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LMC March Madness – Carnival, Yoga and more!

As LMC’s dedicated staff have been working hard throughout this busy season, the firm continued showing our appreciation by offering more curated events last month and opportunities to de-stress. Not only did we have our annual March madness college basketball bracket competition, we hosted new fun events for…

LMC is a 2024 Regional Leader in the Mid-Atlantic Region by AccountingToday

LMC is proud to announce that, for a consecutive year, the firm has been recognized as a 2024 Regional Leader by AccountingToday! In addition, our strategic investment partner, Ascend, is listed as a 2024 Top 100 firm by AccountingToday. This dual recognition further underscores the strength of our…

LMC Employee Appreciation: Sushi, Darts, Agavi Juice and more!

The dedicated staff at LMC have been working hard throughout this busy season, and the firm wanted to continue showing our appreciation by offering curated events throughout the month.   Health and Wellness Initiative   The firm has continued our health and wellness initiative by offering a variety…

Maximizing Real Estate Opportunities: The Advantage of 1031 Exchanges

Written by Jon Porcelli Senior Tax Manager In the scope of real estate investment, a 1031 exchange (like-kind exchange) stands out as a key strategy for deferring capital gains taxes through the swap of one investment property for another. This approach, rooted in Section 1031 of the Internal…

Empowering Business Success: The Role of Effective Accounting Relationships and Internal Controls

Written by Nick Grgas Audit Director In the complex world of business, fostering a strong relationship between clients and accountants is not just beneficial—it’s essential for success. It’s clear that the most productive accounting relationships are those built on continuous communication and mutual understanding. Unfortunately, many businesses still…

LMC Attended MAGIC in Las Vegas

LMC attended the recent MAGIC Event in Las Vegas, which took place February 13th to 15th. This event is known for showcasing a wide spectrum of brands across sportswear, apparel, footwear, and accessories. This engagement highlights our commitment to supporting our clients as they exhibited at the event….

Update on the Employee or Independent Contractor Classification Under the Fair Labor Standards Act

On March 11, 2024, the labor classification guidelines under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) underwent a significant transformation from the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL). This development redefined the criteria for distinguishing between employees and independent contractors, pivoting from previous regulations that emphasized control and the potential…

Mortgages and Interest Rates Outlook: Q&A with Lee Hamway

Featuring Lee Hamway Managing Partner, LM Mortgage Consulting and Advisory Services   The Bottom Line was excited to interview Lee Hamway, Managing Partner at LM Mortgage Consulting and Advisory Services. Lee is a veteran mortgage professional, specializing in simple and complex real estate financing transactions.   BL: How…

House Passes Tax Extenders Bill – Impending Senate Vote

The house recently passed the Tax Extenders Bill, reviving several tax breaks, including the enhanced Child Tax Credit, incentives for economic growth, improvements in interest expense, and more. The measure was approved by a vote of 357 to 70, now heads to the Senate floor which is impending…

Simplified Tax Notices: IRS New Move for Clarity

With the 2024 tax season upon us, last month, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen announced, on a call with reporters, that as part of its new Simple Notice Initiative, the IRS has rewritten most commonly received notices. The notices should now be shorter, clearer, and easier to understand. According…