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Establish The management of risk and implementation of robust corporate governance has become an increasingly important aspect of global business.

 While many companies are required by law, regulations or stakeholders to apply these processes and procedures, even more elect to do so as part of a successful business strategy.

Pierre-Louis & Associates CPA, P.C. works with businesses in all sectors, advising on their governance structures, providing a range of services designed to support clients in maintaining robust governance and assurance frameworks. They can assist on managing risks effectively while helping to embed transparency and accountability.

 

Back to Basics with Your Long Island Small Business Taxes

Starting a business is an exciting (and scary) step. Initially, you were equipped with a vision, some basic business know-how, and a plan. You also likely understood that you had tax obligations (you’re a taxpayer after all). However… having a general idea...

Frantz Pierre-Louis’s Tips to Avert Financial Crisis

I gotta say, every time I hear a new disaster being reported on the news, I am struck by how different my daily existence is from the devastation I see in the photos in my feed.I must confess to feeling some "disaster fatigue" setting in.It’s hard to see hard things...

The Most Likely Reasons Why Small-To-Mid Sized Businesses Fail

It's always been hard-scrapping for small-to-mid sized business owners . We've all heard the old adage: At least 85% and maybe as high as 98% of new small-to-mid sized businesses fail before they hit the five year mark. That rate may have been even higher over the...

Long Island Small Business Holiday Expenses: What Can I Deduct On Taxes?

Key TakeawaysCompany-wide holiday parties for employees (categorized as Employee Recreation/Entertainment) are generally 100% deductible, but confirm with your CPA. Meals with clients must be logged separately as Client Meals. Your tax preparer will apply the 50%...

Identifying Your Target Prospect by Frantz Pierre-Louis

With the business deadline (9/15) behind us, we're in tax planning season.Though the IRS (and Congress) haven't yet definitively made a statement about it (that we know of), here at Pierre-Louis & Associates CPA, P.C. we are operating according to the fact that the...

What You As Long Island Taxpayers Can Do If You Owe the IRS

If you owe the IRS back taxes, you’re most likely going to end up paying every dime.Despite what you hear on radio and TV commercials from sketchy companies, very few Long Island people qualify for the reduced settlement program the IRS offers.Just for the sake of...

Frantz Pierre-Louis’ Keys For Empowering Your Employees For Advancement

You can either train your Long Island employees and risk that they leave ... or choose not to train them and risk that they stay.Think about that for a moment.Are you empowering your employees for growth? Does your leadership team (which might be just you) brainstorm...

Evaluating Your Long Island Company’s Marketing ROI

I put a lot of effort into going beyond being a simple tax/accounting advisor for my Long Island clients, and I'm grateful to those who send back comments, who forward these on to their associates and, of course, for the many referrals that my clients and contacts...

Prioritizing Employee Wellness in Your Long Island Business

It’s a bit of a dog-eat-dog world for businesses these days. (Feel that sentiment in your bones?)Inflation is pervasive. Supply chain issues still have you jumping through hoops to get products. The hunt continues for good help… proving the adage. Covid-era debts now...

Watch Out for Tip Creep in Your Long Island Business

I’m sure you’ve noticed the rising pressure to tip in recent years. You go to pay for your drip coffee, the barista flips over the kiosk, and you’re confronted with the request to tip.And also wondering… Am I obligated to tip you to pour a cup of drip?Of course, no...

How You’re Missing Legal Tax Deductions

Here’s a certain truth: the State and Federal Government would love to have more of your hard-earned money in their accounts. Sure, even though it’s painful, none of us begrudge paying our legal and fair share of taxes.
But the problem is that regular taxpayers, like you, are missing out on legal and safe deductions, to the tune of hundreds of millions of dollars in unclaimed refunds every year!

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