Brian Bleifeld

CPA
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Brian Bleifeld is a CPA who has a hobby of analyzing markets for small inefficient behaviors. Markets Brian likes to investigate Financial, Sports, Social, Political Capital and Internet trends. Since some of his findings involve financial areas he posts content on Seeking Alpha. Brian ...more
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Why Taxes For Pro Athletes Are So Complicated
Tuesday, December 30, 2014 2:53 PM EDT
Taxes have become quite complex, especially for pro athletes and other professionals who travel to certain cities, states, and even foreign countries for the purpose of business.
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Why Small Businesses Need Agreements In Writing
Sunday, November 30, 2014 11:12 AM EDT
Small businesses often capitalize on their less formal, more personal, approach to their customers and clients. While there is nothing wrong with this approach in general, it should not extend to business agreements and legal matters
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8 Things You Should Know About IRS Audits
Sunday, November 30, 2014 9:17 AM EDT
You may know someone who's been through an IRS audit. You've at least heard that it can be a grueling, complex process. But how much do you really know about this potentially-unpleasant procedure? Here's some of what every business owner should know.
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25 Accounting Terms You Should Know
Sunday, November 30, 2014 3:26 AM EDT
If your business is exceptionally uncomplicated, you might get by without knowing a lot about the principles of bookkeeping. Still, it helps to understand the basics. Here's a look at some terms and phrases you should understand.
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Avoiding Capital Gains When You Sell Your Home
Saturday, November 29, 2014 8:00 PM EDT
According to the IRS, when you sell your primary residence (the key word here is primary residence or the home you actually live in), you can realize up to $250,000 in profit without owing capital gains taxes. That number is doubled for married homeowners to $500,000.
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The Risks With Using Email For Business
Thursday, November 27, 2014 12:19 PM EDT
Email is an incredibly useful tool for businesses dealing with basic information. However, using email to communicate with customers and other businesses can pose a serious risk for your business if you don't take the proper precautions.
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Owner
Bleifeld CPA LLC
January 2005 - Present (18 years 9 months)
Niche consulting and accounting work for foreign companies wanting to start operation in the US. Have helped companies from the UK, Netherlands, Venezuela, Canada and France set up US operations with payroll, tax compliance and accounting.
Controller
PENTAGON FREIGHT SERVICES LLC
February 2012 - September 2013 (1 year 8 months)
Financial Controller for the “best-in-class freight forwarding & logistics service provider to the oil & gas industry. Built team to process 80k expense transactions per month, implemented ERP system to upgrade from DOS based system, installed modern cash controls and lines of credit with JP Morgan Chase. Developed succession to position while training CPA candidate.

Education

Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Arts
1992 / 1997
History, Business

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