At Zinner, we regard ourselves as fortunate to have worked with several of the best multi-generational businesses in Northeast Ohio. It’s always rewarding to see a highly successful business passed into the hands of a willing and able successor who continues to lead it. read more…
Selecting a firm to conduct your not-for-profit’s audit services can feel like a daunting task. There are hundreds of firms online and most (if not all) claim to perform not-for-profit audit services.. How can you know which audit firm is the right for your Organization?
Selecting the right audit firm is like creating a long-term relationship with a partner that is dedicated to helping your organization fulfill its mission. Selecting the wrong firm can feel like trying to swim with a 500 lb. weight strapped to your back.So how can you be sure you are selecting the best fit for your needs? read more…
An employee buyout might provide a sensible alternative to satisfying a small business owner’s plan for selling their business.
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Earlier this year, we shared some of our favorite books (see part 1 and part 2) and the response was quite favorable, so we thought we’d share a few more. read more…
Running a small business can be challenging. Owners must always strike a balance between having the tools they need to run the business and controlling expenses. read more…
At Zinner & Co. we place tremendous value on education and professional growth.We constantly strive to learn new things and actively engage in self-improvement. One very valuable way to do this is through reading.
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The IRS has begun sending letters to more than 10,000 cryptocurrency holders with a warning that they may have violated federal tax law.
The letters state those who have profited from the trade or use of cryptocurrencies (such as Bitcoin) may be subject to a variety of taxes including capital gains.
The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) has unanimously approved a proposed delay of the effective date to implement new lease accounting standards as defined in ASU 2016-02. read more…
The Ohio Department of Taxation announced they have begun a new process for 
registering new pass-through entities (PTE.) In the past, the department’s old computer system registered and created accounts for new PTEs upon the filing of their first return. One challenge with this process was that many PTEs made estimated payments prior to filing their first return. read more…
A longtime member of the Zinner & Co. family will retire at the end of the year. Patti Puterbaugh joined Zinner & Co. LLP in Oct. 2000 as the File Room Clerk. Since then, she has made a lasting impact on the firm. From the onset, she showed a willingness and...
After more than a year of work, the Ohio General Assembly finally passed legislation to legalize sports gambling in Ohio, which now awaits the signature of Gov. Mike DeWine. The Senate voted 31-1 to approve the report, while the House voted 72-12 to approve it. DeWine...
The Small Business Administration recently announced changes to its COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan program. As part of President Joe Biden’s recently announced COVID-19 Action Plan, the SBA has improved the COVID Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program to...
Zinner & Co. is pleased to continue its support and sponsorship of the Magic of LightsTM, being held at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds in Berea, from Nov. 24 through Jan. 2, between the hours of 5:30 and 10 p.m. Magic of LightsTM is a yearly tradition...
As we approach the end of 2021, it is important to take a closer look at your tax and financial plans. This year likely brought challenges and disruptions that significantly impacted your personal and financial situation including the continued global pandemic, remote...
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