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The Expanding Role of Social Media in Background Investigations: Benefits, Legal Compliance and Best Practices

Social media has changed the way we connect with others, and the various platforms – LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X – have become extensions of personal identity, professional reputation and can offer intriguing insights into a person’s behavior and lifestyle. As a result, social media has become an increasingly significant component of background investigations and…

Fortune Media and Great Place to Work Name Withum Among Best Workplaces in New York

Ranking at number 22 on the Large Business list, Great Place to Work recognized the Firm for its strong culture and team-centric approach, highlighting its distinctive benefits such as flexible schedules, childcare benefits and time off. The recognition also spotlighted Withum’s collaborative environment – prioritizing professional development, open communication, innovation and work-life balance, enabling team…

Common Errors in SBA Business Valuations: A Practical Checklist for Lenders

As SBA loan default rates rise, it is increasingly important for lenders to ensure that business valuations supporting SBA loans are well‑reasoned, internally consistent, and reflective of the business’s actual ability to service debt as of the valuation date. While there are many reasons a loan may ultimately default, overpaying for a business materially increases…

IRS Issues Guidance on 100% Depreciation for Commercial Real Estate

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released interim guidance in Notice 2026-16, outlining a major new tax incentive for the manufacturing sector. The guidance implements a 100% special depreciation allowance under IRC §168(n) for certain commercial real property classified as Qualified Production Property (QPP). This provision—enacted as part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act…

Blueprints for Decision-Making: The Power of Analytics in Construction

In an industry where profit margins are often measured in single digits, small missteps in estimating, scheduling or cost control can determine whether a project succeeds or fails. Companies that integrate robust data analysis into their operations frequently realize competitive advantages. Data analytics help create more efficient operations by automating reporting, flagging anomalies, and streamlining…

2026 Private Funds CFO Fees and Expenses Survey