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Stop struggling with PDFs! Adobe Acrobat and other PDF tools provide access to features that make working with PDF files a breeze. This course will teach you how to use tools and features such as PDF forms, redaction, converting PDFs to Word and Excel files, and electronic signatures. You will also learn how to create and apply tick marks; build indices, catalogs, and portfolios; and secure PDF documents to their fullest. The popularity and usefulness of PDFs increase daily, but most PDF users have not learned how to manipulate PDF documents effectively. Accordingly, they struggle and strain with these standard files. You do not need to let this be the case. Join us in this very timely session, where you will learn the top features necessary to optimize your work with PDF documents.

This course is designed for firm partners and managers to explore ways to incorporate data analytics and related technologies in their audit practices. Participants explore how small and mid-size firms are using these tools to improve engagement efficiency and quality while providing opportunities for value-added services to clients. All of AHI's multi-day courses rely on live participant engagement. For this 2-hr. course, we encourage you to have a working webcam and microphone to take advantage of a live discussion leader and participant interaction.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation tools offer incredible opportunities for all business professionals to improve productivity and accuracy. For example, generative AI tools such as ChatGPT and Bard can be beneficial when conducting research or drafting reports and correspondence. Likewise, Microsoft's Power Automate platform and similar tools such as Zapier can help you elevate efficiency to levels you may have thought unattainable. If this sounds appealing, plan to participate in this session to modernize your workflows and take advantage of these tools. This session will teach you practical applications of today's AI and automation tools. Moving beyond fundamental discussions, you will learn how to use AI and automation to streamline workflows, improve internal control, maximize productivity, and even improve team member morale. In addition, you will learn about some potential pitfalls associated with these technologies and how to avoid making mistakes when using these tools. In sum, this session is "must-see CPE," and you should plan to participate in this class today.

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Estate planning continues to evolve, and staying informed about the latest trends and strategies is crucial for professionals in the field. This forward-looking course delves into the intricacies of estate planning, with a specific focus on the year 2025 and beyond. Participants will explore cutting-edge techniques, emerging legal considerations, and industry developments to ensure they are equipped with the knowledge and skills to create effective estate plans that withstand the test of time and safeguard their clients' legacies. This course will address many issues that are specific to Oregon and Washington, allowing you to finally be able to attend a course geared towards your specific state.

Small businesses have many retirement plan options. The selection of the best plan helps our clients minimize taxes and secure a more comfortable retirement. We'll cover how to navigate through the options and pick the best retirement plan for each client. We'll have a discussion of relevant SECURE Act 2.0 developments including Roth SIMPLE and SEP IRA provisions which are effective now.OSCPA has partnered with the Washington Society of CPAs for this event.

Which technology trends will impact you and your business? What emerging technologies will potentially help you to address security and efficiency? How will the emergence of Windows 11 affect you? Should you consider subscription-based software? What does the future of communication technology have in store for you? Get answers to these and other questions by participating in K2's Technology Update, a four-hour review of technology trends and developments affecting virtually all business professionals.

Microsoft Teams is one of the most exciting personal and organizational productivity tools ever appearing on the business landscape. With Teams, you can communicate and collaborate easily and securely with others, including colleagues outside your organization. Further, you can extend the already-robust functionality in Teams by incorporating add-in solutions with just a few mouse clicks. Unfortunately, despite Teams' power and relatively simple interface, many organizations struggle to deploy and use Teams. In this session, you will learn how to get up and running quickly in Teams to take full advantage of this powerful tool. More specifically, you will learn how to get started in Teams and critical decisions affecting your deployment. Also, you will learn how to work in Teams, take advantage of the chat, voice, and video call services, and share documents securely with others. Moreover, you will learn how to extend your Teams platform to external organizations for improved communication and collaboration. Additionally, you will identify how to add other applications to Teams and optimize Team's configuration for the best overall efficiency and security. If you are working with Teams or plan to do so, this is one CPE session you can't afford to miss!

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Navigating tax compliance in the aftermath of an individual's passing can be particularly challenging for those unfamiliar with estate tax matters. This comprehensive course provides a practical, hands-on approach to preparing the Oregon Estate Tax Return. By understanding the unique aspects of Oregon Estate Tax Law and how it aligns with federal estate tax obligations, participants will gain the knowledge needed to navigate these complex issues confidently. In addition to covering the preparation of the Oregon Estate Tax Return, this course delves into postmortem estate planning considerations, probate and non-probate concerns, and other common challenges like valuation and joint tenancy. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the skills to manage estate tax matters efficiently, ensuring compliance and proper handling of clients' estate tax responsibilities.

Security is not optional, and yesterday's security techniques do not minimize today's threats. Therefore, now is the time to tune up what you know about protecting sensitive data. This program will teach you the latest tools and techniques for securing your data, including encryption, virus protection, safe communications, electronic signatures, secure authentication, and more. You will also learn how to implement a practical, five-step approach to securing your PC and the questions you should ask your staff to ensure server-based information remains protected. Security failures, such as client or customer data breaches, are costly - they can even drive your company out of business. So, what security tools do you need, and how should you use them to secure your sensitive data and systems? Can you risk attempting to manage today's threats using yesterday's techniques? Participate in this program to learn how to identify viable and practical solutions to mitigating today's security threats.

The intricacies of tax compliance following an individual's passing can often perplex practitioners due to the complex nature of this field. This comprehensive course equips you with a practical understanding of the nuances involved in preparing the Washington Estate Tax Return. Gain the knowledge necessary to navigate the requirements effectively and ensure compliance. Learn to address various postmortem estate planning intricacies while aligning with federal tax considerations. This course provides a thorough exploration of Washington estate tax law, guiding you through the preparation process step-by-step.

The IRS/Practitioners Forum brings together IRS representatives and industry experts to address key updates, answer complex questions and offer the insights and guidance to navigate IRS-related challenges. Lunch is included for this in-person option!CPE Credit: 8 IRS CE: Pending ApprovalCLE-OR Pending Approval *Need IRS CE credit? You must register with the exact name the IRS has on file. You must also have a valid PTIN & LTC/LTP number on file with OSCPA. Click Here to check your account and update your information. Early Registration Fee: Webcast (Register by 10/17/25): $110Registration Fee: Webcast (Register after 10/17/25): $125 Cosponsored by: IRS, OAIA, OATC, ORSEA, OSB-TS, OSCPA, OSTC

Knowing the numbers is a valued skill, but not nearly enough to make you a real business leader. True leaders put in the work and make sacrifices for others. Leadership is a learned skill, a skill that must be practiced. It may look simple, and it is - only if you know what to do and how to do it. Leadership requires one to develop a greater understanding of intangibles that are difficult to quantify - but are priceless. The best leaders care about others, are trustworthy and are credible. We will discuss proven tactics to enhance those skills. Worthy for those who want to become even more valuable as a business leader. This stand-alone-event is part of our 2025 CAS (Client Accounting Services) three-part series. Today, more and more business clients are seeking greater strategic insight and a higher level of value from their accounting professional. These courses will help you explore this new this opportunity and be better prepared to meet client demands. The three 2-credit events in this series are: Advancing Your Role as a Business Leader - October 31 Preparing for a New Role as a Fractional CFO - What to Do - November 7 Ready to be an Effective CFO? Skills to Succeed - November 14OSCPA has partnered with the Idaho Society of CPAs for this event.

The most difficult concepts to master when dealing with flow-through business entities are the basis and distribution concepts. Major error and malpractice issues occur if the CPA does not fully understand the impact of these rules. This course is designed to focus on the practical applications of these rules.OSCPA has partnered with the Washington Society of CPAs for this event.

Join Greg and George as they walk through strategies for purchasing real estate, including written allocation provisions. They'll also discuss how to easily and inexpensively break out the purchase price apportioned to improvements into its components: Building, land improvements and personal property. They'll take a deep dive into claiming bonus depreciation, section 179 and de minimis deductions on real estate. Additionally, how to deduct remodeling costs of rental properties and owner-occupied business real estate. You'll get practical sample documents, including cost segregation information and de minimis policies. Apportionment of purchase price to land, building, personal property and land improvement. Bonus depreciation, section 179 and de minimis expensing for real estate. Financing considerations, including whether clients should make the real property election out of section 163(j).OSCPA has partnered with the Washington Society of CPAs for this event.

Join Greg and George as they cover crucial strategies for recovering the cost of real estate including partial dispositions and removal costs. They'll also cover an efficient method for distinguishing between repairs and capitalizable expenditures. Additionally, they'll cover the role of the tax preparer in like-kind exchanges. Finally, a method to convert nondeductible interest expense into deductible interest expense.OSCPA has partnered with the Washington Society of CPAs for this event.

This deep dive into this topic will include the self-employment tax for rental properties, including lengthy coverage of the exemption for rental property and Airbnb's. We'll also cover the QBID treatment of rental real estate generally and for triple net lease property, and aggregation of rental properties. Finally, we'll cover the taxation of rental properties used for personal purposes including the "Augusta Rule" (section 280A vacation homes).OSCPA has partnered with the Washington Society of CPAs for this event.

We'll cover crucial strategies to help you maneuver through the passive activity area, including a deep dive into real estate professionals and short-term rentals. We'll cover like-kind exchange strategies and minimizing the tax burden of taxable dispositions of real estate.OSCPA has partnered with the Washington Society of CPAs for this event.

Artificial Intelligence has jumped to the forefront of technology, and perhaps no other technology receives as much attention as AI. Yet, most accounting and financial professionals struggle to take full advantage of the productivity gains that AI can provide. Change that paradigm by participating in K2's Artificial Intelligence Conference!

The planning process to become a fractional CFO is complex and essential, with many considerations. First, should you become a fractional CFO? Do you want to work with an established entity or hang out your own shingle? What are the pros and cons of the alternatives? What are the steps to take? Making sound decisions is not easy. Can you provide the skills and services that smaller organizations need? Many who attempt to become a fractional CFO fail. Learn from their mistakes! This stand-alone-event is part of our 2025 CAS (Client Accounting Services) three-part series. Today, more and more business clients are seeking greater strategic insight and a higher level of value from their accounting professional. These courses will help you explore this new this opportunity and be better prepared to meet client demands. The three 2-credit events in this series are: Advancing Your Role as a Business Leader - October 31 Preparing for a New Role as a Fractional CFO - What to Do - November 7 Ready to be an Effective CFO? Skills to Succeed - November 14OSCPA has partnered with the Idaho Society of CPAs for this event.

National Chair of the American Academy of Attorneys-CPAs Ethics Committee, instructor/author James Rigos, Attorney-CPA, will instruct on the topic areas that are required under the Board of Accountancy Administrative Rules for CPAs.NOTE: This course meets the Oregon Board of Accountancy's biennial four-hour general ethics requirement.For the most current Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs), refer to the BOA website: https://tinyurl.com/OR-BOA-Rules.

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