This month, Wright Ford Young & Co. welcomed two new hires to WFY: Annie Luu and Cayla Loren. Annie Luu joined our estate & trust department, and Cayla Loren joined our administrative department. We are pleased to welcome these new hires to our team. Annie Luu In mid-July, Annie Luu was welcomed to our estate & trust department as the newest Estate & Trust Tax Staff. She graduated from CSU Fullerton with her Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. Annie’s experience in the accounting industry includes her two years of experience prior to joining WFY. Outside of the office, Annie loves to
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Supreme Court Decision Impacts Many Business Owners Entity Redemption Buy-Sell Agreement
By Cheryl Shelton Estate & Trust Director Do you have a buy-sell agreement with your business partner(s) and the company owns life insurance on each of you so the remaining partner(s) will have the cash to purchase your share from your estate? If so, you will want to know about a recent Supreme Court decision that sides with the IRS stating that the life insurance payout could increase your estate. Here’s what happened: Connelly v. United States No. 23-146 (June 6, 2024) Two brothers who ran a family business entered into a buy-sell arrangement that gave the surviving brother
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WFY’s Tax Department Grows With Three New Hires
This month, Wright Ford Young & Co. had the pleasure of welcoming three new hires to our tax department. Austin Nguyen joined as a Tax Senior, Leo Nguyen joined as a Tax Staff, and Devin Huffman returned as a Tax Intern. Welcome to the WFY team! Austin Nguyen In June, Austin Nguyen joined our tax department as a Tax Senior. Austin graduated from CSU Fullerton with his Bachelor’s degree in Finance & Accounting. Prior to joining WFY, he has been working as a tax professional for four years. Outside of work, Austin enjoys running with his two dogs at the
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Three New Hires Join Our Audit Department in May
In May, Wright Ford Young & Co. welcomed three new hires to our audit department. Byron Ortiz and Grace Lombardo joined as Audit Staff, and Robert Wright joined as an Audit Intern. We are excited to welcome these new additions to our team. Byron Ortiz Last month, Byron Ortiz joined our audit department as one of our newest Audit Staff. Byron has previously interned with WFY in 2023, and returned to WFY to accept a full-time position. He graduated from Cal State Fullerton this Spring and received a degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting. In Byron’s spare
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Current Tax Scams to be Aware of in 2024
Tax scams are increasingly sophisticated in 2024, with scammers continually evolving their tactics to deceive taxpayers and tax professionals. Here are some of the most prevalent tax scams this year to be cautious of: Phishing and Smishing: Fraudsters send emails or text messages that appear to be from the IRS, asking recipients to click on a link or provide personal information to claim a refund or resolve an issue. These messages often contain malicious links that can steal personal data or install malware on devices (IRS.gov) (CPA Practice Advisor). AI-Driven Scams: With the rise of AI tools, scammers are creating
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Save On Taxes By Hiring Your Child as an Employee
As a parent and business owner, you’re always looking for ways to optimize your finances while providing opportunities for your family. One savvy tax-saving strategy to consider is hiring your child as an employee in your business. You can pay each child you hire up to $14,600 in 2024 without them owing any federal income tax plus your business can deduct those wages as a business expense. Not only does this arrangement provide valuable work experience for your child, but it also offers significant tax benefits for your family. In this article, we’ll explore the advantages of hiring your child
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WFY Launches WFY Wealth Management
Wright Ford Young & Co. is excited to introduce our new firm, WFY Wealth Management. We’ve partnered with Integrated Partners, a successful nationwide financial planning and registered investment advisory firm, to help lay the foundation for the introduction of WFY Wealth Management. The collaboration begins with Jeff Myers, managing partner at WFY; Paul Saganey, CFP®, founder and president at Integrated Partners; Brad Tedrick, CFA®, CFP®,, the wealth manager at WFY Wealth Management, and Luke Schork, CFP®, joining Tedrick at WFY Wealth Management. Brad Tedrick joins WFY Wealth Management with nearly three decades of expertise and knowledge in the financial services
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Understanding Section 163(j): A Brief Overview of Business Interest Deductions
Nicole Wiriadi, CPA, MST Tax Director The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (TCJA) introduced a provision that directly impacted businesses’ ability to deduct interest expenses from their taxable income under Section 163(j) of the Internal Revenue Code. This provision applies to all types of taxpayers, including corporations, partnerships, and individuals, with exceptions. Some of the key provisions of Section 163(j) are as follows: Interest Deductibility Limitation The deduction for business interest expense is generally limited to the sum of 30% of adjusted taxable income (ATI), business interest income, and floor plan financing interest expense. Carryforward of Disallowed
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Warning Signs of Aggressive ERC Marketing: A Cautionary Guide for Businesses
As businesses navigate the complexities of economic recovery, government programs like the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) serve as lifelines for financial support. However, with the surge in popularity of these programs, some unscrupulous entities may engage in aggressive marketing practices to exploit businesses seeking assistance. In this article, we will explore the warning signs of aggressive ERC marketing and provide guidance on how businesses can protect themselves from potential pitfalls. Unrealistic Promises: One of the first warning signs of aggressive ERC marketing is the promise of unrealistic benefits. Businesses should be wary of providers claiming to guarantee substantial ERC benefits
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WFY Welcomes Five New Hires in January
In January, Wright Ford Young & Co. welcomed five new hires to our audit department and tax department. Allen Song joined our audit department, and Julio Mendoza, Collette Kim, Noah Scruggs, and Felix Tjong joined our tax department. We are thrilled to have these new additions to our firm. Welcome to the WFY team! Allen Song At the beginning of January, Allen Song joined our audit department as our newest Audit Manager. He graduated from Biola University and has been in public accounting for over 9 years. Before joining WFY, Allen previously worked at a nationwide firm. Outside of the
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