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Tax-Deferred Risk Mitigation for Business: Understanding the 831(b) Tax Code 1 Credit

Tax-Deferred Risk Mitigation for Business: Understanding the 831(b) Tax Code 1 Credit

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    August, 2024
  • Subject Area

    Taxes

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Jul 17, 03:30 PM ET

Learning Objective

  • Comprehend the fundamentals of 831(b) micro captives and their role in alternative risk financing for businesses. 
  • Analyze the tax benefits and accounting requirements of establishing and maintaining an 831(b) captive. 
  • Review the types of fortuitous risks that can be included in an 831(b) captive and their relevance to business risk management. 
  • Evaluate various domicile options for establishing an 831(b) captive, including their regulatory environments and benefits. 
  • Discuss how reinsurance is applied within the 831(b) framework to enhance risk mitigation and financial stability. 
  • Develop strategies to integrate 831(b) micro captives into broader Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) plans for comprehensive business risk mitigation.

Course Overview

The 831(b) Tax code offers a valuable tool for businesses seeking to manage risk, optimize cash flow, and enhance financial flexibility through captive insurance arrangements. However, businesses must evaluate their eligibility, understand the regulatory landscape, and seek expert guidance to leverage this strategy effectively. By doing so, businesses can potentially achieve significant long-term financial advantages while safeguarding against unforeseen risks.

This course thoroughly examines the 831(b)-tax code and how businesses can leverage micro captives as an alternative risk finance solution for Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and Safe Harbor risks. Participants will delve into the tax and accounting implications of forming and managing captives, explore the types of fortuitous risks that can be included, and understand the various domicile options available. The course will also cover reinsurance applications within the context of 831(b) captives. 

Major Topics Covered:

  • The Liability Crisis
  • Advent of 831(b)/ 1986 Tax Reform Act
  • The Path Act
  • 831(b) Plan Structure
  • Safe Harbor Plans
  • Risk Retention Plans

Join this CPE Course; we will learn how to effectively utilize 831(b) micro captives for enhanced risk mitigation and tax deferral strategies.

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  • 1 CPE Credit of Taxes for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US)
  • 1 General Credit of Taxes for Accountant/Bookkeeper/Tax Professionals
  • 1 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for Enrolled Agents (EA) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02054-24-S)
  • 1 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02054-24-S)
  • 1 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for California Registered Tax Preparers (CRTP) (Approval No. 6273-CE-1640)
  • 1 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for Maryland Tax Preparer (MRTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02054-24-S)
  • 1 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for Oregon Registered Tax Preparers (ORTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02054-24-S)
  • 1 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for LTC (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02054-24-S)
  • 1 CPE Credit of Taxes for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA)
  • 1 CPE Credit of Taxes for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA)
  • 1 CPE Credit of Taxes for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA)

  • 1.5 CPE Credit of Taxes for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US)
  • 1.5 General Credit of Taxes for Accountant/Bookkeeper/Tax Professionals
  • 1 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for Enrolled Agents (EA) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02054-24-O)
  • 1 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02054-24-O)
  • 1 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for California Registered Tax Preparers (CRTP) (Approval No. 6273-CE-1640)
  • 1 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for Maryland Tax Preparer (MRTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02054-24-O)
  • 1 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for Oregon Registered Tax Preparers (ORTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02054-24-O)
  • 1 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for LTC (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02054-24-O)
  • 1.5 CPE Credit of Taxes for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA)
  • 1.5 CPE Credit of Taxes for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA)
  • 1.5 CPE Credit of Taxes for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA)

Additional Information

Credits

1

Course Level

Basic

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study
Group Internet Based

Pre-requisites

None

Advance Preparation

None

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About Instructor

VanCarlson
Van Carlson

Chief Executive Officer (CEO), SRA 831(b) Admin

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Van Carlson is the Founder & CEO of SRA 831(b) Admin and has over 25 years of experience within the risk management industry. With a steadfast commitment to empowering trusted advisors and entrepreneurs through innovative risk solutions, Carlson has been a guest on more than 75 podcasts in a myriad of industries and has presented at conferences across the country. 

Carlson has also spearheaded SRA to new heights, earning a spot on the Inc 5000 among other prestigious awards. Prior to founding SRA, Van ran his own property and casualty firm for 15 years and was awarded Presidents Council’s and other top-performing achievements during his tenure as a P&C Agent. In 2008, he saw the Great Recession hit his commercial business clients hard, and just like them, he was also affected by the sharp downturn in our economy. During this time, he realized there must be a better way to manage risk overall. From that desire to improve business operations for both himself and his clients, along with his extensive background in insurance, risk management, and finance, a mission to educate others about 831(b) Plans began and continues.

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