No Longer Mandatory: FFCRA Leave Provisions

Cristin Heyns-Bousliman and Corrine Wilson | January 12, 2021

The Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA) extended the payroll tax credit available to employers for amounts paid under the EPSLA and EFMLEA through March 31, 2021, but did not extend the mandate to provide the leave. Therefore, employers may elect to voluntarily continue to offer the paid leave to those employees who did not exhaust the leave in 2020. Read more. Read More

Ross Nettles & Robert Elzholz Earn CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Certifications

REDW Wealth | January 4, 2021

REDW Wealth, a SEC-registered investment advisory firm subsidiary of REDW LLC, is proud to announce that Ross Nettles, Tax & Investment Manager, and Robert Elzholz, Senior Investment Manager have been awarded CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certifications by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. Read more. Read More

What to Know About Round 2 of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP2)

REDW LLC | January 4, 2021

Informally known as "PPP2," the second round of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) includes $284 billion in federal funding, and while based on similar principles as the original PPP, carries some key differences. Read more. Read More

Human Resources: Navigating a COVID-19 Workplace Vaccination Program

Lisa Enkoff | December 30, 2020

With recent emergency use approval by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the distribution of the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines, the question of mandating workplace vaccines has become more pressing than ever for employers. REDW's latest article highlights key factors in implementing a COVID-19 workplace vaccination program. Read more. Read More

Top Takeaways from New COVID-19 Pandemic Relief Legislation

Daniel Foley | December 28, 2020

The passing of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, H.R. 133—a $900 billion pandemic relief bill— affords many important provisions that impact both individual and business taxpayers. Your trusted REDW tax advisors have provided a summary of the top provisions within the bill. Read more. Read More

President Signs Stimulus Bill, Releasing Checks & Additional Aid

REDW LLC | December 28, 2020

A $900-billion stimulus package that includes vital aid for Indian Country is finally on its way. President Trump signed the COVID-19 relief bill late on Sunday, December 27. Access highlights of the relief legislation that especially impact tribes and tribal members. Read more. Read More

Expenses Paid with PPP Loans: an Unexpected Turn

Ryan Hart | December 28, 2020

The recently passed "Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021" contains a welcome surprise for business owners affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. In a significant turn away from guidance originally published by the IRS, the new legislation intends to allow a business to deduct expenses in full, even if paid with forgiven PPP funds. Read more. Read More

Now is the Time to Maximize Lifetime Gifting Options

REDW Wealth | December 22, 2020

IRS interest rates are at an all-time low and federal estate and the total lifetime gift tax exemptions are at a record high – making this an especially opportune moment to take advantage of lifetime gifting options. The experienced team at REDW Wealth is ready to answer your questions or help you develop a plan that aligns with your lifetime gifting options and concerns. Read more. Read More

REDW on Leaked FinCEN Files: Casinos’ Suspicious Activity Reports

REDW LLC | December 16, 2020

After the 2020 leak of the FinCEN files, REDW specialists review the compliance duties of the casino gaming industry in filing suspicious activity reports, and provide anti-money laundering (AML) program guidance for gaming establishments. Read more. Read More

Spread Some Holiday Cheer: 2020 IRS Rules on Charitable Deductions

Craig Neumann | December 2, 2020

One provision of the CARES Act allows you to take an extra deduction on your federal income tax return in 2020, even if you don’t itemize. Since many nonprofits are hurting due to the pandemic, a small donation will help them and help you with an extra tax break—welcome news in times of financial unease. Read more. Read More