Notice to Taxpayers is Heavy on Innuendo, Light on Specifics
WASHINGTON, DC – The Internal Revenue Service today issued a statement suggesting a greater focus in the next year on S-Corp ESOPs and tax compliance, particularly for companies with a parent holding or management company structure and certain owner finance arrangements. While very short on specifics, the IRS communication appears to be driven by aggressive marketing of ESOP plans by some, although the IRS provides no specific examples of where an ESOP has been used in the manner they suggest.
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ESOP Association Resources
Aug. 08
The shared passion for employee ownership is something that runs deep throughout the ESOP community. It’s something we all feel strongly about, and a key driver of why the ESOP model works for so many millions of Americans. But what is it, scientifically, about ESOP culture that fosters this pride among employee owners?
Aug. 03
Earlier this year, The ESOP Association announced the first Chapter expansion since the 1990s to better serve our membership, reinstating a standalone Florida Chapter and creating the Rocky Mountain Chapter, serving Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming. TEA is excited to announce our newest chapters are already making great progress, and both will be hosting their inaugural conferences in August (Florida) and September (Rocky Mountain)!
Feb. 26
This is going to be crucial year for TEA and for ESOPs. In the February issue of the ESOP Report, you'll read about the importance of having a strong, unified voice in Washington (especially now), the latest update on the National Conference, information on new resources for ESOP committee members, and so much more!
Feb. 17
Todd Bransky, or “Mr. ESOP,” as he is known to his fellow employee owners, is a Systems Integration Specialist for Folience, which is based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He is a passionate advocate for employee ownership and an IT expert with more than 22 years of experience.
Feb. 05
New COVID-19 guidelines from the DOL's OSHA are now available online.
Feb. 02
At NCM Associates, strong relationships—with employee owners and with customers—are an essential part of the business.
Chapter News, Resource
Jul. 31
Recap of chapter activities at Annual Conference; new Congress and new ESOP bill.