Navigating the OBBBA: Key Tax Reform Impacts for Businesses

By Allison Katz

Navigating income tax reform requires not only an understanding of new tax code provisions but also a strong grasp of the ever-evolving, complex regulatory landscape. Recent legislative changes, specifically the 2025 One Big Beautiful Bill Act, commonly referred to as the OBBBA or OB3, affect the amount or, in some cases, the timing of tax…

The Advantages of E-Commerce Enablement Technologies in 2025

By Allison Katz

In 2025, e-commerce is about creating personalized, frictionless, and trustworthy experiences across every channel. Shoppers compare every brand not only to competitors, but also to Amazon, TikTok Shop, and Shopify’s best-in-class storefronts. A slow page load, confusing checkout, or clunky return process is enough to lose a sale. To stay competitive, businesses are investing in…

PE Playbook Series: Getting It Right – Auditing Stock-Based Compensation

By Allison Katz

Stock-based compensation has become a prevalent method for private equity firms to attract and retain top talent. This form of compensation aligns the interests of employees with those of the firm by providing them with equity interests. However, the complexity of stock-based compensation necessitates rigorous auditing to ensure accuracy and compliance. Stock-Based Compensation in Private…

New Jersey Launches Innovative Tax Credit Program to Boost Affordable Housing

By Allison Katz

In a bold move to address New Jersey’s growing housing affordability crisis, the New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency (NJHMFA) has launched the State Tax Credit Subsidy (STCS) Program, a groundbreaking initiative designed to stimulate investment in affordable and workforce housing across the state. A Market-Driven Solution to Housing Challenges Approved on October 2,…

How SLATs Help Couples Preserve Wealth and Reduce Estate Taxes

By Allison Katz

High-net-worth individuals often hesitate to implement estate planning strategies due to concerns about relinquishing control over significant assets. One effective strategy that helps ease these concerns is the Spousal Lifetime Access Trust (SLAT). A SLAT is an estate planning tool that allows the donor spouse to remove assets from their taxable estate while maintaining a…

Withum’s Baltimore Office Moves to Columbia, MD

By Ruby Castaneda

Withum’s former Baltimore office calls the Merriweather District in Columbia, MD, its new home. Withum is excited to announce that its Baltimore, MD, office has relocated to Columbia. Effective October 13, 2025, the new office is located at 10480 Little Patuxent Parkway, Suite 1100. The new office is conveniently located in the Merriweather District, a…

Impact of U.S. Government Shutdown on the Healthcare Industry

By Allison Katz

U.S. healthcare professionals and providers may be concerned about how the current government shutdown will disrupt healthcare operations. While Medicare and Medicaid will continue, essential functions like claims processing, provider oversight, and grant distribution could be delayed or suspended. Agencies like the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid…

Selecting the Right ERP System for Your Business

By Krysten Hambrook

Selecting an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system is a significant business decision that affects finance, operations, reporting and internal controls. Once implemented, an ERP platform shapes how information moves through the organization and how leadership gains visibility into performance. The challenge is not a lack of options, but determining which solution truly aligns with your…

Case Study: Buy-Side Financial and Tax Due Diligence of a Landscape Construction Company

By Whitney Irish

Download a PDF of this case study Executive Summary Withum’s Transaction Advisory team assisted a private equity firm in acquiring a landscape construction company and evaluating the target’s financial reporting processes. The team identified deficiencies in their financial reporting function, provided recommendations for improvement, evaluated the seller’s EBITDA, and identified adjustments that resulted in a…