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The Red Flags Rule: Does This Apply to Governmental Entities?

Written by Jenny Gray, CPA Millions of Americans have their identities stolen each year. In addition to the impact on individuals, the cost to entities – left with unpaid bills

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Qualifying Income for Publicly Traded Partnerships – Updated Regulations Issued

Summary On January 19, 2017, Treasury and the IRS issued final regulations (TD 9817) under Section 7704(d)(1)(E) of the Internal Revenue Code.  The regulations provide guidance on the types of

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New Professional Employer Organization (PEO) Service and Product Offerings

Written by Tom Hancock, Payroll & Benefit Solutions Payroll & Benefit Solutions (PBS) is now offering a brand new service in an effort to meet the growing demands of the

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Your Biggest Cybersecurity Threat May Not Be Technology

Written by Brian Jackson, Abacus IT Solutions Cybersecurity continues to be a hot topic, and was even a key issue in the recent U.S. Election. No locale, industry, or organization

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Protect Your Plan – Hiring Qualified Plan Auditors

Written by Derrel G. Curry, CPA, CGMA If your company provides an employee benefit plan which has 100 or more participants, you are generally required to have the plan’s annual

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New Job-Related Tax Credits Available in Alabama

Written by Karen Poist, CPA As tax season begins again for another year, it’s time to think about your company’s available tax credits.  Two new job-related Alabama tax credits for

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Hot SALT Tips of the First Quarter 2017

Written by Karen Poist, CPA Be prepared to share (with the ADOR)! The Alabama Department of Revenue is taking several steps in the fight against identity theft and tax fraud

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BMSS Welcomes Its Newest Employees

BMSS would like to welcome and introduce the newest members of our team.  We are fortunate to have the opportunity to add these talented professionals to our rank of wonderful employees.  Please

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Proposed Tax Reform Plans – How Could They Affect You?

Written by Wendy Adams, CPA As we embark on a new year, many uncertainties and questions arise, particularly when it comes to a new tax year.  Plus, add in the

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Form I-9 Revision

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently published a revised version of the Employment Eligibility Verification Form (Form I-9).  The new form, dated 11/14/2016, will be required for use

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Welcome to our newest team members!

BMSS would like to welcome and introduce the newest members of our team.  We are fortunate to have the opportunity to add these talented professionals to our rank of wonderful employees.  Please

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How Will Higher Rates Affect You?

What this might mean for M & As Written by Stephanie Huovinen, CPA The Federal Reserve has started raising U.S. interest rates. If you’re contemplating a business acquisition or sale

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