Basics of the Management’s Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) Required Supplementary Information for Government Entities
All government entities – small or large, state or local, new or established – are required to prepare a Management’s Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) which
Timely Deposits of Participant 401(k) Plan Contributions More Important Than Ever
When employees contribute a percentage of their wages to their employer’s sponsored retirement plan, they often assume the money is transferred into their account on
Contractors: Are You Ready to Implement the New Lease Standard?
In early 2016, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), the body that sets accounting principles for U.S. entities, released a new accounting standard on how
Some Tax-Advantaged Personal Property Exchanges No Longer Available After Tax Reform
Although the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) was written into law more than a year ago, it continues to play a strong role in
Accounting for Financial Instruments: New Requirements
The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) has made a significant change to accounting standards related to accounting for financial instruments. Accounting Standards Update 2016-01 (ASU
Required Minimum Distributions: Savings through Charitable Contributions
Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) If you are a taxpayer over the age of 70½ years old, you are required to take distributions from your qualified
Best Practices for Month-End Close
While the beginning of the month can signify a fresh start for some, small businesses and their accounting departments sometimes associate the first few days
Gilbert Herrera Joins LaPorte in Houston Office
Gilbert A. Herrera has joined LaPorte CPAs & Business Advisors as a director, announced William “Ted” Mason, firm CEO and president. He joins the firm’s
LaPorte Director Named One of CityBusiness’ 2018 ‘Women of the Year’
Cheryl Haspel, a director in LaPorte’s Audit and Assurance department, has been selected as one of New Orleans CityBusiness’ ‘Women of the Year.’ Haspel
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