BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//South Carolina Association of CPAs - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://sc.cpa X-WR-CALDESC:Events for South Carolina Association of CPAs REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T212408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T031614Z UID:10004476-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSAA272/25) Surgent's New SASs Effective for December 31\, 2021 Audits DESCRIPTION:Event Description\n2021 will be a very impactful year for audits\, as SASs 134-140 become effective for audits for year-ends after December 15\, 2021. In this course\, we’ll review the key changes coming to financial statement audits as a result of these new standards\, including the format of the new auditor’s report and consideration of key audit matters. The course will also review key changes under SAS 135 related to identifying significant unusual transactions and the expanded audit procedures which must be performed to address risks associated with them.Lastly\, the course will review the AICPA’s updated definition of materiality\, expanded procedures and reporting related to other information in annual reports\, and conforming changes to the auditor’s opinion in other special reporting situations. \nDesigned For\nAccounting and auditing practitioners at all levels desiring to remain up to date on recent pronouncements and other standard setters’ activities \nObjectives\nIdentify the new guidance in recently issued SASs which will be effective for 2021 audits Implement the new AU-C standards \nMajor Subjects\nNew format of the auditor’s opinion\, including the inclusion of key audit matters Significant unusual transactions Determining materiality Conforming changes to other reports issued under the SAS \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssaa272-25-surgents-new-sass-effective-for-december-31-2021-audits/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T212413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T031621Z UID:10004477-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSTX157/25) Surgent's Individual Income Tax Fundamentals DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nThis course will take new and administrative staff from the most basic concepts to a full understanding of individual tax return preparation – just in time for the crunch of busy season! Updated for impacts of recent legislation\, including the SECURE Act 2.0\, the Inflation Reduction Act\, American Rescue Plan Act\, the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021\, the CARES Act\, and the SECURE Act\, and the TCJA. The course builds from a strong technical foundation\, to prepare simple\, to moderate\, to complicated individual tax returns. \nDesigned For\nNew staff\, rusty or those returning to the profession\, who desire to prepare individual returns \nObjectives\nPrepare simple\, to moderate\, to complicated individual tax returns Learn complicated issues of filing status and dependency exemptions Understand issues with reporting capital gains transactions Complete targeted comprehensive problems related to Schedule A\, Schedule C\, Schedule D\, Form 4797\, and Alternative Minimum Tax Overview of passive activity rules Complete several tax returns; many schedules and worksheets; answers with filled-in forms are provided \nMajor Subjects\nEffects of recent legislation\, including the recently enacted Inflation Reduction Act and the SECURE Act 2.0; The Qualified Business Income deduction; Filing information\, filing status\, personal exemptions\, dependents\, the standard deduction\, etc.; Wages and salaries; Interest income\, dividend income\, mutual funds\, Social Security; Figuring tax; Basic income tax preparation\, Form 1040\, and Schedules 1 – 3; Capital gains and losses; Medical and dental expenses\, charitable contributions; IRA contributions and distributions; Distributions from qualified retirement plans\, pensions\, and annuities; Profit and loss from business or profession and self-employment tax; Depreciation; Rental income and expenses; Preparation of Schedules A\, B\, C\, D\, E\, and Forms 4562\, 4797\, and more \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx157-25-surgents-individual-income-tax-fundamentals/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Text END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T212417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T040411Z UID:10004478-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSTX287/25) Surgent's Weekly Expert Hour (Original Air Date: 11/12/20) 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\nBe well informed on current topics impacting taxes\, finance\, and industry \nMajor Subjects\nTreasury Decision 9930 and its effect on required minimum distributions Rev. Proc. 2020-50 guidance Data security Data retention: which documents should you keep and for how long? \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx287-25-surgents-weekly-expert-hour-original-air-date-11-12-20/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T212511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T040419Z UID:10004479-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSTX148/25) Surgent's Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nEmployment taxes are often overlooked as an area where more planning may be effective. Payroll taxes have become an increasing burden for the average business and IRS penalties for noncompliance have risen dramatically in recent years. As a result\, they have also been subject to employer incentives. The Service has announced that uncovering noncompliance by employers ranks high on its audit list. This course presents an overview of employee versus independent contractor criteria\, the federal payroll taxes form\, Form 1099\, and related compliance issues. \nDesigned For\nCPAs in public accounting and industry with responsibility for payroll tax compliance \nObjectives\nDistinguish an employee from an independent contractor and understand the relief available to employers who misclassify employees Understand the withholding requirements for FICA and federal income taxes for Forms W-2 and 1099\, including back-up withholding Examine employer requirements regarding Form W-4 Understand the gig economy and the payroll tax responsibilities associated with it \nMajor Subjects\nStatutory employees\, independent contractors\, and possible changes to Sect 530 relief Using SS-8 Payroll Tax Penalties;– Who is a responsible person? Forms W-2\, 1099\, 1099-NEC\, SS-8\, W-4\, 941\, and Form 940 reporting/deposit requirements and due dates Understanding payroll tax responsibilities in the gig economy \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx148-25-surgents-guide-to-payroll-taxes-and-1099-issues/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T212516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T035809Z UID:10004480-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSAA195/25) Surgent's FASB Accounting Standards Update DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nDesigned to keep you up to date on recent activity of the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB)\, this course will summarize recently issued Accounting Standards Updates (ASUs) issued by the FASB in 2020 and 2021 year to date. The course will discuss the main provisions of the ASU\, application guidance\, and information on transition and the effective dates for the new ASU. This course is the place to go to stay current on all FASB-related matters. \nDesigned For\nAccounting and auditing practitioners at all levels desiring to remain up to date on recent pronouncements and other standard setters’ activities \nObjectives\nRecall recently issued ASUs of greatest significance to smaller and medium-sized entities Identify items on the FASB’s technical agenda \nMajor Subjects\nFASB Accounting Standards Updates issued in 2020 and 2021 to date Items on which the PCC is consulting; Projects on the FASB’s Technical Agenda \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssaa195-25-surgents-fasb-accounting-standards-update/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T212605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T040427Z UID:10004481-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSTX123/25) The Best Individual Income Tax Update Course by Surgent DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nThis highly informative course comprehensively covers all the latest tax law developments. The focus is on individual taxation and discussion of the planning opportunities practitioners need to understand to help clients respond effectively. You will come away from the course with the up-to-date knowledge to educate your individual tax clients and implement tax-saving ideas that will serve their ever-evolving needs. This course is continually updated to reflect enacted legislation. Please Note: Due to content overlap\, it is recommended that this course NOT be taken together with BFTU. \nDesigned For\nAll tax practitioners\, both those working in public accounting as well as those in private industry\, who need the latest information on tax changes affecting their individual clients \nObjectives\nUnderstand strategies and tactics to use in light of new legislation Understand the most current guidance on retirement planning Understand how to nail down valuable deductions and other reductions to the tax base \nMajor Subjects\nComprehensive coverage of the Inflation Reduction Act\, including: The Clean Vehicle Credit\, Credit for Previously Owned Clean Vehicles\, Credit for Qualified Commercial Clean Vehicles\, Residential Clean Energy Credit\, Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit\, Premium Tax Credit\, and Prevailing Wage and Apprenticeship Requirements Comprehensive coverage of the SECURE 2.0 Act\, including: Expanding Enrollment in Retirement Plans\, Increase in Age for Required Beginning Date for Mandatory Distributions\, New Exceptions to Penalty-Free Withdrawal from Retirement Plans\, and recent IRS guidance Timely coverage of breaking tax legislation New Form 1099-K reporting requirements Detailed analysis and examples of Sale of Passthrough Entity Interest and Net Investment Income Tax Residency and Domicile Selling a principal residence\, including tax planning strategies Real Estate professional requirements Virtual currency\, including recent developments regarding NFTs\, new Form 1099-DA\, and recently released proposed regulations regarding new IIJA broker reporting requirements Review of pertinent cases and rulings affecting taxpayers Practice aids\, including all the numbers applicable for the current year — inflation-adjusted amounts\, mileage rates\, retirement contributions\, and more Advanced practice\, reporting\, and other issues intertwined with advanced planning and discussion ideas \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx123-25-the-best-individual-income-tax-update-course-by-surgent/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T212612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T033710Z UID:10004482-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSMG135/25) Surgent's Microsoftr Excelr 2016: Useful Functions for CPAs DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nThis course guides you through creating formulas using Financial\, Date & Time\, Math & Trig\, Statistical\, Lookup & Reference\, Database\, Text and Logical functions. \nDesigned For\nExperienced Excel 2016 users\, or experienced Excel users switching from earlier versions. \nObjectives\nIdentify multiple ways to create a formula using one or more functions; Select Financial functions to calculate the internal rate of return\, net present value\, future value\, present value\, payment and depreciation; Select Date & Time functions to insert date and time components; Select Math & Trig functions to calculate the sum of a range of numbers; find a random number and the positive square root of a number; and round calculations to a specific number of places; Select Statistical functions to find the average\, maximum\, minimum\, count\, median and mode of a range of numbers plus the top five numbers; Select Lookup & Reference functions to find specific data and document worksheet formulas; Select specific criteria and Database functions to calculate the sum\, average\, maximum value\, minimum value and number of cells containing numbers in a database field; Select Text functions to improve worksheet appearance; and Select Logical functions to perform calculations based on one or more tests. \nMajor Subjects\nIRR\, NPV\, FV\, PV\, PMT\, SLN\, SYD\, and DB Financial functions; NOW\, TODAY\, DATE\, MONTH\, DAY\, YEAR\, TIME\, HOUR\, MINUTE\, SECOND\, WEEKDAY\, and NETWORKDAYS Date and Time functions; SUM\, RAND\, SQRT\, and ROUND Math and Trig functions; AVERAGE\, MAX\, MIN\, COUNT\, MEDIAN\, MODE.SNGL\, and LARGE Statistical functions; VLOOKUP\, HLOOKUP\, and FORMULATEXT Lookup and Reference functions; DSUM\, DCOUNT\, DAVERAGE\, DMIN\, and DMAX Database functions; PROPER\, SUBSTITUTE\, and LOWER Text functions; and IF\, AND\, and IFNA Logical functions. \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssmg135-25-surgents-microsoftr-excelr-2016-useful-functions-for-cpas/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Text END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T212614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T033119Z UID:10004483-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSTX263/25) Surgent's Weekly Expert Hour (Original Air Date: 8/19/21) 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\nBe well informed on current topics impacting taxes\, finance\, and industry \nMajor Subjects\nElection used in determining whether an entity is a syndicate Tax Pro Account Revenue Procedure 2021-33 Notice 2021-49; Guidance on the ERTC \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx263-25-surgents-weekly-expert-hour-original-air-date-8-19-21/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T212617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T034514Z UID:10004484-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSTX175/25) Surgent's What Tax Practitioners Need to Know About Medicare DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nWhen the first cohort of Baby Boomers turned age 65 several years ago\, tax advisors began to be bombarded with questions concerning all facets of Medicare. How does Medicare work? How do I apply? How much does it cost? Is Medicare optional or required? This program provides a basic introduction to the Medicare program and covers many of the areas of the Medicare program that clients are most interested in. If you\, or some of your clients\, have questions relating to Medicare\, this program is a must for you. \nDesigned For\nTax practitioners who currently advise or who anticipate advising clients with respect to Medicare enrollment and/or Medicare coverage issues \nObjectives\nUnderstand who is eligible for Medicare Determine whether an individual will have to pay a surtax for Medicare Part B and Part D coverage Ascertain whether private or spousal insurance options are preferable to Medicare \nMajor Subjects\nEligibility for Medicare How to apply for Medicare Introduction to Parts A\, B\, C\, and D of Medicare Payments for Parts B and D of Medicare: the higher costs imposed on higher income beneficiaries Late enrollment penalties Medicare Advantage in lieu of original Medicare The Affordable Care Act’s impact on Medicare Current and late breaking legislative and regulatory developments \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx175-25-surgents-what-tax-practitioners-need-to-know-about-medicare/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T212705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T040612Z UID:10004485-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSOT104/25) Surgent's Lessons Learned From Recent Accounting Malpractice Actions DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nRecent economic volatility has created added stress on accounting and finance professionals and their clients. When individuals or businesses lose money\, they often blame others for their misfortune. Business disputes can sometimes lead to accounting malpractice claims. Understanding the most common types of accounting malpractice claims provides a roadmap of what not to do. This course provides a current overview of accounting malpractice litigation throughout the United States. The goal is to learn about the types of claims asserted against CPA firms and strategies to employ to avoid such claims. Reviewing malpractice claims allows us to identify patterns of behavior that may reduce litigation risk. \nDesigned For\nAccounting or financial service professionals who seek to gain a better understanding of current accounting malpractice claims and steps to avoid claims in the future \nObjectives\nIdentify high risk activities to avoid Recognize common defenses to malpractice claims Be well versed in standards of professional conduct Understand the litigation process for malpractice claims \nMajor Subjects\nCommon instances of accounting malpractice Current claim trends Frequent defenses to claims Statute of limitations Damages Claims by practice area \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssot104-25-surgents-lessons-learned-from-recent-accounting-malpractice-actions/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T212711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T034517Z UID:10004486-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSTX252/25) Surgent's Weekly Expert Hour (Original Air Date: 10/21/21) 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\nBe well informed on current topics impacting taxes\, finance\, and industry \nMajor Subjects\nLegislative update (as of 10/21/21) TIGTA report #2021-30-042 Tax aspects of selling a home \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx252-25-surgents-weekly-expert-hour-original-air-date-10-21-21/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T212712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T040618Z UID:10004487-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSTX177/25) Surgent's The Essential Multistate Tax Update DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nWith the largest overhaul of the federal income tax code in 30 years and the repeal of the physical presence nexus standards for sales tax in the Wayfair case\, the states are working fast and furious to overhaul their tax laws. As some states scramble to fund their budgets\, they continue to look for additional forms of revenue. Plan to attend this fast-paced class that covers developing topics in state taxation\, ranging from individuals to pass-through entities to corporate taxpayers. This class will focus on issues of small and middle-market companies and offer guidance for minimizing tax liability and negotiating the treacherous waters of compliance. \nDesigned For\nAccountants who want an update on current multistate tax issues to minimize clients’ potential state and local tax liability \nObjectives\nUnderstand changes in state statutes\, regulations and case law Determine how the states will treat changes under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Identify areas that may require additional attention for state tax planning purposes Identify areas that may be costly for employers or clients Understand the who\, what\, when\, and where of nexus for income and sales tax \nMajor Subjects\nEmployees working in multiple states: Withholding issues (when to start and where to withhold) special issues depending on type of tax assessed in the state or locality Emerging sales tax topics: Elimination of the physical presence standard in determining nexus (Wayfair case); economic nexus for remote sellers; assisting remote sellers in determining a plan of action in states that enforce economic nexus Emerging compliance issues in the new sales tax economy Income Tax (and other forms of tax): Economic nexus (taxation without physical presence) Will states shift away from income tax and increase reliance on sales tax after Wayfair? Treatment of Tax Cuts and Jobs Act by the states: presence of intangible property; is P.L. 86-272 still valid? Pass-through problems: Nexus issues for interest owners Treatment of the 199A deduction for pass through entities by states: Withholding issues Practical considerations in dealing with multistate taxation: Dealing with state nexus questionnaires When to consider voluntary compliance: Responsibility of officers\, members\, partners\, and shareholders; planning ideas and opportunities; updates on pending federal legislation relative to state tax \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx177-25-surgents-the-essential-multistate-tax-update/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Text END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T212713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T034521Z UID:10004488-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSTX128/25) Surgent's Choosing the Right Business Entity DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nThe business structure a client chooses influences virtually everything: day-to-day operations\, taxes\, how much of their personal assets are at risk\, and more. For this and many other reasons\, it is critical that a client choose a business structure that gives the right balance of legal protections and benefits.From a tax perspective\, in terms of selecting an entity to do business in\, the universe shifted with the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act enacted at the end of 2017. The tax rate for C corporations was lowered to 21% and the 199A deduction offered pass-through entities the chance to significantly lower the rate at which they are taxed. But how do all these options work and which option is best for what business? Those questions are at the heart of this webinar. In this program\, we discuss whether there is a “best entity” for our clients. We all know that re-examining choice of entity determination is at the top of the agenda for client meetings during and after the 2022 tax season because clients continue to want reassurance that they have the most tax-efficient entity. This program will equip you with the knowledge and insights you need to lead those discussions. \nDesigned For\nTax practitioners seeking to understand the issues that impact choice-of-entity determinations for 2022 \nObjectives\nHelp clients choose the tax entity that is most advantageous to them in 2022 \nMajor Subjects\nWhy businesses operate as C corporations Why businesses operate as pass-through entities Converting to a C corporation in 2022 How and why to adopt S corporation status Tax and business situations that impact entity selection \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx128-25-surgents-choosing-the-right-business-entity/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T212714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T025916Z UID:10004489-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSTE117/25) Surgent's Data Security: Best Practices to Protect Your Business and Yourself DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nData security is a front-of-mind topic for most businesses because the risk and cost statistics are sobering. Each of us is in the crosshairs because a typical internet-connected computer faces a cyberattack every 39 seconds. Businesses of all sizes should be cognizant of the ethical issues that must be considered when planning their approach to privacy and data security. In this webinar\, we will explore both the risks we have traditionally faced in the workplace personally\, as well as the novel set of data privacy threats and compliance challenge issues employers face with a remote and mobile workforce. \nDesigned For\nAnyone responsible for designing or implementing data security policies for their company or firm or anyone who wants to better understand the current data privacy threats for individuals and businesses \nObjectives\nPlan an effective approach to privacy and data security in the workplace as well as for the remote workforce Explain common data privacy risks and threats faced today by both individuals and businesses \nMajor Subjects\nEthical duty to safeguard employee\, client\, and litigant data Common threats\, including phishing\, ransomware\, and bad password management Security management of business and personal electronic devices Best practices for creating and securing passwords Insight into how our personal information is exploited in our daily lives \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sste117-25-surgents-data-security-best-practices-to-protect-your-business-and-yourself/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T212814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T045316Z UID:10004490-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSTX196/25) Surgent's Taxation of Partnership Distributions and Sales of Partnership Interests DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nThis program focuses on two parts of Subchapter K\, partnership distributions and sales of partnership interests – topics that tax practitioners are often asked about by clients.Tax practitioners are called upon to advise both the partnership which makes distributions and the partners receiving the distributions regarding the tax consequences of these transactions. Additionally\, tax practitioners will be deeply involved in decisions regarding the sale and purchase of a partnership interest. These topics are thoroughly covered in this program. The presenters also discuss several types of partnership distributions and the tax rules relating to them\, as well as analyze the tax rules relating to the sale of a partnership interest. Tax practitioners will be given an in-depth analysis of these complex topics\, so that they can effectively answer their clients’ questions. \nDesigned For\nAccounting and finance professionals seeking to gain a deeper understanding of partnership distributions/sales \nObjectives\nBe familiar with the complex issues related to partnership distributions and sales Advise individual and business clients regarding these practice issues \nMajor Subjects\nTypes of partnership distributions Liquidating partnership distributions Basis of property distributed by a partnership Special basis adjustments under Section 732(d) Abandoned and worthless partnership interests Section 751(a) exchange Transactions between partners and their partnerships Disguised sales Section 736(a) and (b) payments \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx196-25-surgents-taxation-of-partnership-distributions-and-sales-of-partnership-interests/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T212906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T050510Z UID:10004491-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSAA210/25) Surgent's Annual FASB Update and Review DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nThis course provides a detailed discussion on the key topics related to financial reporting\, though in a summarized format. The course will focus on recent ASUs issued by the FASB with a concentration on issues of greatest significance to most accounting practitioners. Specifically\, the course will review recently issued FASB standards on leases and provide an update on the status of ASC 842 implementation and other hot button accounting issues\, such as what is on the FASB’s technical agenda. This course is the place to go for a succinct but thorough update on the big topics impacting financial accounting and reporting. \nDesigned For\nPracticing CPAs and their staffs\, both in public accounting and business and industry\, as well as controllers\, accountants\, and other financial accounting personnel involved in financial statement preparation and review \nObjectives\nBe aware of recent private company standard setting activities Review the latest FASB Accounting Standards Updates (ASUs) Understand the new lease accounting guidance found in Topic 842\, Leases Recall key provisions of recently issued FASB Updates \nMajor Subjects\nPrivate company standard setting activities Recent FASB Accounting Standards Updates (ASUs) Topic 842\, Leases ASC 326: CECL \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssaa210-25-surgents-annual-fasb-update-and-review/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Text END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T212910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T034317Z UID:10004492-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSOT109/25) Surgent's Build Professional Relationships to Enhance Your Career-Authentic Networking DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nNetworking can be a game changer but is too often viewed as a self- promotion tool that is not natural for most people. When one flips the context and instead views it as a way to help and support others while also improving professional relationships and ultimately enhancing career opportunities\, the results are undeniable! This seminar provides participants with techniques to feel comfortable and confident in every networking setting from large conferences to one-on-one encounters. Both external and internal (within the company or firm) strategies are covered. \nDesigned For\nAnyone in the accounting or financial service professions interested in learning how to build and sustain long term professional relationships and connections for career success. \nObjectives\nUnderstand the three components of effective networking: preparation\, participation\, and follow-up; Know how to build a business network in the workplace and industry Understand the mechanics of retaining and reinforcing existing professional relationships \nMajor Subjects\nThe psychology of perception Preparation checklist for networking Presenting your best self Perception management Preparing oneself for networking Setting expectations and limits Seamless self-introductions How to introduce others Overcoming anxiety How to start conversations Situational questions The art of conversation flow Listening skills Topics to avoid Graceful exits Body language Navigating large events/conferences One-on-one meetings Cocktail party etiquette Remembering names Strategies for introverts Follow up recommendations How to maintain and sustain relationships long term \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssot109-25-surgents-build-professional-relationships-to-enhance-your-career-authentic-networking/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T212913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T045918Z UID:10004493-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSAA144/25) Surgent's Going Concern Considerations in the COVID-19 Environment DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nOf all the financial reporting impacts related to COVID-19\, financial statement disclosure and accountants’ reporting when substantial doubt about an entity’s ability to continue as a going concern is likely to continue for several reporting cycles. In this course\, we’ll review the accounting disclosure guidance related to going concern considerations found in ASC 205-40\, and provide actual client examples when substantial doubt exists and it has and has not been alleviated by management’s plans.Further\, the course will cover auditors’ responsibilities related to going concern as well as those of the accountant in SSARS engagements. The course will cover standard audit procedures\, which an accountant would likely perform regarding management’s mitigation plans\, as well as review when and how an accountant in a review engagement would assess management’s plans to alleviate the going concern risk. \nDesigned For\nAccounting and auditing practitioners at all levels desiring to remain up to date on recent pronouncements and other standard setters’ activities \nObjectives\nRecall accounting and reporting issues related to going concern considerations and the COVID-19 pandemic Apply FASB and AICPA guidance to client situations \nMajor Subjects\nFASB guidance in ASC 205-40 regarding required disclosures when substantial doubt about an entity’s ability to continue as a going concern exists Sample disclosures under ASC 205-40 Accountant’s reporting considerations when substantial doubt exists \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssaa144-25-surgents-going-concern-considerations-in-the-covid-19-environment/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T212914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T042212Z UID:10004494-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSAA177/25) Surgent's Compilation and Review Overview DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nSpecifically designed for practitioners and their staff wanting an overview of compilation and review engagements\, this course will introduce you to the objectives of compilation and review engagements\, SSARS No. 21\, Clarification and Recodification\, which is currently applicable and is the most significant change to the compilation and review standards since their inception over thirty years ago\, and the basic components and characteristics of financial statement preparation\, compilation\, and review engagements. The course will also address the changes in professional standards for compilations and reviews due to the issuance of SSARS No. 22-25\, including SSARS No. 25’s guidance on materiality and reporting. This course will also provide you with a review of the ins and outs of accepting and planning compilation and review engagements. \nDesigned For\nAccounting practitioners and their staff wanting an overview of engagements prepared under SSARS No. 21\, Clarification and Recodification\, and related professional guidance \nObjectives\nUnderstand the objectives of financial statement preparation\, compilation\, and review engagements Be familiar with SSARS No. 21\, Clarification and Recodification Identify changes in professional standards due to the issuance of SSARS No. 22 & 25 Identify the basic components and characteristics of financial statement preparation\, compilation\, and review engagements Review the ins and outs of accepting and planning financial statement preparation\, compilation\, and review engagements \nMajor Subjects\nObjectives of financial statement preparation\, compilation\, and review engagements SSARS No. 21\, Clarification and Recodification Components and characteristics of financial statement preparation\, compilation\, and review engagements Accepting and planning financial statement preparation\, compilation\, and review engagements Overview of SSARS No. 22 & 25 \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssaa177-25-surgents-compilation-and-review-overview/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Text END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T213009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T032017Z UID:10004495-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSTX316/25) Surgent's Weekly Expert Hour (Original Air Date: 7/7/22) 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\nBe well informed on current topics impacting taxes\, finance\, and industry \nMajor Subjects\n2022 midterms E-Filing Recent and proposed changes regarding standard mileage rates\, the TCJA\, cryptocurrency\, and electronically amending returns Important Tax Reminders for People Selling a Home: Tax Tip 2022-78 Transparency in Coverage Rule (Final Rule) \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx316-25-surgents-weekly-expert-hour-original-air-date-7-7-22/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T213013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T024844Z UID:10004496-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSTX313/25) Surgent's Weekly Expert Hour (Original Air Date: 6/16/22) 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\nBe well informed on current topics impacting taxes\, finance\, and industry \nMajor Subjects\nThe IRS “Dirty Dozen” list for 2022\, which includes; potentially abusive arrangements that taxpayers should avoid Potential tax developments and legislation\, IRS proposed regulations\, and major rulings as of June 16\, 2022 Hybrid/asset-based long-term care insurance solutions \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx313-25-surgents-weekly-expert-hour-original-air-date-6-16-22/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T213111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T043027Z UID:10004497-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSAA172/25) Surgent's Fraud Environment DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nFraud is all around us\, though many times we miss it. As accountants\, we have a professional responsibility to detect material fraud. However\, our ability to detect fraud is directly related to our understanding of how fraud occurs\, how prevalent it is and what types of procedures allow both accountants and companies to detect fraud before it becomes material.In addition to providing a quick update on recently issued accounting and auditing standards\, this course will review the latest fraud statistics compiled by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)\, and see how COVID-19 has impacted the fraud landscape. Then the course will review our professional responsibilities to both detect fraud and to report actual or suspected fraud\, plus identify which procedures are most effective at identifying and preventing fraud. \nDesigned For\nAccounting and auditing practitioners at all levels desiring to remain up to date on recent pronouncements and other standard setters’ activities \nObjectives\nRecall common statistics concerning the prevalence of fraud Identify best practices in detecting fraud Discuss professional responsibilities of accountants related to fraud \nMajor Subjects\nStatistics compiled by the ACFE related to fraud Professional responsibilities to identity\, respond to and report fraudulent activity The current fraud landscape\, including who commits fraud\, how and why they commit it and how they are detected \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssaa172-25-surgents-fraud-environment/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T213112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T023731Z UID:10004498-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSTX182/25) Surgent's Max the Tax: Schedule C DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nIn this scavenger hunt game\, you’re a tax associate at Surging CPAs\, LLC. It’s the busy time of year\, and you arrive at work to find an urgent assignment in your inbox from your senior manager\, Caroline. Another colleague suddenly quit\, and Caroline needs help finishing the tax return today for the client\, Jasper Jones\, a small business owner. Jasper does not want to file an extension. You’re asked to jump in and help complete the Schedule C\, which is the only remaining form to complete the return. \nDesigned For\nTax practitioners desiring an interactive approach to learn key tax knowledge \nObjectives\nDetermine whether clien’s expenses are allowable on the Schedule C tax form Recognize appropriate reductions to taxable income for self-employed individuals \nMajor Subjects\nTips and tricks to prepare the Schedule C Income and expenses Tax invoice preparation Legal invoice Entertainment invoice Education invoice \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx182-25-surgents-max-the-tax-schedule-c/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Text END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T213118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T032152Z UID:10004499-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSTX115/25) The Best S Corporation\, Limited Liability\, and Partnership Update Course by Surgent DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nThis year practitioners need to keep abreast of tax changes affecting pass-through entities used by their business clients and employers\, and this enlightening course delivers that information. You will learn invaluable strategies\, techniques\, innovative tax-planning concepts\, income-generating ideas\, and other planning opportunities available to S corporations\, partnerships\, LLCs\, and LLPs. In addition\, this course will discuss current trends and emerging issues\, helping practitioners stay informed about relevant and significant topics that may impact their clients. Continually updated to reflect enacted legislation. \nDesigned For\nAll tax practitioners\, both those working in public accounting as well as those in private industry\, who need the latest information on tax changes affecting their business clients or employers \nObjectives\nUnderstand the major issues on which taxpayers and the IRS are in conflict Understand recent IRS guidance and legislation impacting pass-through entities \nMajor Subjects\nComprehensive coverage of the Inflation Reduction Act\, including: The Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax\, The Clean Vehicle Credit\, Credit for Previously Owned Clean Vehicles\, Credit for Qualified Commercial Clean Vehicles\, and Prevailing Wage and Apprenticeship Requirements Principles and considerations for nonresident withholding\, composite payments\, and passthrough endity taxes Comprehensive coverage of the;SECURE 2.0 Act with a focus on provisions applicable to employers Retirements and redemptions: considerations for partnerships and S corporations Timely coverage of breaking tax legislation Schedules K-2 and K-3 reporting requirements\, including the 2022 domestic filing exception and Form 1116 exemption Form 7203\, S Corporation Shareholder Stock and Debt Basis Limitations\, with examples of how to calculate stock basis Selected Practice and Reporting Issues: What’s new? A review of recent cases and tax law changes and IRS guidance affecting S corporations\, partnerships\, limited liability companies\, and limited liability partnerships New Form 1099-K reporting requirements Bonus depreciation in 2023 Section 163(j) in 2023 Section 174 Research & Experimental Expenditures New FinCEN reporting requirements in 2024 Employee vs independent contractor considerations that companies should be aware of A review of like-kind exchange transactions under §1031 Special basis adjustments\, including comprehensive examples \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx115-25-the-best-s-corporation-limited-liability-and-partnership-update-course-by-surgent/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Text END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T213120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T051415Z UID:10004500-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSOT114/25) Surgent's Crowdfunding: A General Overview DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nIn the past\, entrepreneurs who sought investment capital for their start-ups were subject to the preferences and expectations of a small set of wealthy investors. These venture capitalists and angel investors often played the role of highly selective gatekeepers\, denying countless potential business leaders the opportunity to bring their well-thought ideas to market. Much has changed.Today\, crowdfunding disrupts many of the traditional models for start-up investing. Crowdfunding provides capital for new businesses by asking the general public for donations. The system works by entrepreneurs creating websites enabling internet users to view information\, photos and promotional videos explaining why they seek funding. Instead of receiving equity in the company\, investors are often rewarded for pledging their financial support for the start-up business. Investment revenue from crowdfunding has grown globally from $3.9 billion in 2017 to projected growth of $11.9 billion by 2023. Despite its incredible growth\, crowdfunding remains underutilized by businesses. This course is intended to provide accounting and other professionals with a basic understanding of the crowdfunding process to better inform their clients and colleagues about this rapidly growing platform. \nDesigned For\nAnyone in the accounting or financial services profession who seeks to understand the crowdfunding process. Or\, accounting and financial professionals who counsel individuals who own or are considering starting a business that might benefit from crowdfun \nObjectives\nUnderstand how crowdfunding platforms work Understand the different types of crowdfunding campaigns Recognize strategies for building a successful crowdfunding campaign \nMajor Subjects\nHow crowdfunding works The different types of crowdfunding programs Popular crowdfunding platforms Strategies for building a crowdfunding community Creating a crowdfunding campaign Running a crowdfunding campaign \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssot114-25-surgents-crowdfunding-a-general-overview/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T213310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T034827Z UID:10004501-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSAA197/25) Surgent's Fraud 101: Understanding Basic Fraud Schemes DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nThis course will discuss common fraud schemes found in business transactions. The course also includes a conversation with Nathan Mueller\, a reformed white-collar offender who committed financial statement fraud from a large financial institution.This is the first of five 2-hour courses in Surgent’s Fraud Certificate Program. This program includes a combination of lectures\, animated videos\, and live interviews with white-collar offenders and whistle-blowers. Each course is designed to be engaging and informative and will enhance your understanding of fraud. \nDesigned For\nProfessionals who want to understand common fraud schemes and red flags commonly missed \nObjectives\nBe familiar with various types of embezzlement and financial statement fraud schemes Recognize and identify red flags that are often missed \nMajor Subjects\nCommon embezzlement schemes Common financial statement fraud schemes Commonly missed red flags \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssaa197-25-surgents-fraud-101-understanding-basic-fraud-schemes/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T213414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T044427Z UID:10004502-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSAA107/25) Surgent's Auditing Accounts Receivable: An Overview DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nAccounts receivable tends to carry higher risk of material misstatement due to the complexity and subjectivity involved with recognition\, measure\, and valuation. In addition\, revenue recognition is presumed to be a significant fraud risk. This module will discuss the risks associated with accounts receivable and the allowance for doubtful accounts as well as techniques for auditing those areas. (Please Note: This module is part of Surgent’s Audit Skills Training: Level 2.) \nDesigned For\nAccountants with responsibilities for auditing accounts receivable \nObjectives\nIdentify audit risks and special audit considerations Tailor a detailed audit plan for accounts receivable based on the assessed risk Evaluate confirmation responses and identify areas for follow-up Evaluate and conclude on the valuation for the allowance for doubtful accounts \nMajor Subjects\nRisks of material misstatement associated with auditing accounts receivable Internal controls associated with accounts receivable Substantive procedures used in auditing accounts receivable External confirmation audit considerations\, including evaluating responses for propriety Evaluating the valuation of accounts receivable The AICPA’s new SAS on auditing estimates \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssaa107-25-surgents-auditing-accounts-receivable-an-overview/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T213506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T045915Z UID:10004503-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSAA119/25) Surgent's Accounting and Auditing Revenue DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nRevenue is often one of the largest and most significant line items in a company’s financial statements. It is also the line item that is most susceptible to fraud. Further\, all companies reporting under U.S. GAAP have either recently completed or are completing their transition to a complex new accounting standard for recognizing revenue from contracts with customers\, ASC 606. Clearly it is imperative that all auditors have a detailed understanding of both ASC 606 and how to effectively audit revenue transactions.In this session of the Surgent Audit Skills Series\, we’ll review the key elements of ASC 606\, including the new disclosure requirements for private companies under the new standard. Then\, we’ll focus on how to audit revenue\, including the elements of an effective risk assessment related to revenue\, key controls over the revenue process and substantive procedures. This information with both provides you with the information to audit revenue effectively and efficiently and comply with relevant auditing standards related to revenue. (Please Note: This module is part of Surgent’s Audit Skills Training: Level 3.) \nDesigned For\nAccountants with responsibilities for auditing accounts receivable \nObjectives\nThe FASB’s comprehensive new revenue recognition guidance in ASC Topic 606\, Revenue from Contracts with Customers Explaining audit risks associated with revenue Discussing how to tailor the audit plan to assessed risks of material misstatement Recalling common substantive procedures related to revenue \nMajor Subjects\nTopic 606\, Revenue from Contracts with Customers\, including recently issued ASUs impacting Topic 606 The FASB’s new five-step revenue recognition model\, including hands-on examples and illustrations of the new guidance\, including presentation and disclosure requirements Performing an effective risk assessment related to revenue Common internal controls and substantive audit procedures related to revenue \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssaa119-25-surgents-accounting-and-auditing-revenue/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T213509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T043220Z UID:10004504-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSTX302/25) Surgent's Weekly Expert Hour (Original Air Date: 7/23/20) 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\nBe well informed on current topics impacting taxes\, finance\, and industry \nMajor Subjects\nPPP loans (as of 7/23/20) Notice 2020-54 Labor law issues relating to the coronavirus pandemic Partnership developments (as of 7/23/20) \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sstx302-25-surgents-weekly-expert-hour-original-air-date-7-23-20/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T162942 CREATED:20250331T213512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T040109Z UID:10004505-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSTE103/25) Surgent's Data Analytics Readiness Series: Visualizations and Reporting DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nThis one-hour course will serve as an introduction to data visualization and reporting using Power BI and Excel. Users will understand the benefits of using Power BI to create data visualizations and how Power BI differs from previous functions in Excel for visualizations. A hands-on exercise will be applied where the user will work alongside the instructor to create dashboarding for journal entry testing. Specific focus will be on the relation among various tools for data analytics: Power Query\, Power Pivot\, PivotTables\, DAX formulas\, and storyboarding.This course is one in a ten-part certification series\, Core Data Analytics: Excel and Power BI Skills for Accounting and Finance Professionals\, by Surgent IQ. \nDesigned For\nAccountants who want to transition to data analysis and have a basic knowledge of Excel and Excel formulas \nObjectives\nUnderstand the applicable Excel skills that will be required in making the transition to data analyst; Understand what data visualization tools are available in Excel and Power BI and how they are superior to previous Excel tools Apply skills learned to create a dashboard for journal entry testing data Apply skills to present the output of analytical modeling in an easy to interpret form and evaluate the output of the analytics Be able to use the camera tool in Power BI to create dashboards \nMajor Subjects\nVisualization tools in Excel (camera\, slicers\, and timelines) Data view- why it went away. Power BI is the visualization tool to use All concepts learned in course are brought together in this last class to create a dashboard: Power Query- to extract transform and load data for the dashboard Power Pivot -to create the data model for the dashboard DAX formulas- for pivot tables to calculate values needed for model Pivot tables and charts- to create visualizations Camera tool to create dashboard Exercise- Using the data analytics workflow introduced in first class of series- to create dashboard for JE testing Journal entry by month and income statement accounts Descriptive statistics of journal entries Number of journal entry by month Journal entries by day of week Round journal entries Evaluate output of journal entry analytic Other approaches What are the false positives (noise)? Next steps in data analytics journey \nInstructions\nInstall Power Pivot and Data Analysis ToolPak URL:https://sc.cpa/event/sste103-25-surgents-data-analytics-readiness-series-visualizations-and-reporting/ LOCATION:SC CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR