The next estimated tax payment deadline is coming up soon
If you make quarterly estimated tax payments, the amount you owe may be affected by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA).
Lower your self-employment tax bill by switching to an S corporation
If you own an unincorporated small business, you may be frustrated with high self-employment (SE) tax bills. One way to lower your SE tax liability is to convert your business to an S corporation.
Using POD or TOD accounts may result in undesirable results in certain situations
Payable-on-death (POD) and transfer-on-death (TOD) accounts are attractive estate planning tools because they allow assets to pass directly to named beneficiaries without going through probate.
Nonprofits: Grant proposals in the age of AI
With fewer federal grants available to not-for-profit organizations, the competition to qualify for funding — from all sources, including foundations — has become more intense.
SEK Named as Leading CPA Firm in the Nation
SEK, CPAs & Advisors has been named 167th in INSIDE Public Accounting’s 2025 annual rankings of the largest accounting firms in the nation, the IPA 200.
A tax guide to choosing the right business entity
One of the most critical decisions entrepreneurs make when starting or restructuring a business is choosing the right entity type.
SEK relocates York office to accommodate continued growth
We are pleased to announce the relocation of our York, PA office, effective August 11, 2025. The office relocated from its previous address at 16 North George Street to 135 North George Street, Suite 200, located within the CGA Professional Center in downtown York.
Pinched nonprofits may want to free up board-designated assets
In general, nonprofits can’t use restricted assets for purposes other than those specified by the original donor. Board-designated assets (or board-designated funds) are another matter.
How to review a resume for better hiring
Hiring the right person begins with reviewing resumes effectively. This can feel a bit daunting, but with a little structure and the right approach, you can quickly identity which applicants are worth a closer look.
Should a living trust be part of your estate plan?
As its name suggests, a living trust (also known as a revocable trust) is in effect while you’re alive. It’s a legal entity into which you title assets to be managed during your lifetime and after your death.