By Peter Stevanoff, CPA Partner with The ZLC Group, Orchard Park Office Like 2023, 2024 so far has not produced significant tax legislation impacting year-end tax planning. It does, however, continue to be impacted by tax legislation enacted in prior years. Legislation such as The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act,...

It is with great sadness that we share the heartbreaking news of the passing of John “Cy” Cywinski, one of the founding partners of The ZLC Group CPAs. Cy passed away unexpectedly on September 3rd, leaving behind a profound void in our firm, the accounting and audit community, and in...

Are you a business owner? We know it’s not easy. You might need help managing your expenses. When it comes to balancing the books, understanding fixed and variable expenses is critical. But even the savviest business owners could use a hand defining terms and crunching the numbers.  Here’s a breakdown...

Unlocking financial success in the heart of the Southtowns The ZLC Group, CPAs is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its new Southtowns location nestled within the historic Bank of America building in the Village of Orchard Park. Situated at 6529 E. Quaker Street, Orchard Park, NY 14127, this...

Owning or operating a business can be stressful, especially when it comes to the pressures surrounding money management. At The ZLC Group, we are committed to your financial health and continued business success. If you are interested in exploring opportunities to relieve some of your business debt, here are a...

Have you ever applied for a credit card? A loan? A mortgage? If you’re reading this, you’re likely one of 80% of Americans who has consumer debt, which is money owed to lenders and creditors for things like credit cards, student loans, auto loans, and mortgages.  So, you’ve got debt,...

Like it or not, a new year is upon us—and that means looking back to see how we fared with our finances in 2023. To help you finish the year strong (or establish a plan for future success in 2024), here are a few financial tasks to consider before the...

You can’t run a successful business without knowing where your money is coming from and where it’s going. In short, you need a business budget. To help you and your business operate as efficiently as possible, here’s a quick guide to help you manage your business budget.   1. Take...

A message from one of our partners – Edward Lavery, CPA   Dear clients, partners, and friends: For those of you who have been with us for a while, you’ve probably noticed a fresh new look at thezlcgroup.com. And for those of you who may be new to our website...

It’s time to conduct an audit for your business, but which industry terms and conditions do you need to know? Here’s a quick list of concepts to know—and tips to consider—before your business is audited this tax season.   AUDIT: a systematic review of your business transactions; a review of...

Can you feel it in the air? It’s that magical time of year again: tax season! For some, it’s a simple task. For others, it’s a bit more complicated than that. No matter which way you look at it, though, there is one universal truth to filing your taxes: Nobody...