PSTAP is pleased to once again partner with the PA Department of Revenue to provide this worthwhile course to practitioners across the state. The best update for practitioners on PA tax law including corporate tax, sales and use tax, inheritance tax, tax credits and personal income tax. Continue Reading
For your small business to be among the 34% that thrive in the long term, you need a team of experts and an accountant or CPA should be at the top of the list. Continue Reading
There were quite a few updates with tax and finance related bills: HB 2536 (Sappey) - Amends the Pennsylvania Constitution to make it possible for other counties beyond Philadelphia and Allegheny Counties to create Longtime Owner-Occupant Programs (LOOPs). The Longtime Owner-Occupant Program... Continue Reading
Now is the time for Pennsylvania CPAs and accountants to take steps to prepare yourselves and your clients to guarantee the “busy season” runs smoothly and you’re able to service as many clients as possible. Continue Reading
The House Finance Committee held a voting meeting today, 10/1 at 9:30 am, where they considered four bills: 1. HB 1994 – sponsored by Rep. Tim Briggs (D), passed the House Finance Committee by a vote of 25-0. This bill reforms the Board of Finance and Revenue so they can consider late... Continue Reading
Pennsylvania is a welcoming environment for small businesses. CPAs and accountants in the state have so much to offer small businesses to help them survive and grow. Sometimes entrepreneurs try to cut corners and don’t realize how they may actually be costing themselves money or setting... Continue Reading
Now is the time for Pennsylvania accountants and CPAs to reach out to their clients about the steps they can take to reduce their taxes for the year. Strategies differ between individuals and businesses, but both have opportunities to save. By reaching out to them ahead of time to develop an... Continue Reading
There are both advantages and disadvantages when Pennsylvania accounting and CPA firms merge. At PSTAP, our broad member base offers many opportunities to meet other outstanding professionals with whom a merger would be beneficial. Before taking the step, you should ask yourself a number of key... Continue Reading
Referral partners. Strategic partnerships. Power partners. These are a few of the terms used to define the same idea – developing supportive relationships with other professionals that are mutually beneficial to the growth of your businesses. Creating a strategic alliance with another... Continue Reading
Governor Shapiro signed the budget on July 11, 2024. The total General Fund spend of the budget is $47.6 billion for Fiscal Year 2024-25, representing a six percent increase in state spending over last year. Continue Reading
For accountants to retain their best clients and attract new ones, they need to demonstrate that they value their clients and are focused on their best interests. Continue Reading
