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Buying into AML risks in real estate

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In 2016 when the Panama Papers exposed an international network of offshore entities involved in tax evasion, fraud, and sanction evasion, some of which included real estate holdings, regulations began to change. Reduce false positives so you can focus on the truly suspicious activity.

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Valuation vs. calculation engagements: What’s the difference?

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As Houston accounting firm EEPB describes it, “The CPA is expressing an independent conclusion of value, applying all applicable approaches and methods that are deemed necessary.” Blog Accountant' These engagements, often referred to as full-blown valuations, are typically more costly.)

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