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Ascend Expands Equity Program Opportunities

This January, through Ascend’s first-of-its-kind equity program, high performing managers and senior managers at LMC had the opportunity to become owners of Ascend alongside the firm’s partners. Ascend’s model has made it possible for our young talent to invest in their financial futures without the traditional long wait…

LMC Events

LMC is incredibly proud of our outstanding employees for their dedication to both the firm and our clients. This past month, LMC team members took part in the following events:   Rolled Ice Cream Event On the afternoon of February 6th, LMC hosted a freshly rolled ice cream…

Adapting to Soaring Warehouse Lease Renewals

Why Warehousing is Becoming More Expensive As industrial real estate prices remain stubbornly high, warehouse tenants on both the east and west coasts are bracing for significant increases in lease renewal costs. These increases have a direct impact on the cost of warehousing. Many businesses that signed agreements…

BOI Reporting Deadline Set for March 21, 2025: What Businesses Need to Know

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has recently announced that BOI reporting is back on, and most businesses required to report Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) must file by March 21, 2025.   This follows a February 18, 2025, ruling by the U.S….

LMC CEO Lee M. Cohen, CPA, Featured on Momentum Podcast

LMC CEO Lee M. Cohen, CPA, was recently featured on the Momentum podcast with host Victor Braca. During this insightful conversation, Lee shared his journey in building LMC, his innovative approach to modern accounting, and his commitment to giving back to the community.   Key highlights from the…

Update on The Corporate Transparency Act and Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting

Written by David Newman, JD LMC Tax & Legal Manager   The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and its requirement to report Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) remain in a state of uncertainty as the legal challenges surrounding its enforcement continue. A nationwide injunction currently blocks the Treasury Department’s enforcement…

K-1 Reporting – Variances Between GAAP and Tax Reporting

Written by James F. Hahn, CPA LMC Tax Supervisor   Many small to mid-sized companies are required to have audited financial statements prepared. This is normally due to lending requirements or regulatory requirements specific to certain industries. These financial statements are generally prepared using Generally Accepted Accounting Principles…

Required Minimum Distributions from Retirement Accounts

Written by Jeffrey S. Gold, CPA LMC Tax Director   For most retirement accounts such as IRAs and 401(k)s, the IRS requires owners to withdraw a certain amount of funds each year once a certain age is reached. This is known as the Required Minimum Distribution (RMD). Not…

IRS Announces Special Payments for Missed COVID Stimulus Funds

The IRS is working to distribute approximately $2.4 billion in payments to taxpayers who missed out on COVID-19 stimulus funds. These payments, reaching up to $1,400 per individual, are expected to be delivered in the beginning of 2025 to roughly one million people. The effort is part of…

LMC Partners Attend Ascend Partner Summit

LMC Partners recently attended the Ascend Partner Summit in Phoenix, Arizona, where the firm was honored to receive Ascend’s Transformation Award in recognition of the firm’s achievements during 2024. This award highlights the firm’s dedication to continuous improvement and excellence.   The summit brought together firms from across…