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A Better Way to Gauge Profitability

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Return-on-equity (ROE) is the correct profit metric to evaluate the performance of a business. However, the primary emphasis on financial ratio analysis must be on operating performance. The “advanced” version of the DuPont model remedies the original model’s failure to cleanly separate the effects of operating and financing...

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FINANCIAL REPORTING
Revenue recognition standard

Don’t lose momentum on revenue recognition standard

Numerous changes, including a proposed delay in the effective date, are in play for the new revenue recognition standard. Here’s what preparers need to know and why they need to work toward implementation.

FINANCIAL REPORTING
Preferability and the private company alternatives

Preferability and the private company alternatives

A FASB principle for accounting policy decisions may affect when private companies are able to elect GAAP financial reporting alternatives developed by the Private Company Council.

TECHNOLOGY
The future of marketing: Thriving in a digital world

The future of marketing: Thriving in a digital world

Learn how digital marketing techniques such as social media and content marketing can work side by side with traditional referral marketing to broaden your pool of potential clients and convert online browsers to customers.

TAX & PRACTICE MANAGEMENT
Tax engagement letters

Tax engagement letters

Use of this important practice tool can minimize professional liability risk, reduce confusion, improve collections, and ensure clients have a good understanding of the practitioner’s role.

TECHNOLOGY

Expanding your app-titude

A monthly look at mobile apps that can make the CPA’s job and life better. This month: Coinbase and IRS2Go.

SPONSORED REPORT

Be prepared for tax season early

Our expert tax report highlights the important issues that tax preparers and their clients need to address for the 2024 tax year. Stay informed and proactive with guidance on critical tax considerations before year-end.