• Examining FinCEN FAQs, Proposed Legislation and Other CTA Developments
    May 24 2024

    In this episode of "Corporate Transparency Talk," tax attorney Alan Granwell is joined by private wealth services attorney John Bunge and corporate attorney Michael Titens to examine recent developments related to the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). The group provides context and clarity on Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) FAQs concerning trusts and beneficial owners, plus briefs filed in cases challenging the validity of the CTA. The conversation also covers proposed legislation that looks to either reduce the burden of compliance or remove the regulations altogether. Listen to this podcast to gain more insight on the CTA and for key information on how to ensure compliance with its requirements.

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    24 mins
  • Breaking Down the Decision to Declare the Corporate Transparency Act Unconstitutional
    Mar 22 2024

    In this episode of "Corporate Transparency Talk," litigation attorney Eddie Jauregui is joined by corporate attorney Michael Titens as they discuss a recent federal decision involving the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). In the case, the plaintiffs challenged the constitutionality of the CTA and Congress' ability to enact it. The government argued that Congress had authority to pass the CTA because it exercised its power to regulate interstate commerce, national security and tax administration, but the court ruled against the government in each argument. The conversation addresses the extent of the court's order, the potential for government appeals and further legal proceedings regarding the act's validity. Listen to this podcast to gain more insight on the CTA and for key information on how to ensure compliance with its requirements.

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    22 mins
  • Understanding the Corporate Transparency Act
    Feb 29 2024

    In the first episode of "Corporate Transparency Talk," tax attorney Alan Granwell offers a high-level overview of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), highlighting its aim to make companies disclose their real owners to fight illicit financial activities like money laundering and terrorism. Mr. Granwell explains how the act ensures that beneficial ownership information is reported to the federal government, under the threat of penalties for noncompliance. Listen to this podcast to gain more insight on the CTA and for key information on how to ensure compliance with its requirements.

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    18 mins