Insights
Insight and analysis from the Pease Bell team — on tax, audit, accounting, and the industries we serve.
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Ohio Commercial Activity Tax Changes
Ohio’s commercial activity tax changed in 2024 with a higher exclusion, eliminated annual filings, and quarterly-only reporting.
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AI Security Risks: How Bad Actors Weaponize AI
AI security risks include deepfakes, phishing, and disinformation. Learn how bad actors exploit AI and how to defend your organization.
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Stock Purchase vs Asset Purchase: Tax and Legal Differences
A stock purchase vs asset purchase differs in tax treatment, liability exposure, and deal complexity. Learn which structure benefits buyers and sellers.
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Form 5500 Schedule H: How the New Participant Count Rule
The 2023 Form 5500 Schedule H rule change lets defined contribution plans count only participants with account balances, reducing audit requirements for smaller plans.
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Corporate Transparency Act: BOI Filing Rules Explained
The Corporate Transparency Act once required most small businesses to file a beneficial ownership information (BOI) report with FinCEN. Learn who must file now,…
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Tax Loss Deduction: Four Hurdles You Must Clear
A tax loss deduction requires passing four IRS tests. Learn how basis, at-risk, passive activity, and excess business loss rules apply to you.
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Client Accounting Services: What CAS Means for Your Business
Client accounting services (CAS) provide real-time financial management and outsourced bookkeeping at a fraction of in-house costs.
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Lifetime Gift Tax Exemption
The lifetime gift tax exemption rose to $15 million per individual in 2026 and is now permanent. Learn how to use it strategically to…
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Holiday Scams: How to Protect Yourself From Fraud
Holiday scams cost consumers billions yearly. Learn to spot shopping fraud, phishing, gift card scams, and charity fraud this season.