Partners & Directors
Ali Carbo: Partner and Chief Operating Officer
CPA
As Partner, Ali oversees accounting and tax work for closely held business clients. He is a Certified Public Accountant with over 14 years experience. Ali has a BS in accounting and business administration from the University of North Dakota.
Professional and Community Activities
- Toastmasters Carlsonics
- AICPA
Personal
What’s your favorite number?
13
What would you be doing if you weren’t an accountant?
Writing novels.
What’s your current goal outside of Copeland Buhl?
Win the lottery.
Areas of Focus (Services)
- Business Tax
- Individual Tax
Areas of Focus (Industries)
- Real Estate and Residential
- Construction Contractors
- Closely Held Businesses
- Recent Articles
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3/18/2021
IRS Issues Employee Retention Credit Guidance for 2020
The Employee Retention Credit (ERC) became more relevant for many employers with the passage of recent tax laws. The credit is now eligible for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) borrowers and the credit extends through December 2021. The IRS recently issued...Read More -
7/08/2020
Protecting your Ability to Recover Prior Year Federal Taxes – Filing Protective Claims
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear a case regarding certain issues related to the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in the next 12 months. If the ACA is ruled unconstitutional, it could eliminate the net investment income tax and Medicare surtax. ...Read More -
6/05/2020
New Law: Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act
President Trump signed into law today the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act, which addresses many concerns expressed by the business community. The Small Business Administration will need to update their guidance, but here are the highlights: Businesses have 24 weeks...Read More - View Blog