Scaling for Success: Your Blueprint for 8(a) Growth and Beyond
Learn more on how you translate 8(a) status into sustainable, long-term growth. Simply having the certification isn’t enough.
Quarterly Nonprofit Update: February/March 2025
The nonprofit sector continues to evolve as economic conditions, policy changes, and donor behavior shape funding strategies. Charitable giving remains strong, with signs of continued growth for organizations. However, adapting to these shifts will require strategic planning to sustain long-term impact.
8(a) Survival Guide: How to Ace Your Annual Review and Stay in Good Standing
Learn the key elements of the annual review process for maintaining your 8(a) status. Find out what documents to gather, how to keep your personal net worth (PNW), and ownership structure above reproach.
The Importance of Reviewing AR Processes in Real Estate
Efficient accounts receivable (AR) processes are critical for real estate businesses to maintain steady cash flow and support long-term growth. With high-value transactions and complex payment schedules, even small inefficiencies can disrupt cash flow and stifle opportunity. Proactively reviewing AR practices can help reduce these risks and streamline operations, enabling businesses to remain competitive in this fast-paced industry.
8(a) Success Without Blowing Your Personal Net Worth: Smart Spending Strategies for Gov Con Firms
Learn about several strategies that can help you smartly allocate funds without accidentally bumping your PNW over the 8(a) line.
Fraud Risks in Nonprofits: Trends and Strategies for 2025
Nonprofits are increasingly prioritizing fraud prevention to protect their resources and fulfill their mission. In 2025, two key areas require attention: internal fraud by employees and external risks to systems and data. Proactive measures can help organizations address these challenges and maintain financial integrity.
Key Internal Controls for Small Nonprofit Organizations
Many small nonprofits face challenges with weak or inadequate internal control systems, often due to limited staffing and financial resources. Without effective safeguards, these organizations are at greater risk of errors, fraud, and financial mismanagement, which can damage their reputation and disrupt operations. Implementing strong controls helps build trust and allows nonprofits to stay focused on their mission.
Safeguarding Nonprofits with Segregation of Duties
Segregation of duties (SOD) is a key internal control that helps nonprofits reduce fraud, improve accuracy, and build trust. Start the 2025 by exploring the importance of SOD, strategies to overcome common challenges, and actionable steps for establishing strong internal controls.
Charitable Giving: Planes, Boats and Automobiles
Substantiating charitable contributions of planes, boats, and automobiles differ from other types of non-cash gifts.
Roth Employer Contributions
Roth elective deferral contributions have been permitted in qualified retirement plans since 2006. Section 604 of SECURE 2.0 provided for an optional provision that allows employees to designate their employer contributions, whether it be matching nonelective, as Roth. This applies to 401(k) Plans and 403(b) Plan. This was effective December 29, 2022; however, several challenges delayed implementation of this provision.