It’s never a pleasant thought to consider, but fraud, theft, and embezzlement happen on a regular basis. In fact, according to a report from the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), “the typical U.S. business loses 7% of its annual revenues to employee fraud.” In many cases, the crime is carried out by employees who’ve […]
If you’re entering the professional world or have been in it for some time, chances are you’ve started to think about tackling a bit of your debt. By now you may have racked up student loans, credit card debt, a car loan, and even a mortgage. The thought of getting a handle on it all […]
People tend to think they only need professional financial help around tax-time. They may not put much thought into their finances year-round, but that’s what can trip many folks up. Not keeping on top of your money situation can be a recipe for disaster when it’s time to file taxes. The professionals at Broussard Poché, […]
A business owner may have several reasons to have their business valued at some point. How much your business is worth depends on several factors and all of them are important. The team at Broussard Poché, LLP knows that business valuation must be done right to ensure the best end result. First, let’s look at […]
Record keeping may not be the most glamorous part of being a small business owner, but it might just be the most important. Good record keeping will help you stay in business and could help increase sales and efficiency. The team at Broussard Poché, LLP knows that good records help you analyze the current state […]
Attest Services are an often over looked part of an accountant’s job. These services are designed to express different levels of assurance on the accuracy of the financial statements presented. As the professionals at Broussard Poché, LLP know, attest services can be needed for a variety of reasons. Things like: Business financing Selling a business […]
There’s Help Out There for The Overwhelmed Business Owner Small business owners have a lot on their plate. Everything from day-to-day operations, hiring, and budget concerns lands on your door step. Managing employee benefits does not have to rest on your shoulders. To set up employee benefits for your staff you basically need two things: […]
It’s never too early or late to start saving. But different generations need to look at saving in their own unique way. What works for today’s 20-year-olds will not work for folks in their 50s. The professionals at Broussard Poché, LLP have broken down savings tips each age group should focus on when setting money […]
It’s an issue many taxpayers find difficult to wrap their heads around, standard vs itemized deduction. It sounds difficult to those without much accounting experience, but the concept is simple. Luckily, the team at Broussard Poché, LLP has taken the time to demystify the itemized deduction process for you. Standard Deduction The standard deduction […]
Tax season can be a stressful and confusing time for many taxpayers and con-artists know it. Every year the IRS estimates billions of dollars are scammed through theft and identify fraud. The team at Broussard Poché, LLP wants you to be aware of the most prevalent tax scams. Fake Tax Payments: Beware of this one […]