Q. How do I avoid compensation-related errors in my company’s retirement plan? Employers who offer employee benefit plan options should be certain that a proper compensation definition is applied when calculating employee deferrals and employer con...

What effects, if any, does the value of my business have on my estate? For many business owners, the value of their business comprises a majority of their net worth, yet they’re uncertain how much their business is really worth. Understanding the v...

What is the current state of the U.S. M&A market, and what are the contributing factors? Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity in the United States remained strong in 2015 surpassing 2014’s record year following the financial crisis of 2...

What impact is the unstable price of oil having on mergers and acquisitions in Houston, and what should I be doing now if my industry is being affected? While M&A activity continues to be strong nationally, we have certainly seen a slow-down for ...

With oil prices still unstable, I’m concerned about a drop-off in business. What should I be doing now to prepare for a potential downturn? The answer is to run some scenarios. You want to determine if you have enough cash flow to operate during a ...

Do the new tangible property regulations have any impact on tax filings this year for my business? Each situation is different, however, if you use tangible property within your business, it will impact your filings. Effective for tax years beginning...

My company buys products from our non-U.S. affiliate, and I know these transactions are required to be at “arm’s length.”  If I don’t document my transfer pricing policies, and the IRS makes an adjustment, will I be charged a penalty?   �...