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In this episode, the Huddle Guys discuss the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) which became effective August 16, 2022. At a very high level, the law aims at curbing inflation and promoting clean energy solutions. Listen as the Huddle Guys share why this law is viewed by many as being controversial. Will it accomplish what is intended? Will there be any immediate benefits or is IRA more of a climate bi...

In this episode, the Huddle Guys talk with Blake Oliver, CPA , creator of Earmark CPE which creates opportunities to earn CPE credits by listening to podcasts. Blake is a graduate of Northwestern University with a degree in music. After college, Blake became a bookkeeper, which sparked his interest in accounting. When he decided to pivot and become a CPA, Blake learned first-hand the difficulties...

In this episode, the Huddle Guys continue their Women in Accounting series by featuring Nikki Winston , Accounting Coach, Writer, Podcaster, and Blogger. Nikki is an alum of The Ohio State University, and during recent visit to the campus she reflected on the Accounting 101 professor (and the actual lecture hall) that piqued her interest in the profession. In addition to liking the subject matter,...

Taxes don’t take a summer break.  This is a great time of the year to do some tax planning. In this episode, the Huddle Guys review tax savings strategies that you can consider midway through the year. Listen as they discuss Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), insurance products, and S Corp business structure considerations. The Huddle Guys also remind us not to rely on social media for tax advic...

In this episode, the Huddle Guys continue their Women in Accounting series by featuring Kelly Phillips Erb, a writer for Bloomberg Tax & Accounting. Kelly received her BA in History from Meredith College and her JD/LLM in Taxation from Temple University. Previously, Kelly was a Senior Contributor & Tax Writer for Bloomberg. She is also a tax attorney, business owner, and podcaster, under t...

In this episode, the Huddle Guys launch their Women in Accounting series. Beginning in the 1990’s, the big accounting firms were laser focused on their diversity & inclusion efforts. Today, approximately 61% of accountants are women and 24% of partners in accounting firms are women. So, while the accounting industry has made great strides in its gender composition at certain levels, it cannot...

In this episode, the Huddle Guys shed some light on current IRS wait times. Have you experienced a 5 ½ hour hold time to speak with an IRS representative? Did you know some tax preparers have an account that provides them with quicker access to an IRS agent when they call? Are you waiting months or years for a refund?  Are you awaiting a response to an amended return? Are you aware that it ha...

In this episode, the Huddle Guys talk about the Employee Retention Credit (ERC). The CARES Act provides a refundable tax credit against the employer portion of the Social Security tax equal to a percentage of wages paid, if eligibility requirements are met. ERC has become a hot topic that may draw scrutiny from the IRS for business owners. Beware of scams popping up related to ERC, in the form of...

The Huddle Guys are back, and they are taking their show on the road! They are rested and re-energized after this year’s tough, unprecedented tax season.  This episode is the recording from a recent AWEB presentation that Eric and Ignatius gave to a live audience. They cover a myriad of relevant topics including life insurance, real estate professional status, short term rental exceptions, health...

As CPA Huddle recently reached its first year anniversary, We take it back to the Genesis. We appreciate everyone who has been on this journey since day 1 and those who are just joining! In this inaugural episode you will meet, Eric Pierre and Ignatius Jackson.  Both are experienced, highly respected CPAs with a knack for unpacking a myriad of complex money topics that impact your financial b...

Listen as The Huddle Guys share updates on the reporting requirements for 1099-K forms. The information shared in this episode is not just for business owners. If you use apps (payment processors) to exchange money, you need to tune in. In short, if you use apps to transfer money above a certain threshold, you may receive a 1099- K form even if the transactions are for personal reasons.  This...

Time flies when you are having fun and doing taxes! This is a very special episode of CPA Huddle as we celebrate the 1-year anniversary of this podcast!  (Queue the champagne bottle-popping.) Thanks to all who have tuned in as our hosts, Ignatius Jackson and Eric Pierre, provided sage wisdom and spot-on advice during these unprecedented (some might even say ‘wacky’) tax and financial times. T...

CPA Huddle is the fun, fast-paced podcast that simplifies accounting and tax trends for everyone.  This podcast is a time efficient resource hub that will increase your money management IQ. The landscape for the current tax season is one that can be frustrating and cause many tax filers to become impatient.  Listen as the Huddle Guys explain why tax return filings this year may be delaye...

CPA Huddle is the fun, fast-paced podcast that simplifies accounting and tax trends for everyone.  This podcast is a time efficient resource hub that will increase your money management IQ. Is 2022 the year for you to make real estate moves?  In this episode, the Huddle Guys provide sound advice related to multifamily and single-family real estate.  They remind us that real estate i...

Crypto currency remains a hot topic.  For loyal listeners of CPA Huddle, this will be the 4th episode on the topic.  Check out episodes 6, 32, and 37, if you need a refresher.  Listen as the Huddle Guys share their learnings and observations from a recent Crypto Tax Summit that they attended together in Phoenix.  Their key takeaway is that there is still a lot to learn!  T...

Believe it or not....tax filing is upon us!  The window to e-file your return opens soon.  Spoiler alert: filing your tax return this year will cost you more money!  The Huddle Guys are joined by Jason Staats, CPA, MBA, a Principal at Benner & Company LLP, a firm which was established in 1946 in Willamette Valley, Oregon.   The Huddle Guys and Jason review the 9 Reasons Why...

Happy New Year from the Huddle Guys !  Eric and Ignatius are excited for 2022, and they are having lots of fun in their first episode of the year!  Eric starts by offering his critique of Ignatius’ fashion choices for this recording session, he gives a few hints as to some of his possible new year’s resolutions, and he discusses some tax-related current events (no updates in the capital...

Happy holidays to all CPA Huddle listeners!  What a year we just had!  While you may be in full holiday season celebration mode, the Huddle Guys are here to remind you of some important tax planning tips to help you close out 2021 strong and start preparing for 2022.  While many may be hoping for a ‘normal’ tax year, there is so much in flux with Congress…don’t’ hold your breath. Li...

Listen as the Huddle Guys provide updates on two bills that can have tax implications to many Americans. First, is the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act , commonly referred to as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill, which was signed into law by President Joe Biden on November 15, 2021. Second is the Build Back Better Bill which has not yet been passed into law. The Huddle Guys break down...

Bitcoin is here to stay!  Crypto currency is not a passing fad but there is still a lot of unchartered territory on this topic.  While many people are investing in this space, many more are still hesitant to enter this market.  Billionaires and millionaires have been made by cryptocurrency.  Could you be next? CPA Huddle #6 and #32 are great pre-listens for this episode as the...

For many of us, we have a special relationship with the car that we drive.  Whether you have an SUV, hybrid, convertible, or station wagon (yes, the still make station wagons!), did you know your ride can equate to tax savings?!? In this episode, the Huddle Guys were together in Arizona and they discuss how business owners can qualify for tax deductions related to their cars.  They break...

For this episode, the Huddle Guys are joined by Seth Fineberg, US Managing Editor for AccountingWEB, the largest independent online community for accounting professionals. Seth has been a business journalist for three decades, with a specific accounting focus for about 20 years.  He is passionate about all of the news and updates that take place in the industry and he enjoys being a conduit f...

After some World Series and NBA banter, the Huddle Guys take on serious topics.   As the old saying goes, there are two things in life that are inevitable, death and taxes.  This episode deals with both.  Everyone needs to plan for what happens to their heirs upon their death.  There are two types of planning, estate planning and tax planning.  The issues to be considered...

Loyal listeners to the podcast know that the Huddle Guys are all about wealth building and saving money.  This episode is no exception.  The Huddle Guys recorded together in Phoenix, AZ, as they recently attended the Directed IRA Summit.   Listen as they share their insights, wisdom, and advice on how to take control of your retirement savings by building wealth.  Unfortunately...

In this episode, the Huddle Guys kick us off with sports shout outs that span the MLB, NBA, and NFL.  They then welcome Rob Santos.  Rob is currently the CEO of Arrowroot Family Office and Arrowroot Partners, after spending many years with Wall Street investment firms.  Rob is an expert in a variety of investment tools, including Self-Directed Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs)....