A comprehensive round-up of tax pointers for plant-touching businesses in the cannabis industry from CJBS Senior Partner Matt Bergman, CPA. Cannabis’s federal illegality and stringent regulations for state-legal businesses make taxation in the cannabis industry difficult to navigate–and that’s an understatement. CJBS Senior Partner Matt Bergman, CPA, knows these complexities well, having operated in the […]
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Internal controls are procedural safeguards put in place to protect access to financial information and transactions. Setting up internal controls is critical for any business to prevent fraud, but it is even more important for cannabis operators–as the industry is especially susceptible to fraud. We discuss internal controls in detail in this webinar with Partner […]
On May 30, Minnesota joined 22 other U.S. states in legalizing adult-use cannabis. Building off of a strict medical cannabis program with only two operators and 15 dispensaries, hopeful cannabis business owners will have the opportunity to enter an uncapped license market to provide adult-use cannabis to adults aged 21 and older. By 2027, annual […]
The cannabis industry is especially susceptible to fraud, not only because of the stigma the industry still faces, but also because state-legal businesses are still so new and are growing quickly. Yet when fraud hits your business, it can be devastating to your finances as well as your reputation. Fortunately, there are steps you can […]
Here, we outline ways your cannabis business can safeguard against internal and external fraud attempts. Cannabis is still a nascent industry—yet cannabis businesses throughout the United States have already seen their fair share of fraud. You may have heard the stories of internal theft, duped investors, cyberattacks, or inflated THC percentages on lab tests—the list […]
As the cannabis industry continues to grow, so does the need for proper tax planning. With constantly changing regulations and laws, it can be challenging for cannabis companies to stay up-to-date on their tax obligations. To ensure your cannabis company is maximizing their tax benefits while minimizing your liabilities, here is a comprehensive tax planning […]