The WFY Podcast

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The WFY Podcast is Wright Ford Young & Co.’s new podcast featuring our WFY tax and accounting specialists discussing relevant and important issues that could effect you and your business. We are a full-service corporate accounting firm in Irvine, CA, providing audit, tax, and business consulting services to closely-held companies, family-owned businesses, and private foundations. Our passion is to create long term value for our clients by establishing and maintaining mutually beneficial relationships with them, both personally and professionally.#wfy#thewfypodcast

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WFY Audit Talk - FRF for SMEs vs. GAAP: What Businesses Need to Know 25.02.2026 4:30

The WFY Podcast WFY Audit Talk - FRF for SMEs vs. GAAP: What Businesses Need to Know This new episode of The WFY Podcast includes Senior Audit Manager Sarah DeSisto and Audit Manager Allen Song discussing FRF for SMEs and why some small and medium-sized businesses might choose it instead of GAAP. Sarah DeSisto Senior Audit Manager Wright Ford Young & Co., Irvine, CA Allen Song Audit Manager Wright...

WFY Audit Talk - Modified Cash Basis of Accounting 13.01.2026 4:11

The WFY Podcast WFY Audit Talk: Modified Cash Basis of Accounting This new episode of The WFY Podcast includes Senior Audit Manager Sandra Burns discussing one of the alternatives to GAAP which is the cash basis of accounting. Sandra Burns Senior Audit Manager Wright Ford Young & Co., Irvine, CA Click the link to learn more about Wright Ford Young & Co.: www.cpa-wfy.com/ Facebook: @WFYCPA LinkedIn...

WFY Audit Talk - The Most Common Errors in 401k Audits 16.12.2025 8:14

The WFY Podcast WFY Audit Talk: The Most Common Errors in 401k Audits This new episode of The WFY Podcast includes Senior Audit Managers Matt Petty and Stephen Bruette discussing the most common errors in 401(k) audits you should be aware of. Matt Petty Senior Audit Manager Wright Ford Young & Co., Irvine, CA Stephen Bruette Senior Audit Manager Wright Ford Young & Co., Irvine, CA Click the link t...

WFY Audit Talk - Current Expected Credit Losses 02.12.2025 3:30

The WFY Podcast WFY Audit Talk: Current Expected Credit Losses This new episode of The WFY Podcast includes Audit Director Darin Schott discussing accounting for current expected credit losses (CECL). Darin Schott Audit Director Wright Ford Young & Co., Irvine, CA See Profile: https://www.cpa-wfy.com/about-us/practice-leaders/darin-schott/ Click the link to learn more about Wright Ford Young & Co....

Helping Children Find a Forever Home with Olive Crest's Donald Verleur 23.09.2025 11:30

The WFY Podcast Helping Children Find a Forever Home with Olive Crest's Donald Verleur This new episode of The WFY Podcast includes Managing Partner Jeff Myers and Olive Crest's CEO Donald Verleur discussing how Olive Crest was founded 50 years ago and creating homes for children and families amongst the community. Jeff Myers Managing Partner Wright Ford Young & Co., Irvine, CA See Profile: https:...

Ending Homelessness with WISEPlace's Brateil Aghasi 12.08.2025 11:09

The WFY Podcast Ending Homelessness with WISEPlace's Brateil Aghasi This new episode of The WFY Podcast includes Director of Business Development Byron Culp and WISEPlace's CEO Brateil Aghasi discussing how WISEPlace came to be what it is today and navigating the support for unaccompanied individuals in need. Byron Culp Director of Business Development Wright Ford Young & Co., Irvine, CA See Profi...

Empowering Veterans Through Legal Aid With VLI's Antoinette Naddour 20.08.2024 12:59

The WFY Podcast Empowering Veterans Through Legal Aid With VLI's Antoinette Naddour This new episode of The WFY Podcast includes Tax Partner Hani Sharestan and Veterans Legal Institute's Executive Director and Co-Founder Antoinette Naddour discussing how VLI came to be what it is today and navigating the support for veterans in need. Hani Sharestan, CPA Tax Partner Wright Ford Young & Co., Irvine,...

WFY Tax Talk - Private Retirement Planning and Trusts with Dustin Nichols 24.04.2024 18:22

The WFY Podcast WFY Tax Talk: Private Retirement Planning and Trusts with Dustin Nichols This new episode of The WFY Podcast includes Senior Planning Consultant Gregory Lambourne and guest speaker Dustin Nichols, who is an expert of integrated exemption planning, discussing the ins and outs of private retirement planning and trusts. Gregory Lambourne, Esq. Senior Planning Consultant Wright Ford Yo...

WFY Tax Talk - Prepare for the Estate and Gift Tax Sunset Now 18.03.2024 7:06

The WFY Podcast WFY Tax Talk: Prepare for the Estate and Gift Tax Sunset Now This new episode of The WFY Podcast includes Estate & Trust Tax Partner Nancy Van Lanen and Senior Planning Consultant Gregory Lambourne discussing what estate planning moves to utilize before the lifetime exemption reduces by the end of 2025. Nancy Van Lanen, CTFA, EA Estate & Trust Tax Partner Wright Ford Young & Co., I...

WFY Tax Talk - Like Kind Exchanges: What They Are And How They Can Benefit You 12.07.2023 3:10

The WFY Podcast WFY Tax Talk - Like-Kind Exchanges: What They Are and How They Can Benefit You This new episode of The WFY Podcast includes Tax Director Albert Yang discussing what are like-kind exchanges and how they can benefit you or your business. Albert Yang, CPA Tax Director Wright Ford Young & Co., Irvine, CA See Profile: https://www.cpa-wfy.com/about-us/practice-leaders/albert-yang/ Click...

WFY Audit Talk - What Plan Sponsors Need to Know About The Secure Act 2.0 Part 2 01.06.2023 4:21

The WFY Podcast WFY Audit Talk: What Plan Sponsors Need to Know About The Secure Act 2.0 Part 2 This new episode of The WFY Podcast includes Audit Partner Jennifer Haddad discussing part two of mandatory provisions to consider from The Secure Act 2.0 in this two-part episode. Jennifer Haddad, CPA Audit Partner Wright Ford Young & Co., Irvine, CA See Profile: www.cpa-wfy.com/about-us/practice…/jenn...

WFY Audit Talk - What Plan Sponsors Need to Know About The Secure Act 2.0 Part 1 03.05.2023 5:02

The WFY Podcast WFY Audit Talk: What Plan Sponsors Need to Know About The Secure Act 2.0 Part 1 This new episode of The WFY Podcast includes Audit Partner Jennifer Haddad discussing mandatory provisions to consider from The Secure Act 2.0 in this two-part episode. Jennifer Haddad, CPA Audit Partner Wright Ford Young & Co., Irvine, CA See Profile: https://www.cpa-wfy.com/about-us/practice-leaders/j...

WFY Tax Talk - The Augusta Rule: Utilize Your Vacation Property as a Tax Planning Tool 13.04.2023 4:27

The WFY Podcast WFY Tax Talk: The Augusta Rule: Utilize Your Vacation Property as a Tax Planning Tool This new episode of The WFY Podcast includes Tax Director Thomas Kim discussing how to utilize your vacation property or additional homes as a tax planning tool using the Augusta rule. Thomas Kim, CPA Tax Director Wright Ford Young & Co., Irvine, CA See Profile: https://www.cpa-wfy.com/about-us/pr...

WFY Tax Talk - Key Provisions on The Secure Act 2.0 24.02.2023 4:25

The WFY Podcast WFY Tax Talk: Key Provisions on The Secure Act 2.0 This new episode of The WFY Podcast includes Tax Manager Manny Trelles discussing key provisions to be aware of for you and your business on the Secure Act 2.0. Manny Trelles, CPA Tax Manager Wright Ford Young & Co., Irvine, CA Click the link to learn more about Wright Ford Young & Co.: www.cpa-wfy.com/ Facebook: @WFYCPA LinkedIn:...

WFY Tax Talk - R&D Cost Capitalization Rules Implemented for Tax Year 2022 23.01.2023 5:32

The WFY Podcast WFY Tax Talk: R&D Cost Capitalization Rules Implemented for Tax Year 2022 This new episode of The WFY Podcast includes Tax Partner Richard Huffman discussing the rules from Tax and Jobs Act implemented for tax year 2022 regarding the research and development cost capitalization. Richard Huffman, CPA Tax Partner Wright Ford Young & Co., Irvine, CA See Profile: www.cpa-wfy.com/about-...

WFY Tax Talk - Tax Law Sunset Changes and Planning Opportunities 23.08.2022 7:01

The WFY Podcast WFY Tax Talk: Tax Law Sunset Changes and Planning Opportunities This new episode of The WFY Podcast includes Tax Partner Richard Huffman discussing the tax legislation updates including changes to the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act that could effect you and your business. Richard Huffman, CPA Tax Partner Wright Ford Young & Co., Irvine, CA See Profile: https://www.cpa-wfy.com/about-us/...

WFY Tax Talk - Tax Legislation Updates 02.08.2022 3:40

The WFY Podcast WFY Tax Talk: Tax Legislation Updates This new episode of The WFY Podcast includes Tax Partner Richard Huffman discussing the tax legislation updates that could effect you and your business including the new Manchin-Schumer tax bill. Richard Huffman, CPA Tax Partner Wright Ford Young & Co., Irvine, CA See Profile: https://www.cpa-wfy.com/about-us/practice-leaders/richard-a-huffman/...

WFY Tax Talk - Top 2022 Estate Planning Recommendations 21.07.2022 6:07

The WFY Podcast WFY Tax Talk: Top Recommendations for Estates & Trusts This new episode of The WFY Podcast includes Senior Planning Consultant Gregory Lambourne discussing the top estate planning recommendations for 2022 you should be making in today’s financial climate. Gregory Lambourne, Esq. Senior Planning Consultant Wright Ford Young & Co., Irvine, CA See Profile: https://www.cpa-wfy.com/abou...

WFY Tax Talk - Tax Credits For The Food & Restaurant Industry 05.01.2022 4:24

The WFY Podcast WFY Tax Talk: Tax Credits For The Food & Restaurant Industry This new episode of The WFY Podcast includes Tax Partner Hani Sharestan and Tax Director Albert Yang discussing beneficial tax credits for businesses in the food & restaurant industry including tip credit, ERTC and more. Hani Sharestan, CPA, MST Tax Partner Wright Ford Young & Co., Irvine, CA See Profile: https://www.cpa-...

WFY Tax Talk - Update On Biden Tax Proposal 28.07.2021 7:03

The WFY Podcast WFY Tax Talk: Update on Biden Tax Proposal This new episode of The WFY Podcast includes Tax Partners Andy Bautista and Richard Huffman discussing an update on Biden's potential tax law changes including individual tax law changes, corporate tax law changes, and estate tax law changes. Andy Bautista, CPA Tax Partner Wright Ford Young & Co., Irvine, CA See Profile: https://www.cpa-wf...

WFY Tax Talk - Research And Development Credits For Businesses 30.06.2021 5:00

The WFY Podcast WFY Tax Talk: Research and Development Credits for Businesses This new episode of The WFY Podcast includes Tax Partner Hani Sharestan discussing the in's and out's of research and development credits and how businesses can qualify. Hani Sharestan, CPA, MST Tax Partner Wright Ford Young & Co., Irvine, CA See Profile: https://www.cpa-wfy.com/about-us/practice-leaders/hani-sharestan/...

WFY Audit Talk - How To Prepare For Your 2020 Retirement Plan Audit 09.06.2021 4:12

The WFY Podcast WFY Audit Talk: How To Prepare For Your 2020 Retirement Plan Audit This new episode of The WFY Podcast includes Audit Director Darin Schott and Audit Manager Carissa DeLuca discussing critical steps to take when preparing for your 2020 retirement plan audit. Darin Schott, CPA, MBA Audit Director Wright Ford Young & Co., Irvine, CA See Profile: https://www.cpa-wfy.com/about-us/pract...

WFY Audit Talk - Preparing For An Employee Benefit Plan Audit 11.05.2021 6:54

The WFY Podcast WFY Audit Talk: Preparing For An Employee Benefit Plan Audit This new episode of The WFY Podcast includes ERISA Plan Audits Partner Jennifer Haddad and Senior Audit Manager Sarah DeSisto discussing critical steps to prepare for an Employee Benefit Plan audit. Jennifer Haddad, CPA ERISA Plan Audits Partner Wright Ford Young & Co., Irvine, CA See Profile: https://www.cpa-wfy.com/abou...

WFY Tax Talk - Biden Tax Law Changes 22.04.2021 4:42

The WFY Podcast WFY Tax Talk: Hot Topics in Accounting This new episode of The WFY Podcast includes Tax Partners Andy Bautista and Richard Huffman discussing Biden's potential tax law changes including individual tax law changes and corporate tax law changes and when the plan might go into effect. Andy Bautista, CPA Tax Partner Wright Ford Young & Co., Irvine, CA See Profile: https://www.cpa-wfy.c...

WFY Tax Talk - Hot Topics In Accounting 08.04.2021 5:57

The WFY Podcast WFY Tax Talk: Hot Topics in Accounting Our Wright Ford Young & Co. Tax Partners Andy Bautista, CPA, and Richard Huffman, CPA, MST, discuss hot topics in accounting right now including tax return due date changes, employee retention credit, and California PPP conformity status. Andy Bautista, CPA Tax Partner Wright Ford Young & Co., Irvine, CA See Profile: https://www.cpa-wfy.com/ab...