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SUMMARY:(SSTX236/27) Surgent's Tax Planning for Rental Real Estate
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nThe taxation of real estate is tricky. Taxpayers can own real estate in a number of different ways\, including direct and indirect investments. There are numerous exceptions to being classified as a rental activity. How do you know if someone is a real estate professional? In this course\, we will explore all these issues and many more. Through real-world examples and discussion\, this course will delve into exceptions to rental status\, qualifications for material participation\, and requirements for active status. Additionally\, we will cover the QBI and Section 1237 safe harbors and touch on some planning ideas related to depreciation recapture. \nDesigned For\nAccounting and finance professionals who wish to know about the taxation of rental real estate \nObjectives\n\nUnderstand exceptions to rental status \n Identify the different types of depreciation recapture that apply to rental properties \n Recognize tax planning opportunities for personal and vacation properties \n Identify how the Section 1237 safe harbor may be used to avoid ordinary income tax treatment on divided land parcel sales \n\nMajor Subjects\nRental activities and passive activities    Material participation    Real estate professional status    Active participation status    Depreciation recapture – Sections 1245\, 1250\, and 291    Vacation homes rented out    QBI deduction and rental properties    Section 1237 safe harbor for divided parcel sales    Practitioner considerations \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx236-27-surgents-tax-planning-for-rental-real-estate/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T034056Z
UID:10007114-1814356800-1814356800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(SSTX332/27) Surgent’s Weekly Expert Hour (Original Air Date: 7/14/22)
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nAs financial and tax professionals well know\, information overload is a constant struggle we face because things change quickly\, and the sheer number of changes being made on a daily basis is enormous. Of great importance to small and medium tax and advisory firms is differentiating between changes that are relevant to our practice and our clients and changes that are new but totally irrelevant. Distinguishing between the two is difficult and time-consuming. Mike Tucker and a team of experts are pleased to announce a new weekly series designed to eliminate the clutter and get you what you need to stay up to date and perform for your clients. We are all aware that the IRS\, along with other state and federal regulators\, is issuing guidance with increased frequency due to the coronavirus pandemic tax changes. New rules need to be analyzed\, dissected\, and explained more quickly than in days gone by so that our clients are kept informed of opportunities that may not last long. This weekly series will provide relevant and important tax and financial changes in a quick\, concise format.Each week\, Mike and his co-presenters will dispense news on current events impacting taxes\, finance\, and industry. The subject matter will differ each week and intermittently include topics such as Social Security and Medicare. The panelists will discuss personal and corporate tax matters as well as other late-breaking news related to practitioners’ personal finances and those of their clients.Every financial professional will benefit from this series. \nDesigned For\nFinancial professionals who wish to be up to speed on the latest news affecting themselves and their clients \nObjectives\n\nBe well informed on current topics impacting taxes\, finance\, and industry\n\nMajor Subjects\nTax legislation    U.S. Court of Appeals for 10th Circuit ruling on Reserve Mechanical Corp v. IRS    PLR 202226003    Portability and Revenue Procedure 2022-32    Foreign Bank Account Report (FBAR)    Cost segregation    Examples of qualifying assets \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx332-27-surgents-weekly-expert-hour-original-air-date-7-14-22/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T034217Z
CREATED:20260807T034217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T034217Z
UID:10007115-1814356800-1814356800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(SSTX155/27) Surgent's Forms 7217 and 7203
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nIRS Form 7217 is an IRS tax form required for partners receiving distributions of property from partnerships. Starting for tax years beginning in 2024\, a partner who receives property from a partnership must file Form 7217 with his or her annual income tax return. Form 7217 is filed by any partner receiving a distribution of property from a partnership to report the basis of the distributed property\, including any basis adjustment to such property as required by Section 732(a)(2) or (b). This new IRS form is part of the IRS’s general concern regarding basis shifting in favor of high marginal tax rate related partners. Form 7217 is now required and details the types of property distributed\, the aggregate basis\, and the allocation of basis to the distributed property. Form 7203 is designed to assist in tracking an S corporation shareholder’s stock and debt basis. Form 7203 is a significant improvement from the worksheets the IRS provided formerly and over time will serve to help partners and partnerships keep track of their stock and debt basis. The course covers the structure and organization of Form 7203 as well as how an S corporation shareholder’s stock and debt basis are calculated. \nDesigned For\nAccounting and finance professionals who need to know the latest regarding distributions of property from partnerships and those who need to know about shareholders’ stock and debt basis \nObjectives\n\nUnderstand the latest regarding distributions of property from partnerships\n Understand shareholders’ stock and debt basis\n\nMajor Subjects\nTax treatment of partnership distributions to partners of cash and property other than cash     Basis of property received in a partnership distribution    Executive Order 14219 withdrawing the IRS’s new regulations regarding basis shifting    Organization and structure of the new Form 7217    Who must file Form 7203    Determining the S corporation shareholder’s initial basis in his or her stock    Basis limitations on partnership losses and deductions    Organization and structure of Form 7203 – understanding the three parts of Form 7203    Filing criteria for Form 7203    Calculating an S corporation shareholder’s share of S corporation deductions and credits    Understanding stock and debt basis \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx155-27-surgents-forms-7217-and-7203/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T034218Z
CREATED:20260807T034218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T034218Z
UID:10007116-1814356800-1814356800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(SSAA161/27) Surgent's Adapting to Today’s Changing Accounting Landscape
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nThe field of accounting is undergoing rapid evolution in response to a complex interplay of technological advancements\, regulatory reforms\, economic fluctuations\, and shifting societal dynamics. In this course\, we will explore the major challenges and opportunities currently facing accountants\, and we will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in this dynamic environment. \nDesigned For\nAccounting and finance professionals interested in understanding the challenges and opportunities facing the accounting profession \nObjectives\n\nUnderstand the key factors shaping the accounting profession today \n Analyze the challenges and opportunities arising from technological advancements \n Explore the evolving expectations of clients and stakeholders \n Navigate the regulatory landscape and adapt to ongoing changes \n Develop a well-rounded skillset to thrive as a modern accountant \n\nMajor Subjects\nEvolving accounting landscape     Data complexity in accounting and tax     Value-added billing    Artificial Intelligence      Shifting client expectations     Navigating regulatory uncertainty     The impact of accountants on society     Embracing change and innovation     Pipeline challenges \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssaa161-27-surgents-adapting-to-todays-changing-accounting-landscape/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video
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DTSTAMP:20260807T034218Z
CREATED:20260807T034218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T034218Z
UID:10007117-1814356800-1814356800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(SSAA260/27) Surgent's Revenue Recognition - Top Challenges in Applying ASC 606
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nThis course provides an overview of critical challenges companies encounter under ASC 606\, emphasizing several key areas that can be particularly challenging for effective revenue recognition. This includes identifying valid contracts\, determining performance obligations\, assessing variable consideration\, and distinguishing between recognizing revenue over time versus at a point in time. The course also covers principal versus agent considerations\, accounting for contract modifications\, licensing arrangements\, and disclosure requirements. \nDesigned For\nAccountants interested in Revenue Recognition and ASC 606 \nObjectives\n\nIdentify the criteria for contract validity under ASC 606\n Recognize complexities in multiple contracts with the same customer\n Determine the effects of contract modifications on revenue recognition\n Differentiate between contract cancellations and terminations\n Recognize the criteria for determining if goods or services are separately identifiable\n Determine the impact of customization on performance obligations in contracts\n Identify different types of variable payments in contracts\, including discounts\, rebates\, and bonuses\n\nMajor Subjects\nTypes of performance obligations    Bundled offerings    Customizations    Modifications to product specifications    Requests for additional services    Alterations in delivery timelines    Long-term contracts    Enforceability and payment terms \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssaa260-27-surgents-revenue-recognition-top-challenges-in-applying-asc-606/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Text
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
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DTSTAMP:20260807T034220Z
CREATED:20260807T034220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T034220Z
UID:10007119-1814356800-1814356800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(SSTX123/27) Surgent's Federal Tax Update
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nBoth businesses and individual clients face major changes as a result of new legislation\, and tax professionals face the considerable challenge of delivering effective planning advice and services to address this myriad of recent developments. This course addresses this challenge and also encompasses the latest cases and rulings applicable to individual and business clients.  Continually updated to reflect enacted legislation.  Please Note: Due to content overlap\, it is recommended that this course NOT be taken together with BIT4. \nDesigned For\nAccounting and Finance Professionals who need to know the latest tax law changes in all areas of practice \nObjectives\n\nUnderstand strategies and techniques to use in light of new legislation\n Understand the latest enacted tax law changes\n Understand current cases and rulings affecting your clients\n\nMajor Subjects\nComprehensive coverage of individual provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act\, including but not limited to:            TCJA provisions made permanent        New Tip Income Deduction        New Overtime Pay Deduction        New Car Loan Interest Deduction        New Temporary Senior Deduction        Expanded SALT Cap        Trump Accounts            Comprehensive coverage of business provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act\, including but not limited to:            Bonus Depreciation made permanent        Increased Section 179 deduction        Changes to Section 174 R&E Expenditures        Changes to Section 163(j)        Form 1099/1099-K changes            Qualified Small Business Stock Exclusion;                The Gig Economy – examine key tax implications for gig workers\, including Independent Contractor vs. Employee classification challenges and employer reporting responsibilities    Timely coverage of breaking tax legislation    Advanced practice\, reporting\, and other issues intertwined with advanced planning and discussion ideas \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx123-27-surgents-federal-tax-update/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T034221Z
CREATED:20260807T034221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T034221Z
UID:10007120-1814356800-1814356800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(SSTX205/27) Surgent's Nuts & Bolts of Cryptocurrency Taxation
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nCryptocurrency is heading mainstream. According to a recent study conducted by New York Digital Investment Group\, there are 46 million bitcoin holders in the US\, and institutions have also shown increased interest in this space. The rising popularity of cryptocurrency and the inclusion of the virtual currency question on the front and center of Form 1040 have made cryptocurrency a subject that tax practitioners cannot afford to ignore anymore. This course is designed to walk you through tax implications of common cryptocurrency-related transactions (trading\, mining\, spending\, staking\, etc.) and how to successfully service clients affiliated with cryptocurrency by using a tool like CoinTracker. This session also covers current developments surrounding this topic and some of the unique tax planning opportunities in the crypto space such as tax loss harvesting without being subject to wash sale rules\, tax lot ID optimization (FIFO\, LIFO\, and HIFO)\, self-directed IRAs\, etc. \nDesigned For\nAccounting and Finance Professionals who want to get a high-level understanding of how cryptocurrency work and how to serve clients with cryptocurrency transactions \nObjectives\n\nRecognize the latest in blockchain technology and how it is impacting our world\n Understand how to interact with cryptocurrency\n Understand the tax implications of investing in cryptocurrency\, running a mining operation\, using NFTs\, and using cryptocurrency as a payment method\n Recognize challenges in dealing with cryptocurrency-related clients;\n Apply tax planning opportunities\n Serve clients with cryptocurrency transactions using a tool like CoinTracker.io\n\nMajor Subjects\nWhat is blockchain technology?    How do you buy crypto?    How do you store crypto?    Use cases of cryptocurrency    Blockchain technology;    Use cases of cryptocurrency    Tax overview    How taxes work for cryptocurrency investors    How taxes work for cryptocurrency mining    Taxation of other transactions    Foreign reporting requirements and crypto    How to use a tool like CoinTracker to calculate capital gains and losses    New developments in the space    Tax planning opportunities;    Why do accountants need to care? \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx205-27-surgents-nuts-bolts-of-cryptocurrency-taxation/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T034227Z
CREATED:20260807T034226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T034227Z
UID:10007121-1814356800-1814356800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(SSTX296/27) Surgent's Weekly Expert Hour (Original Air Date: 12/02/21)
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nAs financial and tax professionals well know\, information overload is a constant struggle we face because things change quickly\, and the sheer number of changes being made on a daily basis is enormous. Of great importance to small and medium tax and advisory firms is differentiating between changes that are relevant to our practice and our clients and changes that are new but totally irrelevant. Distinguishing between the two is difficult and time-consuming. Mike Tucker and a team of experts are pleased to announce a new weekly series designed to eliminate the clutter and get you what you need to stay up to date and perform for your clients. We are all aware that the IRS\, along with other state and federal regulators\, is issuing guidance with increased frequency due to the coronavirus pandemic tax changes. New rules need to be analyzed\, dissected\, and explained more quickly than in days gone by so that our clients are kept informed of opportunities that may not last long. This weekly series will provide relevant and important tax and financial changes in a quick\, concise format.Each week\, Mike and his co-presenters will dispense news on current events impacting taxes\, finance\, and industry. The subject matter will differ each week and intermittently include topics such as Social Security and Medicare. The panelists will discuss personal and corporate tax matters as well as other late-breaking news related to practitioners’ personal finances and those of their clients.Every financial professional will benefit from this series.Please Note: CFP credit is not available for this course in 2021. \nDesigned For\nFinancial professionals who wish to be up to speed on the latest news affecting themselves and their clients \nObjectives\n\nBe well informed on current topics impacting taxes\, finance\, and industry\n\nMajor Subjects\nYear-end tax planning considerations (as of 12/02/21)    News Release 2021-217    News Release 2021-215    OSHA’s proposed COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Emergency Temporary Standard \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx296-27-surgents-weekly-expert-hour-original-air-date-12-02-21/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T034228Z
CREATED:20260807T034227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T034228Z
UID:10007122-1814356800-1814356800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(SSTX278/27) Surgent's Advanced Trust Issues: A Roadmap for Success in An Increasingly Complex Area
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nTrusts are not cookie-cutter documents. In fact\, they can be rather unwieldy\, especially in explaining the functions to a client and then having the client comply with the trust terms. This course delves into best practices. Given common scenarios\, what are the best trusts to use?  And how can the client be best protected? \nDesigned For\nTax practitioners who advise clients on the benefits of establishing a trust \nObjectives\n\nAdvise individual clients on the benefits of using a trust to achieve their personal goals;\n Save clients money in their estate planning\n\nMajor Subjects\nKey concepts of trusts\, including recent trends; best practices; jurisdiction; and ways to avoid pitfalls    Decanting    Federal estate tax exemption and remaining relevance of trusts    Irrevocable life insurance trusts    The role of family dynamics     Choice of trustee and other fiduciaries    State trust-friendly considerations    Charitable trusts    Delaware Statutory Trusts    Powers of attorney;    Pet Trusts – the emerging necessities    State\, county\, and local issues    Portability    QTIP issues    Creditor considerations    Potential IRA problems    Problems with re-titling assets \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx278-27-surgents-advanced-trust-issues-a-roadmap-for-success-in-an-increasingly-complex-area/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T034229Z
CREATED:20260807T034228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T034229Z
UID:10007123-1814356800-1814356800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(SSOT132/27) Surgent's HIPAA:  What Accountants and Other Practitioners Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nIn 1996\, Congress passed the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act\, commonly referred to as HIPAA.  HIPAA’s stated purpose was to provide Americans with privacy measures designed to protect personal healthcare-related information.  Yet soon after it became law\, critics argued that HIPAA “lacked teeth”\, noting that the only remedy for violations of the law was to report the wrongdoer to the Department of Health and Human Services.Congress strengthened HIPAA in 2009 when it passed the Health Information Technology for Economic Clinical Health Act (“HITECH”).  Under HITECH\, entities subject to HIPAA are now required to maintain specific physical\, administrative\, and digital protection procedures.  HIPAA now imposed many other requirements for those affected by the law\, such as requiring breaches of patient information be reported to affected parties in a timely manner.  Further\, the law substantially increased the fines that HIPAA-covered entities must pay for violations.It is imperative that accountants and financial professionals familiarize themselves with HIPAA’s requirements.  Under HITECH\, businesses must comply with HIPAA’s data privacy guidelines if they work with HIPAA-covered businesses; that is\, any business in the healthcare industry.  Professionals who are not familiar with HIPAA fundamentals run the risk of subjecting themselves and their company to civil liability and severe penalties. \nDesigned For\nAnyone in the accounting or financial services profession who seeks to understand HIPAA and how it impacts their practice. Also\, accounting and financial professionals who counsel individuals or business owners that are considered HIPAA-covered businesses \nObjectives\n\nUnderstand HIPAA’s requirements and how they apply to accounting and other professionals\n Understand methods to employ to reduce chances of violating HIPAA’s provisions\n Recognize how HIPAA intersects with the work of accountants and similar professionals who advise individuals and businesses\n\nMajor Subjects\nA basic overview of the requirements imposed by HIPAA on professionals    What businesses and individuals are subject to HIPAA    Best practices for HIPAA compliance    Issues unique to accounting and finance professionals concerning HIPAA    Recognize common areas of liability under HIPAA \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssot132-27-surgents-hipaa-what-accountants-and-other-practitioners-need-to-know/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T034231Z
CREATED:20260807T034231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T034231Z
UID:10007124-1814356800-1814356800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(SSTX387/27) Surgent’s Weekly Expert Hour (Original Air Date: 10/2/25)
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nAs financial and tax professionals well know\, information overload is a constant struggle we face because things change quickly\, and the sheer number of changes being made on a daily basis is enormous. Of great importance to small and medium tax and advisory firms is differentiating between changes that are relevant to our practice and our clients and changes that are new but totally irrelevant. Distinguishing between the two is difficult and time-consuming. Mike Tucker and a team of experts are pleased to announce a series designed to eliminate the clutter and get you what you need to stay up to date and perform for your clients.Mike and his co-presenters will dispense news on current events impacting taxes\, finance\, and industry. The subject matter will differ each week and intermittently include topics such as Social Security and Medicare. The panelists will discuss personal and corporate tax matters as well as other late-breaking news related to practitioners’ personal finances and those of their clients.Every financial professional will benefit from this series. \nDesigned For\nFinancial professionals who wish to be up to speed on the latest news affecting themselves and their clients \nObjectives\n\nBe well informed on current topics impacting taxes\, finance\, and industry\n\nMajor Subjects\nSECURE 2.0\, IRS Notice 2023-62\, Final Regulations (September 2025)    Alternative assets for 401(k) investors and new proposed regulations on tipping    Proposed regulations under Section 224 issued 09/22/25 relating to qualified tips \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx387-27-surgents-weekly-expert-hour-original-air-date-10-2-25/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T034232Z
CREATED:20260807T034232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T034232Z
UID:10007125-1814356800-1814356800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(SSBM108/27) Surgent's Enterprise Risk Management Concepts and Strategy for Small and Medium-Sized Companies
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nThe past few years have taught us that major risks can come at us from any direction and with barely a warning. All organizations operate in a risk environment\, but all too often\, they either don’t realize it or they don’t develop a strategy to deal with the risks. In this session\, we will explore how risks work in both for-profit and not-for-profit organizations and how they can develop a strategy to identify\, evaluate\, and mitigate those risks. This program will not teach how to eliminate risks\, but how to strategize how to reduce their total effect. We will liberally use case studies of both for-profit and not-for-profit companies to bridge the gap between concept and actual implementation. In each area we will explore what our experiences of the pandemic have taught us about this part of risk management. \nDesigned For\nCFOs\, controllers\, and finance professionals \nObjectives\n\nUnderstand how risks can both positively and negatively affect the organization\n Learn more about how we could have been better prepared for the pandemic\n Determine the nature of risk in both large and small organizations\n Understand the tolerance for risk in the organization\n Match risks to proper strategy\n Perform risk analysis and evaluations\n See how the strategy of the organization represents risk\n\nMajor Subjects\nOverview of ERM and how it affects all organizations    What COVID-19 has taught us about risk management    Risk tolerance and developing a plan    Risk identification    Risk analysis    Risk responses    Strategy risk \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssbm108-27-surgents-enterprise-risk-management-concepts-and-strategy-for-small-and-medium-sized-companies/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Text
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T034235Z
CREATED:20260807T034234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T034235Z
UID:10007126-1814356800-1814356800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(SSAA180/27) Surgent's Audit Quality and Peer Review Update
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nWith the AICPA’s heightened focus on enhancing audit quality\, increased oversight of the peer review process and the auditor’s overall responsibility to provide high quality services\, the focus on compliance with professional standards has never been greater. Recent peer reviews have indicated that auditors are often failing to perform and/or document certain critical components of an audit such as the auditor’s assessment of risk and linking the results of the assessment to substantive procedures performed. In addition\, auditors are not adequately documenting their consideration of fraud\, expectations in analytical procedures and the appropriate level of work needed to understand an entity’s internal control. Now is time to revisit the way that auditors are performing and documenting the work performed to meet professional standards since nonconforming engagements can result in an auditor’s referral to the AICPA Ethics Committee. This course will focus on the most significant items resulting in deficiencies identified in the peer review process. We will also discuss the applicable audit standards\, documentation requirements and best practices. The objective of the course is to provide the insights necessary to help an auditor improve not just the quality of their work but also the perception of the accounting profession as a whole. \nDesigned For\nAccounting and auditing practitioners at all levels desiring to improve engagement quality \nObjectives\n\nIdentify key elements of the AICPA’s Enhancing Audit Quality initiative\n Recognize key trends in recent peer review deficiencies noted\n Identify professional standards related to performing a risk assessment\, understanding and testing internal controls and linking these procedures to further audit consideration\n Implement best practices to help ensure overall engagement quality \n\nMajor Subjects\nAICPA’s Enhancing Audit Quality initiative     Feedback from peer reviews\, including areas driving deficiencies in audit     Elements of an effective risk assessment and how to link to audit procedures performed    Understanding internal controls and making the decision whether or not to test them    Best practices in documentation \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssaa180-27-surgents-audit-quality-and-peer-review-update/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T034307Z
CREATED:20260807T034307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T034307Z
UID:10007127-1814356800-1814356800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(SSAA175/27) Surgent's Construction Contractors: Critical Accounting\, Auditing\, and Tax Issues
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nAccounting and financial reporting for construction contractors may be the most difficult area to comply with the various standards. Construction engagements are\, in many instances\, more complicated than most lines of business due to the many users of the financial statements. In this course\, we will discuss why construction accounting and financial reporting is so complex and examine the relationship between the contractor and the surety\, both from an underwriting and a claims perspective. We will also explore what the surety looks for to maximize potential bond credit and discuss key areas of tax compliance concentrating on the areas that make construction unique. \nDesigned For\nPractitioners who have construction clients and professionals in the construction industry who need to be up to date on the latest information \nObjectives\n\nRecognize accounting and financial reporting standards relevant to construction contractors\n Identify how to effectively audit and perform review engagements for construction clients according to the standards\n Understand tax compliance issues unique to the construction industry and apply the latest changes\n\nMajor Subjects\nOverall landscape of the construction industry    GAAP and recent changes affecting the construction industry    FASB ASC 606 and its impact on the construction industry    Unique audit and review issues with construction contractors    The unique relationship between the contractor and the surety    Tax compliance issues facing construction contractors    Ongoing and new tax issues for construction contractors    Going concern disclosures and their importance to the construction industry    FASB ASC 842 and its impact on the construction industry \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssaa175-27-surgents-construction-contractors-critical-accounting-auditing-and-tax-issues/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Text
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T034308Z
CREATED:20260807T034308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T034308Z
UID:10007128-1814356800-1814356800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(SSTX178/27) Surgent's Taking Advantage of Installment Sales and Like-Kind Exchanges
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nWhen real property is sold for a gain\, we always try to find ways to defer recognizing income so it won’t be necessary to send a check to Uncle Sam. There are two provisions within the Internal Revenue Code that allow the taxpayer to defer recognition of immediate taxable gain in the year of sale: installment sales and like-kind exchanges. Knowing how and when to utilize these provisions makes the Accounting and Finance Professionals very valuable to either their client or the entity they work for. We will also discuss recent proposals which could impact the future of these two provisions.  Please Note: due to overlap with the INS2 and LKE2 courses\, customers should not take ISL4 if one or both of these other courses has already been taken. \nDesigned For\nAccounting and Finance Professionals who either represent or work for entities that own real property \nObjectives\n\nLearn when and how to utilize the provisions of IRC Section 453 in order to defer recognizing gain on the sale of real property via installment sales\n Learn when and how to utilize the provisions of IRC Section 1031 in order to defer recognizing gain on the sale of real property via a like-kind exchange\n\nMajor Subjects\nHow does the IRC define an installment sale under Section 453?    When can a taxpayer utilize the provisions of IRC Section 453?    When should a taxpayer utilize the provisions of an installment sale and when should it be avoided    How does the issue of a dealer vs. a non-dealer impact the use of the installment sale method    How to report an installment sale when related parties are involved    How to calculate an installment sale    How has the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act impacted the use of the Installment Sale Method    What is a like-kind exchange as defined by IRC Section 1031    When can a taxpayer utilize the provisions of IRC Section 1031    What types of real property are eligible for like-kind exchange treatment and what types are not    What is boot and how does it impact the like-kind exchange deferral    How to calculate a like-kind exchange including any taxable portion    How has the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act impacted the use of like-kind exchanges \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx178-27-surgents-taking-advantage-of-installment-sales-and-like-kind-exchanges/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T034314Z
CREATED:20260807T034313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T034314Z
UID:10007129-1814356800-1814356800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(SSBM125/27) Surgent's Implementing Subscription Pricing to Your Practice
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nThis course is designed to provide accountants with a comprehensive understanding of the subscription pricing model. As the business world increasingly shifts toward subscription-based models\, it’s crucial for accountants to understand the financial implications and strategies associated with this pricing approach. This course will cover the basics of subscription pricing\, how to set prices\, and how to analyze the financial impacts of these decisions\, as well as the specific impacts to your business.By the end of this course\, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage the implementation of subscription pricing to their practice. \nDesigned For\nAll finance and accounting professionals who want to improve billing practices for their business \nObjectives\n\nUnderstand what subscription pricing is and the need for a shift from traditional pricing to subscription pricing\n Set subscription prices based on costs\, customer value perception\, and competitive analysis\n Transition to a subscription pricing model and communicate these changes to stakeholders\n Understand the need to regularly review and adjust subscription pricing based on business needs and client changes\n Manage customer retention and churn in a subscription pricing model\n Develop skills to analyze the financial impact of subscription pricing on a business’s revenue and profitability\n\nMajor Subjects\nThe basics of subscription pricing    Pricing strategies\, with an eye toward a modern model for your business    How to implement subscription pricing    The need to look back and assess the financial impact of the implementation    How to manage customer retention    The optimum subscription pricing for your business \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssbm125-27-surgents-implementing-subscription-pricing-to-your-practice/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T034317Z
CREATED:20260807T034316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T034317Z
UID:10007130-1814356800-1814356800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(SSTX311/27) Surgent's Weekly Expert Hour (Original Air Date: 6/17/21)
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nAs financial and tax professionals well know\, information overload is a constant struggle we face because things change quickly\, and the sheer number of changes being made on a daily basis is enormous. Of great importance to small and medium tax and advisory firms is differentiating between changes that are relevant to our practice and our clients and changes that are new but totally irrelevant. Distinguishing between the two is difficult and time-consuming. Mike Tucker and a team of experts are pleased to announce a new weekly series designed to eliminate the clutter and get you what you need to stay up to date and perform for your clients. We are all aware that the IRS\, along with other state and federal regulators\, is issuing guidance with increased frequency due to the coronavirus pandemic tax changes. New rules need to be analyzed\, dissected\, and explained more quickly than in days gone by so that our clients are kept informed of opportunities that may not last long. This weekly series will provide relevant and important tax and financial changes in a quick\, concise format. Each week\, Mike and his co-presenters will dispense news on current events impacting taxes\, finance\, and industry. The subject matter will differ each week and intermittently include topics such as Social Security and Medicare. The panelists will discuss personal and corporate tax matters as well as other late-breaking news related to practitioners’ personal finances and those of their clients.Every financial professional will benefit from this series. \nDesigned For\nFinancial professionals who wish to be up to speed on the latest news affecting themselves and their clients \nObjectives\n\nBe well informed on current topics impacting taxes\, finance\, and industry\n\nMajor Subjects\nIRS Publication 590-B – 10-Year Rule    What the IRS does when it receives a tax return    Update on Form 7200 (as of 6/17/21)    Discussion of the updated draft of Form 941 (as of 6/17/21)    Notice 2020-75 \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx311-27-surgents-weekly-expert-hour-original-air-date-6-17-21/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T034319Z
CREATED:20260807T034318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T034319Z
UID:10007131-1814356800-1814356800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(SSAA213/27) Surgent's Applying ASC 820: The Basics of Fair Value Accounting
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nWhile once thought just to apply to banking and financial institutions\, entities now need to apply fair value accounting under ASC 820 across a variety of transactions. Whether you are assessing financial instruments\, leases\, business combination accounting\, or impairment measurement\, GAAP either requires or allows the use of fair value measures in an expanding number of circumstances. Now is the time for you to get up-to-speed on the basics of the fair value approach. In this course\, we will review when fair value accounting is required and when an entity can select to use it. Then we will review the basics of the ASC 820 model\, including the concept of “exit price\,” the various approaches that an entity may follow when using a fair value approach\, and the different levels of inputs that an entity may consider when determining fair value. Lastly\, the course will provide examples of when and how to apply this complex accounting guidance. \nDesigned For\nAccounting and auditing practitioners at all levels desiring to understand the FASB’s fair value guidance \nObjectives\n\nRecall when entities can elect and are required to use the fair value option\n Discuss the exit price approach used in ASC 820\n Identify how to determine the fair value of assets and liabilities under the ASC 820 fair value approach\n Identify appropriate inputs to use when determining the fair value of an asset or liability\n\nMajor Subjects\nApplicability of the use of ASC 820    The exit price approach    Examples of market\, cost\, and income approaches to estimating fair value    Use of Level 1\, 2\, and 3 inputs in determining fair value \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssaa213-27-surgents-applying-asc-820-the-basics-of-fair-value-accounting/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T034320Z
CREATED:20260807T034319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T034320Z
UID:10007132-1814356800-1814356800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(SSAA270/27) Surgent's SEC Form 8-K: When to File and What to Disclose
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nThis course provides an overview of the SEC Form 8-K.  This is a broad form used to notify investors in U.S. publicly traded companies of certain events that may be important – generally within four business days of the respective triggering event.  This course provides a detailed look at the events that require a Form 8-K filing\, the relevant disclosures\, and presents a number of examples to help illustrate disclosure of these events. \nDesigned For\nFinancial practitioners who want an overview of the SEC Form 8-K \nObjectives\n\nRecognize the overall purpose of the Form 8-K\n Identify the time period in which a Form 8-K must be filed with the SEC\n Recognize the events that require the filing of a Form 8-K\n Identify overall disclosure requirements for triggering events requiring a Form 8-K\n\nMajor Subjects\nThe overall purpose of the Form 8-K    Triggering events for filing the Form 8-K    Filing deadline for the Form 8-K \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssaa270-27-surgents-sec-form-8-k-when-to-file-and-what-to-disclose/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Text
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T034323Z
CREATED:20260807T034323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T034323Z
UID:10007133-1814356800-1814356800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(SSOT141/27) Surgent's Public Speaking and Presentation Skills
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nGerald Ford once said that “[n]othing in life is more important that the ability to communicate effectively.” Public speaking remains a centuries-old skill that allows individuals to effectively communicate both at a personal and professional level. The benefits of good public speaking run long\, whether it be the ability to persuade others\, lead a team\, or encourage critical thinking.This course is designed to refresh and refine speaking skills for professionals. Through this webinar\, participants will gain a better understanding of the core skills of how to communicate effectively in groups – big or small. The webinar is intended to help those who already speak in public better improve their skills\, while at the same time teaching more novice speakers how to approach a task that so many professionals dread – speaking in front of others. \nDesigned For\nAnyone in the accounting or financial service professions who seeks to gain a better understanding of strategies to improve public speaking \nObjectives\n\nUnderstand strategies to harness public speaking anxiety\n Be familiar with the three elements of effective persuasion\n Differentiate the three styles of speech\n Explore using storytelling to improve presentations\n Review strategies to improve the pace of your speech\n Recognize the role of volume and pace\n Understand how best to use pauses;\n Recognize when and how to use visual aids\n Master the Three P’s of public speaking\n\nMajor Subjects\nHow experienced speakers manage presentation anxiety    The elements of effective persuasion    The three styles of speech    Strategies to improve speech pace    The importance of volume when presenting    The art of the pause    Methods for using visual aids    Best practices for preparing for a presentation    Components of an effective presentation \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssot141-27-surgents-public-speaking-and-presentation-skills/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T034427Z
CREATED:20260807T034427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T034427Z
UID:10007134-1814356800-1814356800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(SSAA225/27) Surgent's Latest Developments in Governmental Accounting and Auditing
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nThis year is indeed another year of significant change in the world of governmental accounting and auditing. Time is valuable\, and it’s hard to stay current in today’s rapidly changing environment. Let us save you time and effort in staying current through this informative update course. The course materials utilize a highly illustrative and innovative format. Over 20 focused exercises are included to provide an enhanced working knowledge of the latest developments in governmental accounting and auditing. \nDesigned For\nAuditors and industry professionals working in the governmental environment \nObjectives\n\nKeep up with the latest developments at the GAO\, OMB\, AICPA\, and GASB\n Ensure that your accounting and auditing skills stay up to date with current requirements\n Be prepared for major changes on the horizon\n\nMajor Subjects\nDeveloping issues related to the 2024 Yellow Book revision and the 2024 revision to the Uniform Guidance for Federal Awards    Key AICPA developments affecting audits of governments (including SAS No. 146 on quality management)    The implementation of GASB No. 101 on compensated absences    GASB No. 103 addressing improvements to the financial reporting model    The application of GASB No. 102 on certain risk disclosures and GASB No. 104 on disclosure of certain capital assets \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssaa225-27-surgents-latest-developments-in-governmental-accounting-and-auditing/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Text
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T034428Z
CREATED:20260807T034428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T034428Z
UID:10007135-1814356800-1814356800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(SSTX324/27) Surgent’s Weekly Expert Hour (Original Air Date: 5/19/22)
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nAs financial and tax professionals well know\, information overload is a constant struggle we face because things change quickly\, and the sheer number of changes being made on a daily basis is enormous. Of great importance to small and medium tax and advisory firms is differentiating between changes that are relevant to our practice and our clients and changes that are new but totally irrelevant. Distinguishing between the two is difficult and time-consuming. Mike Tucker and a team of experts are pleased to announce a new weekly series designed to eliminate the clutter and get you what you need to stay up to date and perform for your clients. We are all aware that the IRS\, along with other state and federal regulators\, is issuing guidance with increased frequency due to the coronavirus pandemic tax changes. New rules need to be analyzed\, dissected\, and explained more quickly than in days gone by so that our clients are kept informed of opportunities that may not last long. This weekly series will provide relevant and important tax and financial changes in a quick\, concise format.Each week\, Mike and his co-presenters will dispense news on current events impacting taxes\, finance\, and industry. The subject matter will differ each week and intermittently include topics such as Social Security and Medicare. The panelists will discuss personal and corporate tax matters as well as other late-breaking news related to practitioners’ personal finances and those of their clients.Every financial professional will benefit from this series. \nDesigned For\nFinancial professionals who wish to be up to speed on the latest news affecting themselves and their clients \nObjectives\n\nBe well informed on current topics impacting taxes\, finance\, and industry\n\nMajor Subjects\nRevised threshold amount for filing Form 1099-K    2022 legislative agenda    2023 HSA contribution limits    Busy season issues \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx324-27-surgents-weekly-expert-hour-original-air-date-5-19-22/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T034428Z
CREATED:20260807T034428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T034428Z
UID:10007136-1814356800-1814356800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(SSTX179/27) Surgent's Getting Ready for Busy Season: Review Individual Tax Form Changes
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nGetting ready for busy season involves not only knowing the tax rules for 2025\, but also knowing how those rules are incorporated into the IRS tax forms practitioners will be using to prepare 2025 tax returns. This course provides preparer attendees with an up-to-date review of important new tax forms\, key tax developments\, and tax law changes as they are reflected in IRS forms for 2025 and IRS filing issues and deadlines as they relate to 2025. \nDesigned For\nAny practitioner preparing or reviewing income tax returns for 2025 \nObjectives\n\nUnderstand new tax developments and the impact they have on the 2025 tax forms\n Note changes in 2025 tax forms from the 2024 versions of the same forms\n\nMajor Subjects\nMajor 2025 tax form changes as they relate to individual taxpayers    Key new tax developments as they relate to 2025 and how they impact the 2025 tax forms \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx179-27-surgents-getting-ready-for-busy-season-review-individual-tax-form-changes/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T034429Z
CREATED:20260807T034429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T034429Z
UID:10007137-1814356800-1814356800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(SSTE111/27) Surgent's Defending Firms: Email Fraud\, Cloud Risks\, Cyber Insurance\, and Remote Work Security
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nCyber threats targeting accounting and finance professionals are growing more sophisticated\, putting sensitive financial data at risk. This session explores the most pressing cybersecurity challenges accounting and finance professionals face today\, including email fraud\, phishing attacks\, cloud security risks\, and securing remote work environments. It also addresses the role of cyber insurance. Through real-world case studies and practical strategies\, participants will learn how to recognize and mitigate cyber threats\, evaluate cyber insurance policies\, and implement security measures that protect their firms and clients. Attendees will leave with actionable steps to strengthen their cybersecurity posture and ensure compliance with evolving regulatory and industry standards. \nDesigned For\nAccounting and finance professionals who wish to be well-versed in the latest cybersecurity challenges and solutions \nObjectives\n\nRecognize and mitigate cyber threats\, evaluate cyber insurance policies\, and implement security measures that protect firms and clients\n\nMajor Subjects\nEmail fraud    Phishing attacks    Cloud security risks    Cyber insurance    Securing remote work environments \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sste111-27-surgents-defending-firms-email-fraud-cloud-risks-cyber-insurance-and-remote-work-security/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T034444Z
CREATED:20260807T034443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T034444Z
UID:10007138-1814356800-1814356800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(SSAA234/27) Surgent's Introduction to Forensic Accounting
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nForensic accounting encompasses fraud investigation and prevention\, as well as a wide variety of functions in litigation. Forensic accountants provide services ranging from serving as an expert witness\, to litigation consultant and bankruptcy trustee. As our economy grows more complex\, the need for forensic accountants grows as well. One critical role of the forensic accountant is exposing and examining financial fraud. Technology expands the way companies conduct business; however\, technology also provides greater opportunities for those willing to commit fraud. Forensic accountants rely on their skills in accounting\, coupled with their investigative skills\, to explain to clients\, courts\, and jurors how fraudulent schemes occur and the effect caused by fraud. Forensic accountants also provide expert opinions in calculating damages in litigation and administering bankruptcy estates\, as well as a host of other services. \nDesigned For\nAccountants seeking to understand the many roles and services offered through forensic accounting and accountants seeking to augment their practices and increase billables \nObjectives\n\nUnderstand the various roles and requirements of forensic accountants\n Recognize the skills that forensic accountants use in fraud investigation\, in bankruptcy proceedings\, and in litigation support roles\n Understand the formal training and certifications available in forensic accounting\n\nMajor Subjects\nReview of the different aspects of forensic accounting    The civil litigation process as it relates to forensic accounting    Litigation services provided by forensic accountants    Fraud detection and prevention    Various types of fraud    Training and certifications in forensic accounting    Forensic accounting in bankruptcy proceedings    Forensic accounting in family law proceedings    Calculating damages for use in litigation    Valuations    Ethical issues pertinent to forensic accounting \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssaa234-27-surgents-introduction-to-forensic-accounting/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T034451Z
CREATED:20260807T034450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T034451Z
UID:10007139-1814356800-1814356800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(SSTX122/27) Surgent's Federal Tax Update
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nBoth businesses and individual clients face major changes as a result of new legislation\, and tax professionals face the considerable challenge of delivering effective planning advice and services to address this myriad of recent developments. This course addresses this challenge and also encompasses the latest cases and rulings applicable to individual and business clients.  Continually updated to reflect enacted legislation.  Please Note: Due to content overlap\, it is recommended that this course NOT be taken together with BIT4. \nDesigned For\nAccounting and Finance Professionals who need to know the latest tax law changes in all areas of practice \nObjectives\n\nUnderstand strategies and techniques to use in light of new legislation\n Understand the latest enacted tax law changes\n Understand current cases and rulings affecting your clients\n\nMajor Subjects\nComprehensive coverage of individual provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act\, including but not limited to:            TCJA provisions made permanent        New Tip Income Deduction        New Overtime Pay Deduction        New Car Loan Interest Deduction        New Temporary Senior Deduction        Expanded SALT Cap        Trump Accounts            Comprehensive coverage of business provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act\, including but not limited to:            Bonus Depreciation made permanent        Increased Section 179 deduction        Changes to Section 174 R&E Expenditures        Changes to Section 163(j)        Form 1099/1099-K changes            Qualified Small Business Stock Exclusion;                The Gig Economy – examine key tax implications for gig workers\, including Independent Contractor vs. Employee classification challenges and employer reporting responsibilities    Timely coverage of breaking tax legislation    Advanced practice\, reporting\, and other issues intertwined with advanced planning and discussion ideas \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx122-27-surgents-federal-tax-update/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Text
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T034457Z
CREATED:20260807T034457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T034457Z
UID:10007140-1814356800-1814356800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(SSAA241/27) Surgent's What You Need to Know About ASC 842\, Leases
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nIn this one-hour overview course\, we’ll review the key accounting aspects of ASC 842\, primarily from a lessee’s perspective. The course will review lease classification\, measuring and recording lease liabilities and related assets\, and subsequent accounting for both finance and operating leases. The course will also discuss transition accounting for ASC 842 and provide examples of the disclosures required under the standard. \nDesigned For\nPracticing CPAs and their staffs\, both in public accounting and business and industry — controllers\, accountants\, and other financial accounting personnel involved in financial statement preparation and review \nObjectives\n\nComprehend and apply the FASB’s comprehensive lease accounting guidance found in ASU No. 2016-02\, Leases (Topic 842)\n Recall operational issues in adopting the lease accounting standard\n\nMajor Subjects\nASU No. 2016-02\, Leases (Topic 842)    Overall lease accounting guidance    Lessor Accounting 101    Detailed review of accounting by lessees;    Updates to the lease accounting guidance \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssaa241-27-surgents-what-you-need-to-know-about-asc-842-leases/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T034532Z
CREATED:20260807T034532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T034532Z
UID:10007141-1814356800-1814356800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(SSAA259/27) Surgent's Revenue Recognition - U.S. GAAP vs. IFRS
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nThis course provides an overview of the similarities and key differences between the revenue recognition standards issued by the FASB (ASC Topic 606) and the IASB (IFRS 15). While these standards are materially similar as the regulators worked jointly to issue the new converged standards\, there are notable differences that are good to understand. However\, this course is not intended to provide an exhaustive discussion of these differences. \nDesigned For\nAccounting professionals \nObjectives\n\nList the key steps in the revenue recognition model\n Recognize the applicable U.S. GAAP and IFRS standard with respect to revenue recognition\n Identify some of the key differences between ASC Topic 606 and IFRS 15\n\nMajor Subjects\nKey principles of Revenue Recognition    Performance obligations in the Contract    Noncash considerations    Presentation of sales taxes    Impairment reversal of capitalized contract costs    Interim disclosures \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssaa259-27-surgents-revenue-recognition-u-s-gaap-vs-ifrs/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Text
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T034534Z
CREATED:20260807T034534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T034534Z
UID:10007142-1814356800-1814356800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(SSTX343/27) Surgent’s Weekly Expert Hour (Original Air Date: 7/11/24)
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nAs financial and tax professionals well know\, information overload is a constant struggle we face because things change quickly\, and the sheer number of changes being made on a daily basis is enormous. Of great importance to small and medium tax and advisory firms is differentiating between changes that are relevant to our practice and our clients and changes that are new but totally irrelevant. Distinguishing between the two is difficult and time-consuming. Mike Tucker and a team of experts are pleased to announce a series designed to eliminate the clutter and get you what you need to stay up to date and perform for your clients.Mike and his co-presenters will dispense news on current events impacting taxes\, finance\, and industry. The subject matter will differ each week and intermittently include topics such as Social Security and Medicare. The panelists will discuss personal and corporate tax matters as well as other late-breaking news related to practitioners’ personal finances and those of their clients.Every financial professional will benefit from this series. \nDesigned For\nFinancial professionals who wish to be up to speed on the latest news affecting themselves and their clients \nObjectives\n\nBe well informed on current topics impacting taxes\, finance\, and industry\n\nMajor Subjects\nEstimated tax: Requirements and penalties    SIMPLE IRA overview and deadlines    New IRS developments \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx343-27-surgents-weekly-expert-hour-original-air-date-7-11-24/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T034534Z
CREATED:20260807T034534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T034534Z
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SUMMARY:(SSTX315/27) Surgent's Weekly Expert Hour (Original Air Date: 5/20/21)
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nAs financial and tax professionals well know\, information overload is a constant struggle we face because things change quickly\, and the sheer number of changes being made on a daily basis is enormous. Of great importance to small and medium tax and advisory firms is differentiating between changes that are relevant to our practice and our clients and changes that are new but totally irrelevant. Distinguishing between the two is difficult and time-consuming. Mike Tucker and a team of experts are pleased to announce a new weekly series designed to eliminate the clutter and get you what you need to stay up to date and perform for your clients. We are all aware that the IRS\, along with other state and federal regulators\, is issuing guidance with increased frequency due to the coronavirus pandemic tax changes. New rules need to be analyzed\, dissected\, and explained more quickly than in days gone by so that our clients are kept informed of opportunities that may not last long. This weekly series will provide relevant and important tax and financial changes in a quick\, concise format.Each week\, Mike and his co-presenters will dispense news on current events impacting taxes\, finance\, and industry. The subject matter will differ each week and intermittently include topics such as Social Security and Medicare. The panelists will discuss personal and corporate tax matters as well as other late-breaking news related to practitioners’ personal finances and those of their clients.Every financial professional will benefit from this series. \nDesigned For\nFinancial professionals who wish to be up to speed on the latest news affecting themselves and their clients \nObjectives\n\nBe well informed on current topics impacting taxes\, finance\, and industry\n\nMajor Subjects\nCOBRA continuation coverage    Coronavirus-related distributions (CRDs)    Using Form 8915-E    Changes brought about by the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 \nInstructions\nNone
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx315-27-surgents-weekly-expert-hour-original-air-date-5-20-21/
CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video
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