
Cherry Bekaert: Professional Services
Cherry Bekaert’s podcast for professional services companies where we discuss developing trends and market dynamics as well as tax and accounting tips that could impact your business.
Episodes
22 episodes
How To Manage Cyber Risk in the Professional Services Industry
In the latest episode of Cherry Bekaert’s Professional Services podcast, we discuss the importance of cybersecurity, privacy and data security within the professional services industry. S...
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17:27

Exploring System Reviews for A&E Firms
Architectural & Engineering (A&E) firms that propose or work on government contracts may be required to have an adequate system review. In this episode of Cherry Bekaert’s Professional Services podcast,
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17:27

What Are Indirect Rate Overhead Audits and When Are They Required?
Architectural & Engineering (A&E) firms that propose or work on government contracts may be required to provide overhead rates prepared in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Many government agencies require that A...
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14:50

Form 7205 – What A&E Firms Need To Know To Claim the Section 179D Tax Deduction
When the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) was signed, it greatly increased the benefits of the Section 179D Energy Efficient Commercial Buildings Deduction (Section 179D) for A&E firms. A large part of the process when claiming the Section 179...
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24:22

2022 Year-End Tax Planning for Professional Services Businesses
What year-end, tax-saving steps can professional services businesses and their owners take? How can they prepare for tax law changes impacting 2023? In this episode of Cherry Bekaert’s Professional Services podcast series,
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21:26

The Inflation Reduction Act Significantly Increases the Section 179D Energy Tax Deduction for A&E Firms
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), signed into law on August 16, 2022, significantly increases IRC Section 179D energy tax deductions. These ...
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20:38

Leveraging the 179D Energy Tax Deduction for Architecture and Engineering Firms
IRC Section 179D energy tax deductions continue to provide opportunities and benefits for architecture and engineering (A&E) firms.
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23:58

Digital Transformation in Law Firms – Transform Your Data
Following our Digital Transformation in Law Firms Series Scott Duda, Leader of Cherry Bekaert’s Professional Services I...
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11:25

The Infrastructure Bill and Its Impact on Professional Services Firms
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (“IIJA” or the “Infrastructure Bill”), a $1.2 trillion investment in our nation’s infrastructure and competitiveness, provides significant opportunities for businesses within the professional services ...
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15:14

VIP Plan Advantages – Combining the Best Features of Defined Contribution and Defined Benefit Plans
Join host Scott Duda, Leader of Cherry Bekaert’s Professional Services Industry practice as he sits down with
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12:58

Digital Transformation – Protect Your Business: Part Five
Cybersecurity and data threats are making headlines daily, particularly in the financial and professional services space. Law firms are responsible for handling a tremendous amount of private information for their clients. Ensuring your firm ha...
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21:55

Digital Transformation – Enable Your Workforce: Part Four
Workforces empowered by digital solutions that enable collaboration and communication at any time, from any location on any device, enhances productivity and the customer experience, increases revenue and overall employee satisfaction, and acce...
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11:10

Digital Transformation – Innovate for Growth: Part Three
Analytics can help reinvent your firm and allow you to compete—and scale—in a more informed way. Leveraging firm, customer and external data...
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15:22

Digital Transformation – Optimize Your Operations: Part Two
Listen to Scott Duda, Leader of Cherry Bekaert’s Professional Services Industry practice and
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23:11

Digital Transformation – Understand Your Customer: Part One of a Five-Part Series
Listen to leaders from Cherry Bekaert’s Professional Services Industry practice and Digital Advisory pract...
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6:28

How Your A&E Firm May Qualify for the 179D Energy Tax Deduction
Beginning January 2022, more A&E firms may qualify for the 179D energy efficient tax deduction with the expected passage of the Reconciliation Bill. If your A&E firm has not looked into the
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10:21

Valuation Considerations: What Should You Be Thinking About Before Year End?
There has been considerable consolidation in the marketplace over the last 18 months. Covid has created challenges causing owners to consider earlier exits than planned, PPP and other government subsidies have infused some firms with excess cas...
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14:02

Tax Implications of Employees Working Remotely from Another State or Country
The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in enabling employees to work remotely and many professional services companies are now looking at potential hybrid workplaces or a virtual workforce. What are the tax ramifications for professional services c...
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17:07

What A&E Firms Should Do Now to Prepare for the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is expected to pass and become effective in January 2022, igniting a surge of business for Architecture and Engineering (A&E) firms as the United States embarks on bridge repairs, road improvement ...
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13:59

Does Your Law Firm Qualify for the Employee Retention Credit?
It’s not too late for law firms to qualify for tax credits due to partial shutdowns or declines in gross receipts during 2020 and 2021. Law firms may qualify as an eligible employer for purposes of the credit if they had or were subject to gove...
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9:26

R&D Tax Credits for Architectural and Engineering (A&E) Firms: Opportunities, Expectations and Eligibility
The architectural and engineering (A&E) industry is evolving at record speed, fueled by the Administration’s pending infrastructure legislation that prioritizes the design ...
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20:25

How A&E Firms Generate Cash Flow from the 179D Energy Tax Deduction
The A&E industry is leading the way in constructing energy efficient commercial building properties. Firms are seeking funds to invest in R&D and grow through profitable mergers and acquisitions. Find out how to cash in on the 179D Ener...
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