New tech partnerships bring advanced financial tools to Long Island

Fintech-bank partnerships bring AI, automation, and secure digital finance tools to Long Island businesses, streamlining audits and improving efficiency.

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Financial Preparedness of Local Business Owners in Question

Almost all small business owners (94%) believe they are financially prepared to navigate the next 18 months.

ConnectOne completes $284M Long Island bank merger

A merger between the parent companies of ConnectOne Bank and First National Bank of Long Island is complete

ConnectOne merger to reshape Long Island banking landscape with $284M deal

FDIC approval clears path for June closing; ConnectOne to become a top five community bank in Nassau and Suffolk counties.

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Crypto vs. Tariffs: Can Decentralized Markets Withstand Centralized Economic Shocks?

On April 2, 2025, Donald Trump announced in an executive order that “foreign trade and economic practices have created a national emergency,” which he responded to with “responsive tariffs.”

A nonprofit’s guide to storytelling through financial statements

As the bridge between a nonprofit’s operations and its stakeholders, financial statements can be a powerful storytelling tool.

LI private banking sector continues growth through local expansions

Questions abound over the future of interest rates, the impact of new technology and strategies for family finances, but there are no questions about the growth of the private banker sector on Long Island.

Top year-end tax tips from Long Island accounting experts

With the end of the fiscal year upon us, small businesses everywhere are focusing on their taxes.

Are you a Medicaid-paid caregiver? You may not have to pay income taxes

Understanding the tax implications of Medicaid payments for caregivers under New York State’s Medicaid and Community-Based Services waiver programs is not only essential but can significantly impact the financial stability of those providing vital care to loved ones.

What I wish I knew then: CPAs offer advice for young professionals

Somehow, despite the multitude of mistakes and missteps along the way, we survived the early years of our professional lives.

National banks ease business pain points with personalized, regional service

Economic conditions, particularly inflation and interest rates, are significant concerns for business owners.

Debt modification tips for the currently turbulent real estate market

The real estate sector is encountering exceptional difficulties in this era of high interest rates and high—though seemingly abating—Inflation.