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October 21, 2020 By Larry L. Bertsch, CPA and Associates

How Can I Detect Fraud or Embezzlement in My Business?

One of the many responsibilities of a business owner is that of detecting fraud and embezzlement. Most cases of theft on this level are carried out by an employee or a trusted business insider, such as an accountant. The ripple effects of a major theft incident can create serious complications that can linger on for many years, and in some extreme cases, it can even cause a business to completely shut down. Fortunately, there are several methods that business owners and high-level managers alike can utilize to successfully detect fraud and embezzlement before it’s too late.

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September 15, 2020 By Larry L. Bertsch, CPA and Associates

How Forensic Accountants Help the Divorce Process

A divorce can be a stressful experience, especially when it concerns sorting out complicated financial matters. To make the process run as smoothly as possible, divorce lawyers and people seeking a divorce often hire a forensic accountant to help locate hidden assets.

Using a forensic accountant in a divorce can help reveal important information that can facilitate divorce proceedings. The forensic accountant can help achieve complete financial transparency by uncovering hidden assets. They can also provide professional asset and income valuations, determine the correct child support income, and so much more. Read on to find out why you need a forensic accountant during a divorce.

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July 27, 2020 By Larry L. Bertsch, CPA and Associates

Dirty Dozen Tax Scams to Be On the Lookout for in 2020

The IRS just updated its annual list of “Dirty Dozen” tax scams for 2020 with a special emphasis on the unique threats presented by the COVID-19 pandemic. Tax scams are a perennial threat to taxpayers, but the current crisis affords scammers more opportunities to strike than ever before. While some demographics are historically vulnerable to tax scams, today, everyone is at risk of falling prey to them, thanks to the ever-changing nature of the public and private responses to the pandemic. Knowing what types of “Dirty Dozen” tax scams are popular right now and how to spot them can help you protect your personal finances and those of your business.

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July 9, 2020 By Larry L. Bertsch, CPA and Associates

Why Outsource Your Bookkeeping to a CPA Firm: 8 Reasons

As a small business owner, you know full well that your time is best spent growing your business. Unfortunately, you’re spending far too much time on other things. While you’ve rationalized that you need to wear many hats, you’ve also come to realize that you’re not doing what you do best. Something has to change.

This is ultimately why so many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) look for outsourced bookkeeping services with a certified public accountant (CPA) firm. So, why outsource your bookkeeping to a Las Vegas CPA firm?

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June 22, 2020 By Larry L. Bertsch, CPA and Associates

What Are the Principles of GAAP?

If you’re doing accounting tasks for your business, you’ve probably heard of the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), but you may now know exactly what they are. However, applying them will ensure that your business’s finances are represented fairly and accurately. So, what are the principles of GAAP? Read on to learn about the principles and how they should be used for your own accounting practices.

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