Tackling Tax

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Episode 25: A Focus on Real Estate May 05, 2026

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Forvis Mazars Tax Director Brit Moreland joins hosts Iris Laws and Devin Tenney to discuss the latest trends and policy decisions in real estate and housing.

Special Edition // Tariff Refund Platform Available Apr 21, 2026

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On this episode, we’ll focus on the U.S. Customs and Border Patrol’s CAPE system, which is the platform allowing importers of record and their brokers to start the process for getting back International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) tariff refunds. We welcome Michael Cornett from our Washington National Tax Office.

Episode 24: A Look at Debt Instruments Apr 21, 2026

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On this episode, we’ll focus on debt instruments and what happens when debt is amended or modified, which can provide some unwelcome surprises. We welcome Howard Wagner, managing director in our Washington National Tax Office, and Jack Gillespie from our Tax Specialty group, to break down what you should be thinking about to work through deals and manage cash flow.

Episode 23: How to Have a Successful Tax Transformation Apr 07, 2026

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On this episode, we’ll talk with our Tax Transformation team to understand what makes tax functions successful and efficient. We welcome Kelly Necessary, the leader of the group, and Jenna Stutz, a managing director with the team.

Episode 22: Credit Transfers & the Clean Energy Landscape Mar 24, 2026

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On this episode, we’ll explore today’s clean energy landscape, with a specific focus on what it takes to sell credits and what to consider when buying them. We welcome David Burton, partner with the law firm Norton Rose Fulbright, and Richard Dovere, founder and chief executive officer of Dispatch Energy.

Episode 21: Hot Topics for Tax Methods Mar 10, 2026

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On this episode, we’ll explore topics ranging from bonus depreciation to the timing of methods during a transaction with Nathan Clark and Brittany Cummings on our Tax Methods team.

Episode 20: Tackling Tariffs Feb 24, 2026

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On this episode, we’ll explore tariffs and global trade with Michael Cornett, managing director with our Washington National Tax Office.

Note: This episode was recorded prior to the Supreme Court issuing their decision that struck down tariff issued under IEEPA. For more information and discussion about the tariff decision and related next steps, listen to our short “Breaking Update” episode found on our website and other podcast platforms.

Tackling Tax Special Edition // Supreme Court: IEEPA Tariffs Invalid Feb 20, 2026

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In this special breaking news edition of Tackling Tax, we cover the major Supreme Court decision issued on February 20, 2026, regarding the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The Court has overturned President Trump's IEEPA tariffs, ruling that the act does not authorize the president to impose such tariffs.

Director Iris Laws and Managing Director Michael Cornett briefly break down the 170-page decision to explain what this means for the future of trade, the validity of current international agreements, and the complex path ahead for importers seeking refunds.

Episode 19: Navigating Taxes With the IRS Feb 10, 2026

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On this episode, we’ll explore what’s going on at the IRS, what taxpayers may be facing when it comes to exams, and more. We welcome Kristin Gutting, Caitlyn Meehan, and Karen Fleming with the Tax Controversy Group at Forvis Mazars.

Episode 18: How the AICPA Can Assist Taxpayers Jan 27, 2026

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On this episode, we’ll examine what the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) is doing to influence tax policy and guidance, as well as look ahead to tax issues that will likely take center stage in 2026. We welcome Kristin Esposito, director of tax policy and advocacy at the AICPA.

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