Sandestin Conference

34th Annual Sandestin Conference

Attend the popular beach conference held at the Sandestin Hilton.

Hear the most current CPE updates and sign up for some extracurricular fun.

Don't forget to book your stay at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa.

The ASCPA Group Rate begins at $259 per night with group code ASC.

Room block cut-off is July 15th.

Book Online Here

Each room booked at the Hilton Sandestin will receive 2 breakfast coupons for Barefoots Beachside Bar & Grill upon check-in.

Click here to see all of the other attractions at the Hilton Sandestin.

Mobile Offers 4 Hour Clusters

More Clusters Added for Mobile

August 4-6

If you’re tired of juggling your CPE classes, join the ASCPA for the greatest Clusters on Earth! It might seem like an illusion but we’re offering 18 classes from current topics and knowledgeable instructors. It will be a spectacle for all to see, so don’t be a clown, jump in the ring and join us this year.

To see all of the classes offered during the cluster series, visit the Mobile Cluster page by clicking here.

To see when the Clusters roll into your town, click here

Audits of Retirement Plans

401(k) plans have become a popular option for employee benefit plans so it is imperative that you have the skills necessary to audit these plans effectively. Every aspect of how to audit a 401(k) plan and prepare financial statements that satisfy ERISA and SEC requirements are covered in this course. Tap into ways to plan and conduct 401(k) audits more efficiently and effectively and understand the differences between 401(k) audits and other employee benefit plans audits.

Audits of 401(k) Plans

August 2, 2010

Pelham Civic Complex

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The audit of the 403(b) plan will be a new growth area for the benefit plan auditor. Learn the similarities and the differences between the audit of a 403(b) plan in comparison to that more familiar vehicle - the 401(k) plan. This course is designed to build upon what you already know about auditing benefit plans. It will provide a background on the tax rules applicable to a 403(b) plan, enabling the auditor to develop a better understanding of how these plans are different and how the audit procedures must be modified. Particular attention will be paid to the open issues created by the first time audit of a benefit plan that may have been in existence for nearly 50 years and whose investments have been managed more like individual retirement accounts, than qualified plan trust accounts.

Audits of 403(b) Plans: A Challenging New Audit Area

August 3, 2010

Pelham Civic Complex

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Note: This class was originally scheduled for July 14th, but has been rescheduled for August 3

IRS Offers Help for Gulf Oil Spill

IRS Provides Tax Help, Guidance to Gulf Oil Spill Victims; Special Assistance Day Planned for July 17

Click here for details

Have tax-related questions concerning the oil spill?

Click here to see answers to the most frequently asked questions: Q&A

CCH Book Discount for Members

40% off Selected Titles in July!
ASCPA members will enjoy exclusive savings on these select titles

through July 31, 2010.

• Practical Guide to Partnerships and LLCs, Fourth Edition
• 1065 Express Answers, 2010
• 1065 Preparation and Planning Guide, 2010
• Federal and State Taxation of Limited Liability Companies, 2010
• Multistate Tax Guide to Pass-Through Entites, 2010

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What is on Your Credit Report?

What is on Your Credit Report?

It is important to know what is on your credit report and your credit score. Your credit score is based on a statistical analysis of your credit files and credit worthiness. It takes into account payment history, length of credit history, credit inquiries and how much and what kind of debt you are carrying. The information on your report and represented by your score is extremely important—it can be used by potential employers and landlords, as well as banks and insurance and credit card companies. A 100 point difference on your credit score could equal thousands of dollars in increased payments on a mortgage.

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