unavailable if PPP loan forgiveness is taken. Employee retention credit:…

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IRS Extends More Tax Deadlines

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Summary of Keypoints Deadline relief announcement: The IRS extended all federal tax filing and payment deadlines falling between April 1, 2020 and July 15, 2020 to July 15, 2020 for all taxpayers. Estimated tax payments included: Quarterly estimated tax payments, including those normally due on June 15, 2020, may be paid by July 15 without…

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Capital One still not accepting applications for the Paycheck Protection Program

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Summary of Keypoints Capital One status: Capital One was not accepting Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) applications while many other banks had launched online application portals. Impact on customers: Businesses banking with Capital One were forced to seek alternative lenders to submit PPP applications. Alternative lenders listed: Forbes published a list of banks and fintech companies…

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Google Tells us Who is Moving Around

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Summary of Keypoints Source of insights: Google’s COVID-19 Mobility Reports provide location-based data showing how movement patterns changed across communities during the pandemic. Behavioral trends: The data indicates that people are moving around less and staying home more, reflecting responses to stay-at-home and shelter-in-place orders, though compliance varies. Workplace reality: The report highlights that working…

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