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A Day in the Life of an Accountant

A Day in the Life of an Accountant

What is the typical day like for a staff accountant at Weinstein Spira? I am glad you asked! As a staff accountant who rotates between tax and audit, I can speak about my typical day, noting that things vary depending on the season and whether I am working from home...

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QuickBooks: Tips for New Users

QuickBooks: Tips for New Users

QuickBooks is one of the most popular accounting software programs used by small businesses to keep track of their income and expenses. It is also used inside of many large companies by the bookkeeping department for everyday accounts receivable (AR) and accounts...

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Brandon Waller Joins Weinstein Spira

Weinstein Spira, one of the Houston Chronicle’s Top Workplaces, is pleased to announce that Brandon Waller has joined the firm as an audit manager. “Brandon’s diverse experience and enthusiasm to coach our young professionals is an excellent addition to the attest...

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Weinstein Spira Hires Three New Managers

Houston, Texas – Weinstein Spira, the mid-market public accounting firm for Houston’s top high net worth individuals and privately held businesses, is thrilled to announce that Carolyn Stanton, Heather Branham and Hillary Felice have joined the firm’s leadership team....

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PPP Flexibility Act Becomes Law

PPP Flexibility Act Becomes Law

The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Flexibility Act of 2020 (the Act) became law on June 5, 2020. This Act applies only to section 1106 of the CARES Act, which pertains to the forgiveness of PPP loans. The following is a summary of the Act: PPP borrowers have...

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The CARES Act Summary

The CARES Act Summary

Relief Available for Businesses and Individuals  The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the Act) became law on March 27, 2020. The estimated $2+ trillion and 880-page legislation includes public health spending, immediate cash relief for citizens, a...

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April 15 Tax Filing Deadline Extended

April 15 Tax Filing Deadline Extended

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the IRS announced that tax returns, originally due on April 15, 2020, will not have to be filed until July 15, 2020. The postponement applies to individuals, trusts, estates, partnerships, associations, companies or corporations with a...

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COVID-19 Tax Payment Deferral

COVID-19 Tax Payment Deferral

Following President Trump’s declaration of a national emergency, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin stated at a press conference on March 17, 2020 that individuals can defer tax payments up to $1 million for 90 days. Corporations can defer up to $10 million of tax...

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