"Forensic Accounting: Guide to Detecting and Investigating Accounting Fraud" is expertly designed to empower you with the tools and insights needed to detect, investigate, and prevent fraud effectively in any financial landscape.Here's just a taste of what you'll discover.• The 7-step guide to detecting fraud in financial statements that can turn any observation into an investigation• Benford's Law demystified: Learn how to apply it practically using Excel and elevate your forensic analytics effortlessly • Discover 5 warning signs that could indicate internal fraud and how to act swiftly • Uncover practical strategies for credit card fraud prevention that every business owner must know. Visualization to uncover discrepancies• 15 tips for CFE exam success based on real-world applications and experiences • The 5 worst fraud indicators amateurs miss: differentiate them from honest errors with confidence. Learn the 4 legal frameworks that frame your investigative processes • Interactive resources– from online simulations to dynamic tutorials for hands-on learning. Simplified access to the most effective fraud detection software, including free options. The secret to crafting a foolproof fraud prevention plan within your organization • Case studies that span multiple industries, with insights into high-profile fraud incidents. Up-to-date regulatory compliance guidance to ensure bulletproof business practices. How the Fraud Hexagon model can revolutionize your approach to detecting and preventing fraud..and much, much more!Ready to uncover financial fraud and wield confidence in forensic accounting? Scroll up and click "Add to Cart" to begin your journey into the world of financial transparency and integrity! Read more

A Comprehensive Guide to Trading in the Modern Stock MarketThis well-thought-out training regimen begins with an in-depth look at the necessary tools of the trade including your scanner, software and platform; and then moves to practical advice on subjects such as how to find the right stocks to trade, how to define support and resistance levels, and how to best manage your trades in the stress of the moment.An extensive review of proven trading strategies follows, all amply illustrated with real examples from recent trades. Risk management is addressed including tips on how to determine proper entry, profit targets and stop losses. Lastly, to bring it all together, there's a "behind the scenes" look at the author's thought process as he walks you through a number of trades. While aimed at the reader with some exposure to day trading, the novice trader will also find much useful information, easily explained, on the pages within.In this book, you'll learn...* How to start day trading as a business* How to day trade stocks, not gamble on them* How to choose a direct access broker, and required tools and platforms* How to plan important day trading strategies* How to execute each trading strategies in detail: entry, exit, stop loss* How to manage the trading plan Read more

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A complete and easy-to-follow resource covering every critical step of the accounting processLearning to love the language of business is easier than you think! In the newly revised Third Edition of Accounting All-In-One For Dummies with Online Practice, finance expert Michael Taillard walks you through every step of the accounting process, from setting up your accounting system to auditing and detecting financial irregularities.You’ll enjoy a unified compilation of mini-books and online practice and video resources that bring together everything you need to know about accounting into one convenient book and web portal. You’ll learn to record accounting transactions, adjust and close entries, prepare income statements and balance sheets, and more. You’ll also get:Online instructional videos that describe the modern reality of accounting in the digital ageGuidance and instruction on how to make savvy financial decisions to help guide your business in the right directionAdvice on how to handle case and make intelligent purchasing decisionsHelpful practice quizzes for each topic to help you crunch the numbersPerfect for anyone who’s just beginning their career or education in accounting—as well as those who just love numbers—Accounting All-in-One For Dummies is also a must-read for business owners, founders, and managers who want to get a better understanding of the financial side of commerce. Read more

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3 comprehensive manuscripts in 1 book Bookkeeping: The Ultimate Guide to Bookkeeping for Small BusinessAccounting: The Ultimate Guide to Accounting for Beginners – Learn the Basic Accounting PrinciplesAccounting: An Essential Guide to Learning Accounting QuicklyThe first part of this book is intended for people who want to know something about the fundamentals of bookkeeping without necessarily becoming a certified bookkeeper. Many people are in this position; small business owners, employers, employees, business owners, stockholders, investors, and many, many more. Most of these folks do not need a deep understanding of bookkeeping; they just need to learn what bookkeeping is and how they should be using it. Just as important, they need to understand what bookkeepers and accountants are talking about in their reports. They must learn the vocabulary and the most important terms. If you are one of those, you have found the right book for you. As an added bonus, part 1 contains a section for business taxes. Included is also a step-by-step guide to preparing W-2 forms and the information needed for those. Here are just some of the questions and topics discussed within part 1 of this book: Bookkeeping BasicsWhat’s New in Bookkeeping for Small Business?Managing Assets, Liabilities and Owner’s EquityUsing Ledgers and Journals to Track Business ActivityBookkeeping When You Have EmployeesDepreciationAdjusting EntriesMaking Sense out of the Financial StatementsTaxes for Small BusinessesSmall Business ChecklistBookkeeping Tips for Your Small BusinessAnd Much, Much MoreHere are just some of the topics that are discussed within part 2 of this book: Accounting is Different From BookkeepingUnderstanding the VocabularyAccounting Reports: The Income StatementThe Balance SheetThe Cash Flow StatementThe Accounting EquationThe CPA and Public AccountingJobs in Accounting: Financial AccountingTax AccountingAccounting ConsultantsForensic AccountingPersonal AccountingMeasures and RatiosAccounting SoftwareAnd Much, Much MoreJust a few of the topics discussed within part 3 of this book includes: Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)The Accounting EquationCash Method Vs Accrual MethodDouble-Entry AccountingFinancial StatementsMaking Adjusting EntriesCompleting the Accounting CycleSpecial JournalsAccounts ReceivablesLiabilities and PayrollCurrent and Long-term AssetsOwner’s EquityIncome StatementStatement of Cash FlowsFinancial RatiosAnd Much, Much MoreSo, what are you waiting for? Start your learning now by downloading this magnificent book! Read more

THE Guide to Basic Accounting for Small Business Owners, Beginners and Students!◆Do you want to learn accounting for your small business but feel overwhelmed by numbers and paperwork?◆Do you wish you could understand financial concepts like a pro and make better decisions for your business? If so, you are not alone.This book is written by a former CFO just for you!In this book, you will follow Caroline, a passionate baker who runs a small eatery called Sweet Caroline Bakery. She makes the best cupcakes in town, but she has no clue about accounting. She is drowning in numbers and needs a lifeline.You will join her on her journey as she learns accounting basics for small businesses.YOU WILL DISCOVER:What is accounting and why it’s not as boring as it soundsHow to set up your business (such as an LLC), accounting system and keep track of your doughThe basic accounting rules and how to follow them without breaking a sweatHow to read and analyze your financial statements and understand your bottom lineHow to understand and mitigate financial risks and fraudHow to use financial ratios and indicators to measure your performance and spot red flagsHow to create budgets and forecasts and gain greater control over your finances and goalsHow to deal with taxes and comply with tax laws without pulling your hair outHow to choose software and an accountant that won’t break the bankBy the end of this book, you will have a clear understanding of accounting concepts, and how they apply to your business. You will be able to use your financial information and make smarter decisions that will help you grow your business and achieve your goals. You will also feel more confident and in control of your finances.This book is not only informative but fun to read. It has a friendly and witty tone that will make you smile and learn at the same time. It also has real-life examples, exercises, questions, and tips that will help you apply what you learn. Whether you are a beginner or a non-financial person, this book is for you.FREE DIGITAL ACCOUNTING GIFT:As a thank you for buying this book, you will also get a FREE accounting checklist of the recurring tasks involved in accounting. You can use this checklist as a handy reference guide while working on managing your financials. To get your free checklist, simply follow the instructions at the beginning or end of the book.Don’t let accounting intimidate you! Grab your copy of “Small Business Accounting: Money Matters Made Easy: A Beginner's Guide for Entrepreneurs” and learn accounting the easy way. Don’t miss your opportunity to transform your business with accounting. Read more

Are you a REALTOR looking to break free from commission-based income and start building lasting wealth? From Net Commission to Net Worth is your step-by-step guide to transitioning from selling real estate to investing in it. Whether you’re looking to buy your first rental property, flip your first house, or create a portfolio that generates true financial freedom, this book will show you exactly how to do it.Packed with actionable strategies, real-world examples, and practical steps, this book demystifies real estate investing for agents who are ready to take control of their financial future. Learn how to leverage your industry knowledge, find and fund deals, and build a business that works for you—long after the commission checks stop.If you're ready to go from closing deals for others to creating wealth for yourself, this book is your roadmap.About the Author Dustin C. Hoog is a real estate investor, coach, and entrepreneur dedicated to helping REALTORS transition from selling properties to owning them. With years of experience in real estate investing—including fix-and-flips, rentals, and wholesaling—Dustin has built a thriving portfolio and now teaches others how to do the same.As the founder of The Wealth Building Agent, he has coached countless agents on how to break free from commission-based income and create long-term wealth through smart investing. He also hosts masterminds, events, and a podcast dedicated to helping REALTORS succeed in real estate beyond just sales.When he’s not coaching or investing, Dustin enjoys spending time with his family, running his business ventures, and helping other entrepreneurs build lives of financial freedom and flexibility. Read more

An organization that sells bonds to investors must deal with a variety of transactions. In the Accounting for Bonds manual, we cover the accounting for every possible event, including the initial bond issuance, interest payments, the amortization of discounts or premiums, and the eventual redemption of bonds. We also address several related topics, including the effective interest method, how to account for convertible bonds, and dealing with bonds issued between interest payment dates. Read more

A much-awaited compendium on Contemporaneous Accounting for Business Combination and Group Accounts. This piece depicts the idiosyncratic view and perspective of the author and the materials have gone a long way to demystifying the salient issues and practical scenarios in accounting for Business Combinations in accordance with IFRS 3 (Revised) and also on preparation and presentation of Group Accounts with respect to IFRS 10 and lots more. This is an output of over 9years research and documentation of methodologies that best explain the basic concepts, mechanics, and principles that underlie the accounting for business combinations in the modern age of seeking growth through “Mergers and Acquisition”, rather than through “Organic growth.” The book is meant to cover the knowledge gaps identified and demonstrated by students, practicing accountants and professionals on the most appropriate accounting for all forms of business combinations (including acquisitions, mergers, statutory mergers, integration absorption, true mergers, etc.) and the subsequent requirement to present group accounts for business combinations that result in “Parent-Subsidiary Relationship”. This book is invaluable and useful for professional accountants, auditors, academicians, researchers, professional students, business owners, and tertiary institution students. This represents my give back to the profession and the society, so as to promote best practices and uphold the accountancy and finance profession in its entirety. Read more

The easy way to get a grip on International Reporting StandardsIFRS For Dummies is your complete introduction to IFRS and international accounting and balancing standards. Combining all the facts needed to understand this complex subject with useful examples, this easy-to-read guide will have you on top of IFRS in no time.In plain English, it helps you make sense of IFRS and your understanding of: what they are and where they apply; how to adopt IFRS for the first time; how IFRS affects the key components of your financial statements; how to disclose information in financial statements; and much more.Covers what to do if you're applying IFRS for the first timeExplains complicated material in plain EnglishHelps you make sense of this principles-based set of standards that establish broad rules for financial reportingIf you're an accountant, student, or trainee in need of accessible information on IFRS, this hands-on, friendly guide has you covered. Read more

Say goodbye to scratching your head in confusion This accounting book could be the answer you're looking for... This book is intended for people who want to know something about the fundamentals of financial accounting without becoming an accountant. Many people are in this position; small business owners, employers, employees, business owners, stockholders, investors, and many, many more. Most of these folks do not need a deep understanding of accounting; they just need to learn what accounting is and how they should be using it. Just as important, they need to understand what accountants are talking about in their reports. They must learn the vocabulary and the most important terms. If you are one of those, you have found the right book for you. We will examine this subject in some detail, discussing accounting fundamentals, the various areas where accounting professionals work and the information they produce. We will also examine the measures and ratios that accountants use to analyze an organization's performance and the important relationship between time and money. The fact that information is the product of accounting will remain foremost in this book. Here are just some of the topics that are discussed within this book: Accounting is Different From BookkeepingUnderstanding the VocabularyAccounting Reports: The Income StatementThe Balance SheetThe Cash Flow StatementThe Accounting EquationThe CPA and Public AccountingJobs in Accounting: Financial AccountingTax AccountingAccounting ConsultantsForensic AccountingPersonal AccountingMeasures and RatiosAccounting SoftwareAnd Much, Much MoreSo, what are you waiting for? Start your learning now by downloading this magnificent book Read more

If you're a business owner wanting to learn more about taxes without going through boring textbooks, then keep reading... Benjamin Franklin once said that, “in life, only two things are certain: death and taxes.” He wasn't exaggerating about the latter. And because you must deal with taxes for as long as you live and earn money, you must get it right every time. Unlike any other infractions or violations, tax-related offenses have major repercussions. At a minimum, you will pay fines and expenses. But if your tax violations are serious, you may end up in jail. Think about this: the infamous mafia gangster boss Al Capone was indicted and sent to prison not because of his violent crimes, but because of tax violations. Hence, you must take your taxes very seriously. So, what does it take to manage your taxes successfully and avoid the massive inconveniences associated with being flagged by the Internal Revenue Service for tax violations? There are so many answers to this question, but they can be summed up in one term: tax accounting. And that is what this book is all about. Written with non-accountant entrepreneurs in mind, this book can help you learn important tax accounting principles for ensuring optimal tax management in your business. These include: What tax accounting is.Important tax accounting guidelines.The difference between accounting and bookkeeping.How to claim tax deductions legally.How to choose the right business entity.How to manage payroll tax.Discover if you need an S corporation or a C corporation.And much, much more!By the time you're finished with this book, you'll be armed with sufficient knowledge to ensure proper management of your businesses' income taxes. And while you can never avoid taxes, what you'll learn here can make you and the IRS the best of friends. So, grab your copy of this book now and start your journey towards optimal tax management for your small business. Read more

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A business may issue financial statements with one profit or loss figure, while filing a tax return with a different ending result. These reporting variations are due to differences between the accounting standards and tax regulations. Accounting for Income Taxes covers the essential guidelines to be followed when dealing with temporary differences, carrybacks and carryforwards, and whether to recognize deferred tax assets and liabilities. The manual also deals with the proper accounting for tax positions, which tax-related information to disclose in the financial statements, and several related matters. In short, this manual is the essential reference for anyone accounting for income taxes. Read more

Number nightmares in accounting? No more!The numbers are clear: the need for accountants is not only strong, but on the rise. With job growth projected to increase by 7% over the next 10 years, there’s no time like the present to join this growing—and profitable—profession. Accounting Workbook For Dummies, 2nd Edition gives you the hands-on instruction you need to understand complicated concepts through demonstration problems, practice worksheets. and spreadsheets. Understand the role of accountants versus bookkeepersDevelop knowledge to establish and maintain high quality accounting systemsDip your toes into accounting in the digital ageLearn to properly interpret financial statements and reportsGenerate income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statementsExpand your knowledge on sources of business capitalLearn how to improve profits and manage costsUnderstanding the intricacies of accounting has never been easier as in today’s rapid-fire global economy, accountants have never been more important—it’s all in your hands with this plain-English workbook! Read more

Quick answers to your IFRS questionsPresented in a question and answer format, The Vest Pocket IFRS provides a brief explanation of each IFRS topic, the issues involved, and the solution. Coverage includes calculations, journal entries, flowcharts outlining various options, footnotes disclosures, and brief examples.Provides quick answers to specific questions in a Q & A formatFocuses on the most common accounting problems arising from a particular IFRS topicCalculations, footnotes disclosures, and brief examples are providedOther titles by Bragg: The Vest Pocket Controller, Accounting Best Practies, Sixth Edition, and Just-in-Time Accounting, Third EditionThe first book of its kind to answer IFRS issues on the spot, The Vest Pocket IFRS gives you the quick, specific IFRS answers you need right now. Read more

Get up to date on the latest FASB, SEC, and AICPA guidelines and best practicesFair Value Measurement provides hands-on guidance and the latest best practices for measuring fair value in financial reporting. The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) have all updated their guidelines for practitioners, and this book details the changes from a practical perspective. This new third edition includes a discussion on Private Company Council accounting alternatives for business combinations and impairment testing, with a detailed example of the Market Participant Acquisition Premium (MPAP), including European and Asian examples and expanded discussion of IFRS.Fair value measurement guidelines continue to evolve, and this comprehensive reference provides a valuable, up-to-date resource for preparers, auditors, and valuation specialists.Adopt the best practices for implementing the FASB's Topic 820Learn the latest reporting requirements for fair value measurementsUnderstand accounting alternatives for business combinationsExamine the details of MPAP in Europe and AsiaApplying fair value measurements to financial statements requires a move away from rules-based standards and toward application of professional judgment. This controversial shift has led to a reliance on valuation specialists, who face their own challenges in applying Topic 820 amidst an economic downturn and recovery, leading to an ever evolving set of best practices. Practitioners must stay up to date, and be aware of the changes as they occur. Fair Value Measurement provides the most recent information and a practical approach to this area of financial reporting. Read more

Some assets and liabilities can now be reported at their fair values, which is a significant divergence from the common practice of only reporting historical costs. Fair Value Accounting helps the accountant sort out the situation by defining when fair value measurements should be performed, the parameters for measuring fair value, and how to disclose this information in the financial statements. The manual also notes those situations in which fair value is used to evaluate whether assets have been impaired. Read more

You own your own business-terrific! Are you having fun and raking in the profits? Or, are you on a treadmill of too much work with too little reward? Business is booming, but at the end of the month...you haven't made any money! There is nothing left in the checking account, and there is a stack of unpaid bills on your desk. WHAT HAPPENED?? This book will teach you the basics you need to keep track of your business. Find out where the money goes...and learn how to make more of it. The information I share in this book, we should've learned in sixth grade. I didn't. I didn't even learn business basics in college, and I graduated at the top of my class with a degree in Business Administration. Read more