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IRS Extends Tax Deadline for CA, AL, and GA Disaster Areas

By Pinion Editorial | February 27, 2023
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On February 24, the IRS announced that disaster-area taxpayers in parts of California, Alabama and Georgia will now have until October 16 to file individual and business tax returns and make tax payments. This is extended from the original deadline of May 15. The Pinion Tax team has summarized the …

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Updates on GHG Protocol Land Sector and Removal Guidance Draft

By Pinion Editorial | February 23, 2023
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The Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG Protocol) is the leading international standard setting body for GHG accounting and reporting. In September of 2022, the GHG Protocol released the Land Sector and Removals Guidance draft. While this guidance will not be finalized until late 2023, there are key details to understand now. The …

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How Producers Play a Role in 2030 Biodiversity Targets

By Pinion Editorial | February 22, 2023
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In December 2022, the 15th Conference of the Parties (COP15) to the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity was held in Montréal with a focus on protecting nature and halting biodiversity loss around the world. As a result, delegates agreed to the landmark Kunming-Montréal Global Biodiversity Framework. Targets and Goals In …

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R&D tax credit

R&D Tax Credit Changes for 2022 Tax Year

By Pinion Editorial | February 8, 2023
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As a reminder, the 2022 tax season represents a drastic change for manufacturers who typically take research and development (R&D) tax credits. Previously, in respect to Research and Development expenses, manufacturers could either: 1) deduct the expenses in the year incurred and take a reduced credit or 2) capitalize the …

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FAMLI

7 FAQs for Colorado Businesses Preparing for New FAMLI Rules

By Pinion Editorial | January 20, 2023
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Under the Colorado Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program, new insurance obligations became effective on January 1, 2023, with employee benefits beginning January 1, 2024. What do Colorado businesses need to know about the new law? Pinion advisors have addressed the most frequently asked questions to help you …

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Next Gen

Ethan Smith Recognized for Excellent Achievement

By Pinion Editorial | January 11, 2023
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January 11, 2023 – Ethan Smith of KCoe Isom, doing business as Pinion*, has been awarded the Family Firm Institute (FFI) Global Educational Network (GEN) Certificate in Family Business Advising. The distinguished certificate is presented to individuals who have achieved comprehensive professional knowledge and gained significant expertise that can be …

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