NJCPA Focus

NJCPA Focus is an informative blog that discusses timely issues, trends and developments in the accounting industry from NJCPA members, staff and other professionals. 

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    Retirement Planning for Personal Injury Attorneys: What Every New Jersey CPA Should Know

    Posted: September 2, 2026
    Explore how CPAs can help personal injury attorneys manage volatile contingency-fee income, defer taxes and build more predictable retirement income with structured fees beyond the limits of traditional 401(k) and deferred compensation plans.
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    10 Best Practices for Protecting Client Information

    Posted: August 26, 2026
    Strengthen your firm’s cybersecurity by protecting sensitive client data, tightening access and vendor controls, training staff and clients and preparing in advance for potential breaches.
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    6 Reasons Cybersecurity Is Now Part of Client Service

    Posted: August 20, 2026
    CPA firms can strengthen client trust and reduce cyber risk by making practical safeguards such as employee training, MFA, limited access, timely updates, incident planning and regular security reviews part of everyday business operations.
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    Planning Separately, Together

    Posted: August 10, 2026
    A multidisciplinary planning approach to family office clients offers a different way of thinking about the planning process by considering how recommendations from different disciplines affect one another and support a family's broader objectives.
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    Family Offices: What’s New in the Tax World

    Posted: August 7, 2026
    In addition to the family’s investments, a family office may offer estate planning, tax advisory and preparation, real estate management and even concierge coordination services. Ensuring they remain current on tax law updates is essential.
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    5 Steps New Grads Can Use for a Healthier Financial Future

    Posted: August 6, 2026
    New accounting graduates can build long-term financial stability by creating and following a budget, saving consistently, managing debt, maintaining adequate insurance and protecting their digital identity.
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    Beyond Tax Returns: How CPAs Add Value to Family Office Clients

    Posted: August 6, 2026
    The conversations that often make the greatest impact with family office clients extend well beyond tax planning and financial reporting. Some of the most meaningful discussions center on preparing for the future.
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