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08.14.25

Better Not-For-Profit Fundraising: Don’t Ignore State Solicitation Laws
Jeffrey Chiles

Not-for-profit organizations shoulder a wide range of different compliance responsibilities. With so much to manage, the initial and ongoing requirements of applicable state charitable solicitation laws can sometimes fall through the cracks. Here’s what you need to know to avoid the potentially costly consequences of failing to follow applicable laws and regulations. What Do the […]

07.10.25

The Future of Law: AI, Transformation and Opportunity
Jeffrey A. Hild

The legal industry has been undergoing a profound transformation over the past five years, driven by the integration of artificial intelligence (AI), evolving business models, shifting client expectations and market disruption. This change is not just about adopting new tools—it is about rethinking how legal work is done and delivered. AI as a Legal Game-Changer […]

06.24.25

Plan Forfeitures: Recent Lawsuits Create Uncertainty
Stephanie Zaleski-Braatz

Over the last couple of years, a surge in class-action lawsuits has raised questions about the proper use of plan forfeitures. Forfeitures occur when participants in 401(k) or similar defined-contribution plans leave the company before employer contributions have fully vested. Many plans use forfeited funds to offset future employer contributions, but the recent lawsuits allege […]

05.29.25

Qualified Opportunity Zone Countdown: What Investors and Advisors Need to Know Before the 2026 Deadline
Tyler F. Adams

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (TCJA) introduced the Qualified Opportunity Zone (QOZ) program to spur long-term investments in economically distressed communities. Investors who participate can unlock significant tax benefits, but one of the most important incentives, the capital gain deferral, will sunset on December 31, 2026, unless extended by Congress. For those […]

05.21.25

How Tax Fraudsters Target High-Net-Worth Individuals
Alexandra K. Olson

Every year, the IRS compiles its “Dirty Dozen” list of the worst tax scams. Although these scams usually intensify during tax filing season, taxpayers may encounter them at any time. And although tax fraud can nab anyone, certain schemes target those with higher net worth because they have more to take. 5 scams Be on […]

05.08.25

Eight Benefits of 3D Printing for Manufacturers
Brandon W. Vahl

Amazingly, 3D printing has existed for more than 40 years. Recent improvements in the technology have increased its acceptance as a speedy, cost-effective tool for creating product prototypes. Is it right for your manufacturing business? To answer this question, consider the following eight advantages of using 3D printing: Cost Reduction 3D printing is generally faster […]

04.29.25

Prepare and Plan for the Tax Benefits of Real Estate
Thomas Kosinski

In recent years, the tax law has focused on real estate as both a great investment and a tax benefit for saving taxes from its use as a business or investment asset.  For example, the use of real estate in an operating business can create many tax benefits, including the ability to claim tax depreciation […]

04.29.25

Gift and Estate Tax Changes on the Horizon: Are You Prepared?
Azuwa Omietimi

Currently, the gift and estate tax exemption for individuals is $13.99 million (a combined $27.98 million for married couples). However, this lofty exemption amount, created by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), was not designed to be permanent. The TCJA called for the provision to “sunset” at the end of 2025. Unless Congress extends […]

04.24.25

Highlights of the Revised Uniform Guidance
Charles J. Burke

Federal agencies were required to adopt the U.S. Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) latest revised Uniform Guidance (UG) by October 1, 2024. It affects organizations with a fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, and later. The revisions are being welcomed by many not-for-profit organizations because the changes aim to help reduce the burden on […]

04.22.25

New Income Tax Disclosures in Financial Statements of Private Companies and Not-for-Profit Organizations
Kelly H. Buchheit

In 2023, the Financial Accounting Standards Board issued Accounting Standards Update 2023-09, Income Taxes (Topic 740): Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures, (the Update) which applies to any entity subject to income taxes. The Financial Accounting Standards Board issued this Update to enhance transparency and improve effectiveness of income tax disclosures. More specifically, the revised disclosure […]

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08.11.25

ORBA Ranked as a 2025 Top 200 Firm by INSIDE Public Accounting
CHICAGO — ORBA, one of Chicago’s largest public accounting firms, has once again been recognized as a 2025 IPA Top 200 Firm by INSIDE Public Accounting (IPA). This marks the eleventh time since 2013 that ORBA has made the list of the country’s top firms. In the IPA’s annual report, ORBA is ranked #113, climbing five spots higher than last year, and is the highest ranked of the six Illinois firms on the Top 200 list.

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