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ACPEN: S Corporations: How to Calculate Shareholder Basis
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
Discuss the calculation of basis when the entity is formed including the impact of contributed property Explain the importance of shareholder loans to the entity Uses a comprehensive example to illustrate the mechanics of the basis determination process Discuss how basis is impacted by distributions of corporation property and sale/or liquidation of the S corporation interest Explain how S corporation losses impact Form 1040 Schedule E reporting Show how to get from the Schedule K-1 information to the basis calculations
ACPEN: Introduction to Governmental Accounting 103
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1.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
Major and Non-major funds Basis of accounting variations Why geography matters in a financial statement report
ACPEN: The FASB Conceptual Framework
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
Purpose and structure of the FASB Conceptual Framework Recognition and derecognition criteria Measurement concepts and approaches Qualitative characteristics of useful financial information Elements of financial statements Footnote disclosure requirements Relationship between the framework and standard-setting Practical application of the framework in accounting decisions
ACPEN: What's Going on at the AICPA (2026/27)
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
AICPA audit and attestation developments Next phase of quality management Monitoring and remediation responsibilities SSAE No. 24 and SSARS No. 26 updates Exposure drafts on confirmations and fraud SAS No. 149 and group audit implications
Reasonable Compensation for S Corps
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Explain the payroll tax advantage of taking distributions over wagesReview key court cases that shape todays reasonable compensation landscapeHow to use court factors to stress test reasonable compensationBest practices for determining reasonable compensationReview of the IRS’s enforcement on reasonable compensation; past, present and future
Surgent's Capital Assets: Basis and Taxation for Financial Professionals
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $119
Capital asset classification and basis determination Realization vs. recognition rules and special scenarios Disallowed losses and related limitations Types of capital gains and losses and their tax treatment Netting capital gains and losses Calculating taxes on ordinary income and capital gains Marginal vs. effective tax rates Tax planning strategies for capital assets
ACPEN: Public Speaking Secrets That Wow Audiences
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
Overcoming the Common Obstacles to Public Speaking Fear of rejection/ failure and how to overcome From Unconscious Incompetence to Unconscious Competence Toastmasters and practicing by video Act “As If,” Do One Breath Technique to be more relaxed Creating the Content of the Talk What are the concerns of your audience? Talks consist of a title, an introduction, an opening, a body of content, a conclusion and a closing How to Deliver a Talk Effectively The clothes you wear and how you look matter Charisma = energy Smile and act enthusiastic Use self deprecating humor Making the Talk Entertaining Vary the speed of your delivery The Power of stories Memorization and Practice Key word system and note cards Practice thru video or get feedback through others Creating Stories that Rock
ACPEN: K2’s Data Analytics For Accountants And Auditors
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
Understanding the importance of data analytics in modern business environments Generating and interpreting data analytics using everyday applications such as Microsoft Excel and Microsoft's Power BI platform Using regression analysis to create and validate forecasts and projections
ACPEN: Project Management for Tax Preparers: Improving Workflow, Efficiency, and Client Service
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
Project management in tax practices Client onboarding and initiation Workflow and execution strategies Monitoring and risk management Communication and collaboration
Operations Level Internal Control
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0.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
The major topics covered in this course include:An overview of controls that drive proceduresConsiderations for procedural control developmentUnderstanding and controlling risk that arises when organizations change
Leveraging ChatGPT for Innovative Business Advisory Services
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0.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics covered in this course include:Introduction to ChatGPT and its applications in the business advisory contextIn-depth exploration of enterprise evaluation methodologies like SWOT, PESTLE, BCG Matrix, McKinsey 7S Model, Ansoff Matrix, etc.Practical case studies demonstrating application of ChatGPT in accounting business analysisKey challenges faced by accounting firms and how ChatGPT can help overcome theseBest practices for implementing AI tools in the accounting sectorFuture opportunities and trends in AI-enhanced business advisory services
ACPEN: Internal Control Frameworks for Single Audit
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1.0 Credits
Member Price: $39
COSO 2013 Update Yellowbook Accounting
ACPEN: K2’s Client Accounting Services For CPA Firms: Strategies For Growth And Success
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
CAS overview to understand the service offerings, client needs, and market opportunities Selecting technology tools in CAS for accounting, workflow, and client collaboration Designing Service Delivery Models that are scalable and efficient processes for CAS Managing client relationships and setting expectations to deliver consistent value Evaluating pricing strategies, including fixed fee, subscription, and other pricing models Ensuring governance and meeting regulatory standards for data security and compliance Adapting to emerging technologies and evolving client demands to future-proof the practice
ACPEN: Employees Today and Tomorrow: The ROI on Your People?
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
Dealing with people issues the right way Conflict management issues How to truly empower your employees? Organizational culture and how to be a part of positive change What are some the ‘other’ employee issues that go unsaid? What does work/life balance mean today?
ACPEN: Real Estate Professionals: Passive Activity, Sec. 199A and Investment Income Tax
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
Definition, pros and cons of being a real estate professional Integration of the real estate professional rules with reporting on Form 1040, Schedule E Real estate professionals and indirectly owned (partnerships, S corporations) entity’s reporting on Form 1040 How ""real estate business"" is interpreted under the Section 199A rules and how it integrates with the passive activity rules Real estate professionals and the Form 8582 (Passive Activities) How to make the ""grouping"" election for passive activities and the flow-through deduction
ACPEN: S Corporations – Overview
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
Overview of S Corporation election and compliance requirements Comparison of S Corporations with other business entities Preparing Form 2553 and addressing late filing relief Shareholder stock and debt basis considerations Form 1120S and Schedule K-1: key aspects and reporting requirements Officer reasonable compensation requirements and IRS audit strategies Introduction to Schedules K-2 and K-3 Compliance with corporate formalities and taxable fringe benefits
ACPEN: K2's Optimizing Your CAS and Advisory Tech Stack
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
CAS overview to understand the service offerings, client needs, and market opportunities Selecting technology tools in CAS for accounting, workflow, and client collaboration Designing Service Delivery Models that are scalable and efficient processes for CAS Managing client relationships and setting expectations to deliver consistent value
ACPEN: Metrics Management – Dashboards, Performance Tools, and Open-Book Management
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
Business Performance Management (BPM) concepts and tools Designing effective dashboards and scorecards Using color, visuals, and layout to improve understanding Common reporting and dashboard failures Asking the right questions: what happened, why, and what’s next Open-book management principles and requirements Linking metrics to incentives and behavior Building trust through transparency and clarity
Hot Topics Audit & Attest Update - 2026
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0.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Recent quality improvements to the SASs and SSARsOther matters that should be on your radar
Surgent's Foundations of Cybersecurity for Financial Professionals
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $119
Financial professionals’ roles in cybersecurity risk management Foundational terminology and principles (e.g., risk management, threat actors) Real-world case studies of cybersecurity strategies in financial settings Integrating cybersecurity into financial reporting and compliance Understanding the dynamic cybersecurity threat environment