Clifton Gunderson: Presents free webinar on building effective tax strategies

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MILWAUKEE (September 17, 2008) – “Building Effective Tax Strategies: The 2008 Discussion on Cost-Saving Opportunities” is the title of a free online webinar to be presented by Clifton Gunderson – ranked as one of the nation’s largest certified public accounting and consulting firms – on October 15, 2008. The program is designed to teach attendees the benefit of planning and taking full advantage of the unique tax elections, deductions and other opportunities available to the construction industry. This free online webinar will deliver proven strategies for reducing your tax burden in 2008 and beyond. It’s packed with timely, practical ideas you can implement now.

The 60-minute webinar will be presented twice on October 15 at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. All times are Central Time. Registration is required at http://www.cliftoncpa.com/Resources/Events. One hour of Continuing Professional Education credit is available.

Key points to be presented during this free online webinar include the following:

• Tax deductions for energy-efficient construction (some expire in 2008) 

• Tax-favored accounting methods for long-term contracts 

• Often-missed tax elections 

• How to identify, analyze and enhance profit drivers to improve the bottom line

Lee H. Johnson, CPA, is a partner in Clifton Gunderson’s Denver office. His 20 years experience includes tax planning, tax compliance, accounting and financial consulting, with an emphasis in construction and real estate development. He is a member of the Institute of Certified Construction Industry Financial Professionals, a board member of the Colorado Chapter of Construction Financial Management Association, and a member of the American Council of Engineering Companies of Colorado and the Associated General Contractors.

About Clifton Gunderson

Clifton Gunderson, ranked as one of the nation’s largest certified public accounting and consulting firms, provides a wide range of assurance, accounting, tax, and consulting services to clients in a variety of industries. Founded in 1960, Clifton Gunderson has a staff of more than 2,000 professionals serving clients from 45 offices across the country. The firm has been recognized as one of the country’s best places to work.