By Kevin F. Howley, CPAGray, Gray & Gray, LLP Royalty payments from the licensing of intellectual property can be a significant source of revenue for a business. But not all licensees keep up to date with their royalty payments, and others may pay a lower amount than required by their agreement. Which is why a […]
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Gray, Gray & Gray is pleased to present the results of our 2017 Defined Contribution Plan Industry Survey! Please complete the brief form below to access a PDF of the results.
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By Brian Jacobson, CPAGray, Gray & Gray, LLP “Trust, but verify.” President Ronald Reagan’s sage advice about arms negotiations is also appropriate when lending money or investing capital. If you are a lender or venture capital firm, it is incumbent on you to discover the facts about the ability of a borrower to pay back
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The Value of an Efficient BusinessWhen selling a business, people often woo buyers with hard numbers such as cash flow, customer count, inventory, and tangible assets. Or they tout the benefits of an experienced management team, distinctive products, or a strong brand. One important factor that is frequently overlooked is efficiency.Maximizing efficiency in business operations
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Gray, Gray & Gray’s 2017 Propane Industry Survey ResultsThank you for participating in Gray, Gray & Gray’s second annual Propane Industry Survey, which we conducted in conjunction with the Propane Gas Association of New England. We hope you will compare these “industry average” results with the performance of your own business in the important areas
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Is Now the Right Time for an Acquisition?Merger and acquisition (M&A) activity tends to wax and wane along with the ups and downs of the national and global economy. Savvy business leaders know that an acquisition can be a great way to grow a company. If a deal comes your way, how can you judge
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Many people panic at the thought of interacting with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The thought of an audit or review of tax returns can be worrisome. But there is no need to go to pieces. If you have an encounter with the IRS – such as an audit or letter of inquiry – the
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On August 16, after a nearly ten year journey through the courts, the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California reversed an earlier decision on a landmark case and ruled that plan fiduciaries continue to have responsibility for employee benefit plans (such as 401(k) plans) even after initial investment decisions have been made.
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By Michael D. Koppel, CPA, PFS, CITP, MBARetired Partner at Gray, Gray & Gray, LLP People who own multiple businesses are often advised to keep them as separate entities for legal and financial reasons. The same advice applies to companies that set up separate entities for real estate ownership purposes. Separation is an important way
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By Michael D. Koppel, CPA, PFS, CITP, MBARetired Partner at Gray, Gray & Gray As we grow older, many fear being in a nursing home or, even worse, in a locked Alzheimer’s unit. While these situations can be extremely difficult for both the individual and his/her family, there is another major consideration weighing on most
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