Tax Alert: New “tech tax” and other increases take effect in Maryland
The Maryland legislature passed its annual budget and reconciliation bill (HB 352) on April 7, 2025. This budget bill introduces new and increased taxes across a range of individual and business taxpayers. A key provision in the budget is a “tech tax” – the expansion of the definition of “taxable services” to include various software…
Defining Risk Appetite in a Politically Charged Landscape
Having a clearly defined risk appetite can help you respond to pressures with consistency and strategic alignment rather than making snap decisions.
How to Build a Worldclass Whistleblower Program
Learn the steps and best practices for developing a whistleblower program, and how it reinforces ethical standards and protects organizational value.
Enhance Trust and Security: The Advantages of SOC 2 Audits for Your Organization
Would you do business with an organization you don’t trust? Safeguarding the sensitive data your organization receives from donors, customers, employees, and other stakeholders is a strategic imperative today. That’s where a SOC 2 audit comes in. This audit assesses an organization’s controls related to security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy of customer data….
GRF Cybersecurity Symposium Insights
GRF’s 2nd annual Cybersecurity Symposium brought together industry leaders to discuss the evolving landscape of data privacy, cybersecurity, and enterprise risk management. The event underscored the critical importance of robust measures to protect sensitive information and manage risks in today’s digital age. Insights from the event, held December 10, 2024, included: Data Privacy: Trust and…
Quick Tips for Your 2024 Year-End Business Review
As we head toward the close of the year, the business tax landscape is beginning to come into focus. We won’t know what tax law changes might be in effect until well into the new year. Regardless of the political climate, however, we recommend common sense tax planning considerations you should undertake now as part…
Using Business Valuations to Drive Performance
Written and edited by Mac Lillard. Research assistance by AI. In the dynamic world of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), understanding the financial health and market position of your business is crucial. One key metric that often goes overlooked is the valuation of your business. Regularly monitoring your business valuation can provide useful insights that…
The Forensic Accountant: Your Secret Weapon for Thorough Due Diligence
A forensic accountant can enhance the valuation process, providing a credible and accurate assessment of the business’s value.
Protect Your Business: Cyber Risks from Physical Theft
Locking the doors is not enough to protect your business from theft. Today, companies face both physical and cyber risks, and it’s critical to understand how they’re connected. Cyber Risks from a Physical Theft Connected devices pose a double threat to your company’s security. If a thief breaks into one of your employee’s cars and…
Six Steps for Preparing to Sell Your Business
If you’re planning to sell your business, it’s a good idea to “dress” your business for success to help attract the most potential suitors. Here are six steps to M&A success.