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FTC Pricing Crackdown: What Dealers Need to Know About the 2026 Warning Letters

The FTC's warning letters serve as a clear indication that pricing transparency remains a major enforcement priority within the automotive industry.

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How Easy Is It to Commit Floor Plan Fraud at a Dealership?

A multi-million dollar floor plan fraud can happen completely without an owner's knowledge.

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Occupational Fraud in an Auto Dealership: A Costly Oversight

As dealerships become more dependent on digital systems and electronic transactions, internal fraud remains a serious financial and reputational threat to the automotive retail industry.

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Floorplan Interest Isn’t Just a Finance Line Item – It’s a Profitability Leak

Failing to pay attention to interest expense can be a significant drain on a dealership’s cashflow that will can subtly erode profit margins over time

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Nonprofit Audit Readiness Checklist for the 2026 Audit Season

A practical guide for nonprofit financial leaders preparing for fieldwork 

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Big Changes Coming to 1099 E-Filing Requirements in January 2027

While businesses have adjusted to the electronic filing requirements, the next round of updates will require advance planning and preparation to ensure compliance and avoid disruptions.

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Estate Planning Under the $15 Million Exemption: A Technical Analysis of Wealth Transfer Strategies

Estate Planning After H.R. 1: What High-Net-Worth Families Need to Know

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Kwong v. United States – Potential Refund/Abatement Opportunities

Based upon a recent federal court decision taxpayers (including individuals, businesses, trusts and estates) may have an opportunity to request a refund or abatement of certain penalties and interest charged by the IRS during the COVID-19 disaster period.

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2026 Alabama Contractors License Renewal Guide

Step-by-step guide on how to renew your contractor's license.

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Florida Legislature Approves Property Tax Cut Proposal

On June 2, 2026, during a special session, the Florida Legislature passed an overhaul of the state’s property tax system. 

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ADA/WCAG Accessibility Requirements Are Coming for Audit Reports Uploaded to the Tennessee Comptroller’s Website

Tennessee local governments, boards of education, utility districts, nonprofit organizations, and CPA firms that submit audit reports to the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office should begin preparing now for a significant change in how publicly released audit reports are prepared and submitted.

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What Is an IRS CP53E Notice? How to Identify Scams and Protect Your Tax Refund

Given the continued rise in IRS-related scams, we encourage all clients to remain vigilant when reviewing any tax-related correspondence.

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Q2 Estimated Tax Payment Due June 15, 2026: What Taxpayers Need to Know

Making estimated tax payments throughout the year can help reduce penalties and prevent unexpected tax bills at filing time.

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Revenue Recognition for Nonprofits: Why It Matters More Than Organizations Realize

The judgments made around grants, contracts, donor restrictions, and conditions directly affect financial reporting, operational planning, compliance, and stakeholder communication.

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Adoption Tax Credit Update: IRS Reverses Course on Carryforward Refundability

Taxpayers with unused adoption credit carryforwards should continue to file their 2025 tax returns as normal while monitoring future IRS guidance for updated claim procedures and potential adjustments.

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Using Static Pool Analysis to Improve BHPH Portfolio Performance

Static pool analysis helps management measure that performance and make better decisions before losses become larger. 

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Do Car Dealerships Have to File Form 8300?

Automobile dealerships must file IRS Form 8300 when they receive more than $10,000 in cash from a customer in a single transaction or related transactions.

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Why Grant Compliance and Tracking Federal and State Funding Remain Major Challenges for City Governments

City governments often rely on federal and state funding to support infrastructure, public safety, transportation, utilities, community development, and a wide range of public services.

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Five Things That Helped Me Stand Out as an Intern

Success in an internship comes down to preparation and presence: arrive ready to learn, take ownership of your tasks, let the quality of your work speak for itself, and remain visible.

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GASB 103: A Practical Update for City Governments

City governments are no strangers to new accounting standards, but not every GASB statement changes day-to-day accounting in a major way.

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2026 Q1 Estimated Tax Payments Due April 15

For individuals, trusts, and corporations that make quarterly estimated tax payments, the deadline to make first quarter payments for tax year 2026 (January 1–March 31) is Wednesday, April 15.

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Women's History Month: Kira Wheat

In celebration of Women’s History Month and the incredible women in leadership roles at HHM CPAs, we are proud to highlight Kira Wheat, a partner at HHM CPAs in the Chattanooga office.

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Tennessee Franchise & Excise Tax Exemptions

This article addresses exemptions that are frequently used including: Family-Owned Non-Corporate Entities (FONCE), Venture Capital Fund, Farming/Personal Residence, and Obligated Member Entity (OME).

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Preparing for the External Audit: An Audit Committee Checklist

By focusing on a few key areas ahead of the audit, the committee can help ensure financial reporting is organized, accurate, and ready for review.

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