Are you one of the many people who are not only considering remodeling but also reducing their carbon footprint while saving money? If you are, taking the next step just got a lot easier thanks to new, expanded tax benefits that are available for 2009 and 2010 as part of the recently enacted … [Read more...]
A Walk on the Wild Side
Contributing to the important work of The Nature of Wildworks Jeff Cameron, an SPS partner, and Mollie Hogan grew up next door to each other and have remained friends over the years. When she founded The Nature of Wildworks in 1995, Jeff offered to help. With Jeff's leadership, SPS currently … [Read more...]
SPS European Tour 2008
How the firm helps musicians complete a successful tour Okay, we may not be headlining, but we do lend a lot of support to musical artists on tour, whether traveling domestically or internationally. It’s just another example of the kind of work we do in our Business Management group. Here’s how we … [Read more...]
An Appreciation for Depreciation
New Depreciation Rules are Part of the Economic Stimulus Act of 2008 Earlier this year, the “Economic Stimulus Act of 2008” was passed in an effort to jumpstart the economy. In addition to the stimulus tax rebates for individuals and families, the new law includes a couple of business incentives … [Read more...]
Eco Friendly Accounting
How firms like SPS can go green without sacrificing client services Just how eco-friendly is your home or business? It’s something we ask ourselves all the time. And we are constantly seeking out new ways to conserve resources wherever possible. So here are some of the things we have figured out and … [Read more...]
Hong Kong: A local’s take on the great city
Questions and Answers with Vivienne Lau, SPS Staff Accountant Q. What do you miss most about living in Hong Kong? A. I miss the liveliness. Hong Kong is a small but very densely populated city, just like New York. Hong Kong has a population of nearly seven million and most take public … [Read more...]
Loan Crisis? Not if you have good credit and are a client of SPS
How our special relationship with City National Bank benefits you Listening to the media about the crisis in the loan industry would leave anyone thinking it is virtually impossible to get a good loan these days. Whether that's true or not for the general public, it isn't for those with good credit, … [Read more...]
Exercising judgment, not fingers
Elegant technology solutions with David Primes, Shareholder with an emphasis in technology As many of you may know, David Primes has a passion for technology. He is always looking forward out of genuine fascination with innovation, but also to deliver on the Sobul, Primes & Schenkel promise of … [Read more...]
The Water Buffalo Club
Thoughts from Rick Schenkel, immediate past president This is our nineteenth year helping local children's charities. Our objective is simple: to help out underprivileged children in the Los Angeles area, and have fun doing it. Since our inception, we have supported over 100 charitable organizations … [Read more...]
A Magical Villa, the Thinnest Crust
Secret pleasures on the Isle of Capri Normally, we would share a story here about global accounting issues. But, sometimes it is just too irresistible to share something a little more personal. As many of you know, Rick Schenkel is a dedicated lover of Italian cuisine, wines and culture. Here is one … [Read more...]
