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Preparing for Coming Changes to Digital Certificates

A digital certificate is a cryptographically verifiable method of conveying identity across the...

The One Big Beautiful Bill: What Construction Companies Need to Know

Recently, I had the opportunity to sit down with two of our tax directors at Brown Edwards - Carla...

Long-Term Outlook for U.S. Nonprofits by Sector: The Crossroads of Transformation

As nonprofit leaders look beyond 2025, one reality is clear: the long-term operating environment...

The Multi-State Tax Myth: Why More States Doesn't Always Mean More Tax

One of the most common misconceptions I encounter when discussing state tax compliance with real...

Stepping Into the Role: Essential Insights for New Higher Education CFOs

Does the influence of a higher education Chief Financial Officer extend beyond the institution’s...

IRS Issues Guidance on Trump Accounts

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) creates a new type of tax-advantaged account for eligible...

Leadership Spotlight - Russell Hicks

Russell (Rusty) is a director in the Lynchburg office of Brown Edwards. He has more than 25 years...

Accounting for Cryptocurrencies

The creation and evolution of blockchain technology over the past decade has accelerated...

Generous Transition Relief Eases Auto Loan Interest Reporting

he IRS on October 21 issued transitional relief (Notice 2025-57) to substantially reduce the...

Hidden Figures: Why It’s Important for Plan Sponsors to Identify Controlled Groups

The identification and treatment of controlled groups often proves to be an enormous challenge for...