Launching an e-commerce brand is an exciting leap. You are developing products, building your online presence, and bringing your vision to life. In the middle of that momentum, sales tax can feel like a detail that can be addressed later, but it is one of the most important foundations to establish early. E-commerce operates in…
For self-insured employers, rising medical claim denials are no longer a back-office nuisance, they represent a direct fiduciary risk under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). Every denial that delays care or reimbursement can expose plan sponsors to financial volatility, regulatory scrutiny, and litigation. As fiduciaries, employers must act prudently and solely…
The Department of Labor (DOL) announced a recent overhaul – the most significant made in recent years – with respect to the Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) National Enforcement Projects. This overhaul elevates new focus areas for enforcement while reducing or removing others. As part of its ongoing efforts to monitor compliance, address unethical behavior,…
Section 330 of the Public Health Service Act established the federal Health Center Program. The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) administers the program and grants awards to support health centers providing care to low-income individuals. In 2011, Congress established the Community Health Center Fund…
Global trade is complex, and for businesses importing goods into the United States, accurately managing tariffs and duties is crucial. Tariff miscalculations can lead to compliance issues, unexpected costs and margin of erosion. Many organizations searching for ways to manage landed cost, import duties, HS codes and item charges in Microsoft Dynamics Business Central quickly…
The season of giving has come and gone. There were countless charitable causes to support, but just because you think a client has donated lots of money or other assets, the tax courts won’t necessarily agree. Let’s walk through how recent tax court cases change the valuation landscape for donations and beyond. Say one of…
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at restricting large institutional investors from purchasing single‑family homes, a move the administration says is intended to improve access to homeownership for American families. The White House argues that the rapid growth of corporate ownership in the single‑family housing market has reduced available inventory for everyday…
In the dynamic world of marketing, creativity and strategy reign supreme. But behind every successful campaign and client win lies a financial engine that must run smoothly to support growth. As marketing agencies scale rapidly, many are discovering that traditional financial management models no longer meet their evolving needs. Enter outsourced CFO services – a…
Pat Walsh, Managing Partner and CEO, was recognized for his visionary leadership in elevating Withum as a top-25 advisory, accounting and tax firm. Since taking the helm in 2023, Pat has driven consistent year-over-year growth, including strategic expansions in 2025 in Chicago, Houston and Western New York. Pat’s leadership has advanced firmwide initiatives that strengthen…
When we think of internal fraud within a dealership, the focus generally falls on the accounting staff – those with direct access to withdraw funds. But fraud can occur in less obvious ways, still with staggering impacts on the bottom line. How much input do managers have on your monthly financial statement results? General managers…