Antares Group’s COVID-19 Webinar Series

Antares Group is hosting a series of webcasts designed to bring the latest information to you in this rapidly changing environment during the coronavirus outbreak. Below are links to the webinars we have hosted. We will add more as they become available.

How Does ARPA Help Your Business? (March 23, 2021)

Presented by:

  • Frank McLaughlin, CPA
  • Deanna Olton, CPA

What’s New: PPP 2.0 and Employee Retention Credits (January 12, 2021)

Presented by:

  • Frank McLaughlin, CPA

What’s Next With PPP: Paycheck Protection Flexibility Act (June 15, 2020)

The password is rE3A2zPA

Presented by:

  • Mark Kashgegian, CPA
  • Frank McLaughlin, CPA

What’s Next With PPP: Paycheck Protection Flexibility Act (June 11, 2020)

The password is aS2iAw9K

Presented by:

  • Mark Kashgegian, CPA
  • Frank McLaughlin, CPA

What’s Next With PPP: Paycheck Protection Flexibility Act (June 8, 2020)

The password is jEm2J3fQ

Presented by:

  • Mark Kashgegian, CPA
  • Frank McLaughlin, CPA

PPP Forgiveness Application is Out. Now What? (May 20, 2020)

The password is cPmt2HcD

Presented by:

  • Mark Kashgegian, CPA
  • Frank McLaughlin, CPA

A Deeper Dive Into The CARES Act and Its Benefits: PPP, EIDL, ERTC, Payroll Tax Deferral (April 27, 2020)

The password is Dh2c66m6

Presented by:

  • Mark Kashgegian, CPA – Antares Group, Inc.
  • Frank McLaughlin, CPA – Antares Group, Inc.
  • Nina Daigle, CPA – Antares Group, Inc.
  • Kristin Ward – Antares Group, Inc.
  • Ken Clayton – Proliant
  • Adam Clayton– Proliant

PPP & Loan Forgiveness (April 14, 2020)

The password is HkdS9uaH

Presented by:

  • Mark Kashgegian, CPA
  • Frank McLaughlin, CPA
  • Heidi Pearson, CPA, CVA
  • Kristin Ward
  • Emmitt White, CPA

Antares Wealth Presents: State of the Investment Markets (April 6, 2020)

The password is Pc5pV3Ri

Presented by:

  • Mark Kashgegian, CPA – Antares Group, Inc.
  • Brandon Downs – Antares Wealth Management
  • Eric Toole – Antares Wealth Management

Paycheck Protection Program: SBA Loans Under the CARES Act (April 2, 2020)

The password is: rByvag9M

Presented by:

  • Mark Kashgegian, CPA – Antares Group, Inc.
  • Heidi Pearson, CPA, CVA – Antares Group, Inc.
  • Lindsey Pierce, CPA – Antares Group, Inc. (Discussing changes to QIP)
  • Emmitt White, CPA – Antares Group, Inc.
  • Troy Ahrens – Chase Bank

Coronavirus and Small Businesses: Families First & CARES Acts (April 2, 2020)

The password is: 5cHb3ZrJ

Presented by:

  • Mark Kashgegian, CPA – Antares Group, Inc.
  • Heidi Pearson, CPA, CVA – Antares Group, Inc.
  • Emmitt White, CPA – Antares Group, Inc.
  • Troy Ahrens – Chase Bank
  • Tony Wilson – NUVISION Financial Corp.

Helping You Do Business in the Age of COVID-19: Taxes, Families First Coronavirus Response Act, Cash-Flow Stress Test (March 30, 2020)

The password is MpE4TvSM

Presented by:

  • Nina Daigle, CPA – Antares Group, Inc.
  • Mark Kashgegian, CPA – Antares Group, Inc.
  • Lindsey Pierce, CPA – Antares Group, Inc.
  • Tony Wilson – NUVISION Financial Corp.

This communication is intended to provide general information on legislative COVID-19 relief measures as of the date of this communication and may reference information from reputable sources. Although our firm has made every reasonable effort to ensure that the information provided is accurate, we make no warranties, expressed or implied, on the information provided. As legislative efforts are still ongoing, we expect that there may be additional guidance and clarification from regulators that may modify some of the provisions in this communication. Some of those modifications may be significant. As such, be aware that this is not a comprehensive analysis of the subject matter covered and is not intended to provide specific recommendations to you or your business with respect to the matters addressed.

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Tuesday Breakfast

Tuesday Lunch

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Succession & Transition Strategies

Creating a successful succession plan is about protecting the future of a business and/or brand and ensuring there is a strategy in place to ensure your business continues to thrive.

After years of investing time, money and other resources, it’s imperative to prepare for this next stage in business and life. Poor planning can increase risks for stakeholders and tarnish legacies. Let’s make sure the next generation is well-equipped and ready to take your life’s work and family legacy to an even greater level of success.

Each situation is unique because the needs of each one involved are unique. We carefully review each opportunity to determine how best to structure a transition while meeting your goals, complying with any brand licensing polices and minimizing the tax implications of the transfer.

  • Next generation succession planning
  • Retirement planning
  • Wealth management

Let's get started.

Call us at 770.785.7855 Or email hello@antaresgroupcpas.com

Technology Services

Antares Group’s technology team provides convenient hardware and software support, along with comprehensive cloud accounting services with 24/7 access to up-to-date financial information exactly the way you want it, on any connected device, with a customizable dashboard interface. We use best-in class cloud accounting platforms and software including Sage Intacct, Bill.com and robot process automation (RPA) with integration capabilities with some of the leading point-of-sale, payroll, and business operations management software programs.

Cloud accounting is just the beginning; Antares Group’s experienced technology team also performs system evaluations and makes recommendations for products and services that will help your business run more efficiently, as well as protecting your information and infrastructure with robust security options. Using the right technology for automation will simplify your life and keep your valuable data safe..

  • Technology and security optimization
  • Complete cloud accounting services
  • Computer troubleshooting assistance with remote and onsite repair

Let's get started.

Call us at 770.785.7855 Or email hello@antaresgroupcpas.com

Business Planning & Valuation

An accurate understanding of your company’s current value and financial viability is vital for achieving business success and the launch pad to boundless possibilities in the years to come. Realistic valuations are essential for long-term strategic plans, business successions and expansions, gift and estate planning, and a lucrative retirement package. Planning for where you want to go in the future is what our business and tax advisors do best. Whatever your goals, we are here to provide you with the right plan and insightful guidance to achieve it.

  • Trend reporting and analysis and business valuation
  • General business and start-up consulting
  • Major reinvestment planning
  • Cash flow projections

Let's get started.

Call us at 770.785.7855 Or email hello@antaresgroupcpas.com

Back Office Solutions

In such a fast-moving business environment, business owners need every advantage to succeed. Improving efficiency should be an ongoing part of your strategy for financial success, empowering you to make continuous improvements.

Whether your business is a single location seeking to grow effectively and sustainably, an established franchise brand adding new locations, or something in between, Antares Group provides a suite of back office services and the financial expertise to help business owners and managers achieve their operational and financial goals. In the process of supporting your essential back office operations with practical solutions, we analyze the function and effectiveness, looking for inefficiencies and potential liabilities, offering valuable insights for owners and managers.

  • Daily deposit verification and online banking monitoring
  • Process invoices and code general ledger accounts
  • Process vendor payments and file 1099s
  • Prepare and file sales and use tax returns
  • Reconcile bank, credit card and cashless sales accounts

Let's get started.

Call us at 770.785.7855 Or email hello@antaresgroupcpas.com

Tax Advisory

Minimizing your tax burden is a year-round strategy; planning for and preparing complex business and individual tax returns is where Antares Group excels. Beyond simply helping you fulfill basic tax obligations, you can rely on our tax advisory team to keep you informed of ever-changing regulations and keep you in compliance. We conduct regular reviews to make sure all methods of reducing your tax liabilities are being used. We routinely assess your personal income tax situation and cash flow to guard against the unexpected. This ongoing strategic analysis empowers you to maximize tax savings and capitalize on new opportunities.

In addition, we provide advisory services for new business startups, acquisitions, and dispositions. Through careful analysis, we help clients determine the best structure and make the process as seamless as possible.

  • Business and individual year-end tax returns
  • Personal property, gift, and trust income tax returns
  • Fixed asset setup and maintenance
  • Annual tax planning and preparation

Let's get started.

Call us at 770.785.7855 Or email hello@antaresgroupcpas.com

Cloud Accounting

Whether you run a small closely held business or a large franchise operation, maintaining a firm grasp of accounting and bookkeeping can be challenging. Between managing staff and overseeing daily operations, there is not enough time to dig into the books and make sense of the financials. You need to know the facts and the implications. – having precise, up-to-date information at hand means you always know your financial position so you can make informed decisions that keep your business moving forward.

The financial experts at Antares can create a custom menu of accounting and tax services perfectly catered to your business needs, including accurate and timely financial statements and reports, so you are always prepared to respond quickly to changing and challenging circumstances. Along the way, we provide clear feedback and financial guidance to help you predict trends and recognize issues, then make the necessary adjustments to sustain cash flow throughout the year.

  • Timely preparation of financial statements based on your particular needs
  • Complete preparation of sales, payroll, inventory, accrual, and prepaid journal entries
  • Meticulous monthly bank and credit card reconciliations

Antares Cloud Accounting services uses industry leading Sage Intacct managment software to provide the precise, up-to-date information you need to always know your financial position, so you can make well-informed decisions.

Call us at 770.785.7855 Or email hello@antaresgroupcpas.com