Meara Welch Browne, P.C.

🚀 Elevate Your Business with Top-Notch Services! At Meara Welch Browne, P.C., we are a firm that specializes in a wide range of professional services to cater to your business needs. Here's what we offer: • 𝐓𝐚𝐱 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 💼: Whether you’re an S corporation, trust or estate, an individual or a not-for-profit organization, we stand ready to assist you with all of your tax planning and tax return preparation needs. • 𝐀𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 📊: Our straightforward approach to accounting and auditing services allows us to expertly and efficiently review financial statements, control systems and due diligence reports. • 𝐋𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 ⚖️: Retained by both the federal government and legal professionals, we consult and testify on everything from business valuation and economic damages to fraudulent financial reporting, collusion and anti-trust matters. • 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 🔍: Trust our professionals with your business valuation needs whether for general business planning, tax rates, mergers and acquisitions, or the end stages of complex litigation. • 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 🌐: As accountants and consultants, we have experience dealing with a wide range of business needs at all levels – from broad, strategic planning to implementing specific management directives. • 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐜𝐬/𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐮𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 🕵️♂️: We employ professionals qualified and experienced to assist you in designing fraud prevention controls and detecting fraud in your organization. Our team provides analysis in accounting, information technology and digital forensics that rises to the level of evidentiary requirements in criminal and civil litigations. 📢 Ready to take the next step? With a commitment to excellence and a team of experienced professionals, Meara Welch Browne, P.C. is your partner in helping you achieve your business goals. Schedule a consultation with our experts today and let’s discuss how we can support your business goals! Drop us a message at info@mwbpc.com or give us a call at (816) 561-1400. We’re here to help you navigate the complexities of business and financial strategies with ease. mwbpc.com/services/ #BusinessConsulting #TaxServices #Auditing #ForensicAccounting #LitigationSupport #BusinessValuation #FraudInvestigation #ProfessionalServices #Consulting #BusinessExcellence

🎉 Congratulations to our very own Julie Welch, for being named to Forbes’ inaugural 2025 "Best-In-State CPAs" list! Her dedication to excellence, client service, and leadership continues to elevate the profession and inspire our team. 👏 Join us in celebrating Julie and all the outstanding CPAs recognized by MOCPA and Forbes for this well-deserved honor! #BestInStateCPAs #Forbes2025 #MOCPA #MearaWelchBrowne #CPAExcellence #Leadership

🚨 BREAKING: BOI Reporting Enforcement SUSPENDED for U.S. Citizens & Domestic Companies 🚨 The U.S. Treasury Department has suspended enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) reporting requirements for U.S. citizens and domestic reporting companies. Additionally, penalties and fines associated with Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) filings will no longer be enforced under the current deadlines—or after upcoming rule changes. A proposed rulemaking will narrow the CTA’s scope to foreign reporting companies only, easing regulatory burdens for American businesses. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent emphasized that this move aligns with efforts to support small businesses and economic growth by rolling back excessive regulations. https://lnkd.in/gKeCZVS7 #CorporateTransparencyAct #BOI #RegulatoryUpdate #SmallBusiness #Compliance

🚨 BOI Reporting is Back! New Filing Deadline: March 21, 2025 🚨 Big news for businesses: The Federal District Court has lifted the injunction on Beneficial Ownership Interest (BOI) reporting, and FinCEN has reinstated the filing requirements with a new deadline of March 21, 2025 for most companies. ✅ If your business is affected, now is the time to act! 🔍 Congress is still considering a delay, but compliance remains critical. 📌 Stay informed, seek legal guidance, and monitor FinCEN updates. Read our blog post for what this means for your business here: https://lnkd.in/gN_RiAW3 #BOIReporting #FinCEN #Compliance #BusinessUpdates #Regulations

🚨 Breaking News: U.S. Supreme Court Allows BOI Reporting Enforcement 🚨 The Supreme Court has granted the government’s request to enforce the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), potentially reviving Beneficial Ownership Interest (BOI) reporting requirements for millions of businesses. While the case is still pending in the Fifth Circuit, today’s ruling allows enforcement to move forward. What does this mean for businesses? What steps should you take now? Read our full update here: https://lnkd.in/ghDNmaZR #BOIReporting #CorporateTransparencyAct #RegulatoryCompliance #FinCEN

Wishing a Merry Christmas to all our amazing clients, partners, and colleagues! As we reflect on this past year, we are incredibly grateful for your trust, collaboration, and support. Thank you for being an integral part of our journey and helping us achieve our goals. May this holiday season bring you and your loved ones joy, warmth, and cherished moments. Here’s to a prosperous and successful year ahead—Meara Welch Browne, P.C. is honored to be part of your story!

✨ Julie Welch Quoted in AARP Story on 7 Year-End Money Moves to Cut Your 2024 Tax Bill Posted on December 17, 2024 ✨ We’re proud to see our Tax Partner, Julie Welch, featured in AARP’s latest article, “7 Year-End Money Moves to Cut Your 2024 Tax Bill”, by Diane Harris. Julie shares valuable insights on key strategies, including managing required minimum distributions (RMDs) and optimizing deductions, to help older taxpayers navigate the year-end tax season effectively. A big thank you to Diane Harris spotlighting this important topic and including Julie’s expert advice alongside other leading professionals! Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gqgHwkP2

🚨URGENT – LATE-BREAKING DEVELOPMENT- Court issues nationwide preliminary injunction potentially affecting 12/31/24 BOI reporting deadline 🚨 Texas Court blocks the Corporate Transparency Act and may eliminate the requirement to report Beneficial Ownership Interests The US District Court for the Eastern District of Texas issued a NATIONWIDE preliminary injunction against the enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) on December 3, 2024. This preliminary injunction potentially affects the December 31, 2024 deadline for companies that existed before 2024 to report beneficial ownership interests (BOI) to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). The CTA, if left intact, would require most small to medium-sized businesses created in or registered to do business in the US to report beneficial ownership interests (BOI) to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). In Texas Top Cop Shop v. Garland et al., Judge Mazzant strongly rebuked the CTA for overstepping constitutional boundaries. Because one of the plaintiffs in the case, the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), represents clients nationwide, the court ruled that a nationwide injunction was necessary. This ruling follows a similar case previously this year, National Small Business United v. Yellen, where a federal district court in the Northern District of Alabama, Northeastern Division, enjoined the Department of Treasury and FinCEN from enforcing the CTA against the plaintiffs in that case. A notice of appeal has been filed in that case, but as of the writing of this article, reporting companies for which Isaac Winkles is the beneficial owner or applicant, the National Small Business Association, and members of the National Small Business Association as of March 1, 2024 are not required to report BOI to FinCEN at this time. Suggestions for businesses that have not filed with FinCEN and do not wish to file with FinCEN: Seek legal counsel to evaluate exposure if the injunction is lifted or enforcement resumes. Consider delaying filing with FinCEN but be prepared for potential compliance if the preliminary injunction is lifted by the judge or the injunction is overturned on appeal. Stay informed about updates and proceedings in this and other cases which could modify or change the injunction. https://lnkd.in/eJKFPVHf #CorporateTransparencyAct #BOIReporting #BusinessTransparency #BeneficialOwnership

Wishing a Happy Thanksgiving to all our amazing clients, partners, and colleagues! We are so grateful for your support and trust in Meara Welch Browne, P.C. We are truly thankful for our clients, partners, and employees who make everything we do possible. May your Thanksgiving be filled with joy, love, and memorable moments with loved ones. From all of us at Meara Welch Browne, P.C., Happy Thanksgiving! #Gratitude #Thanksgiving #ThankYou #MearaWelchBrowne

🌟 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭: 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐚 𝐋. 𝐒𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐡 🌟 Meet Cara L. Smith, Tax Partner at Meara Welch Browne, P.C. With a career deeply rooted in taxation, Cara excels in managing federal and state tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporate entities, and exempt organizations. Her expertise extends to tax planning, business litigation, mergers and acquisitions, and estate and gift tax transactions. Cara is also a skilled representative for clients under IRS audit. 📚 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐞: As a Certified Financial Planner and Certified Public Accountant, Cara offers invaluable advice on tax planning issues, including fringe benefits, retirement plans, and tax credits. She prepares tax accruals under ASC 740 and FIN 48 for audited corporate clients, ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial reporting. 🎓 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: Cara’s educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in accounting from Northwest Missouri State University and a master's in accounting with a focus on taxation from the University of Missouri – Kansas City. Her academic achievements lay a strong foundation for her professional expertise. 🌐 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 & 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: ● American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Member ● Missouri Society of Certified Public Accountants, Member, 2000-present; Accounting Careers Committee, 2007-2008; Taxation Committee, 2009- 2010 ● Missouri Society of Certified Public Accountants, LEAP Ambassador, 2007 ● American Business Women’s Association, Member, 2007; VP Finance, 2008- 2009 ● Leawood Chamber of Commerce, Member, 2014-2021 ● Kansas City Estate Planning Symposium, Fundamentals Committee, 2016 ● Heart of America Tax Institute, Committee Member 2020-Present; 2023 Treasurer & Arrangements Co-Chair ● Kansas City Star, Moneywise Contributor ● Journal of Financial Planning, Columnist • Journal in the Round, Participant, 2018 ● Ronald McDonald House Charities, Finance Committee and Audit Committee member, 2010-present ● NBC Channel 41’s Call for Action Phone Bank “Ask the Tax Expert” ● SparkLab 🎓 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Certified Public Accountant (Licensed in Missouri and Kansas) Certified Financial Planner 🏅𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐬 + 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬: MSCPA Women to Watch Award, 2007 Cara L. Smith’s dedication to her profession and her community makes her a standout leader in the field of taxation and financial planning. Join us in recognizing and celebrating her outstanding contributions and unwavering commitment to excellence. #Tax #PartnerSpotlight #BusinessConsulting #DrivingSuccess #FinancePlanning