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Levy v Martin Revisited: Court Case Emphasizes Value of Engagement Letters…from Start to Finish
Some may recall an article in the March/April Leaders’ Edge in 2001 discussing the Michigan Supreme Court decision in Levy v Martin, 463 Mich 478, 620 NW2d 292 (2001). The case involved tax preparation services covering a span of years.

Update on MACPA Legislative Priorities 
The MACPA Board of Directors, Legislative Advisory Group and government relations staff remain extremely busy in the pursuit of the CPA profession’s legislative and regulatory agenda. 2008 promises to be a very exciting and full year on the legislative front; and keeping all MACPA members well-informed is a top priority.

Navigator of the Profession – J. Garza, CPA
If there was one word to describe J. Garza it would be dedicated – dedicated to the profession, the community and his family. With one of the most successful accounting practices in the downriver area, J. strives to provide the best tax, accounting and financial consulting for a fair price and show his clients that he cares about their financial concerns.

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MACPA: Helping Members Enhance Their Knowledge
The hottest issue for the profession is the movement toward a unified CPA license mobility system. As the effort gains traction across the country, I’m pleased to report we are very close to introducing legislation in Michigan. Easing restrictions on interstate practice will save us, our clients, and our companies time and money by allowing us to do our jobs more effectively and efficiently. Tune in to the MACPA for updates in the coming days.


News & Notes from the State Board of Accountancy – Licensing Issues

State Tax Q&A: Treasury Officials Address Task Force Questions
Michigan’s New Business Tax Includes Expanded Definition of Nexus


Benjamin (the Pig) Is a Year Old
2008 Economic Stimulus Act – Incentives for New Construction


Ethics Q&A: Failure to Obtain Form 8879 Is Risky
Election-Year Support of PAC More Important than Ever


XBRL – The Next Evolution in Financial Reporting


2008-2009 CPE Course Catalog Now Available



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