We are pleased to present you with the Fall 2011 edition of Cohnnection, J.H. Cohn’s quarterly e-newsletter designed to inform you of trends and developments that may impact your personal and business strategies and goals.

In this issue:

• J.H. Cohn expands its presence in New England : J.H. Cohn and Kostin, Ruffkess & Company, LLC, a prominent New England accounting and business advisory firm with offices in Farmington, CT, New London, CT, and Springfield, MA, announced their combination. The deal solidifies J.H. Cohn’s expansion New England. J.H. Cohn also announced a new office in Stamford, CT.
  
  
• Tax planning opportunities still exist even as the year draws to a close : The 2011 tax year is coming to a close, but individual taxpayers may still be in a position to take advantage of certain planning opportunities as they relate to deductions, deferred income, and enhanced estate planning.
  
  
• Combining personal and business travel can result in significant savings . As we bear down on the holiday and year-end travel season, travelers who manage to build some vacation time in around a business excursion may be rewarded with certain very attractive tax breaks.
  
  
• Tax profiles must be examined when reviewing risk exposure . Risk management is a high priority for most organizations, but more attention must be paid to taxation and its potential impact on an organization’s risk profile.
  
  
• Examination of core business processes may reveal opportunities for enhancement : Corporate executives responded to the recession as they were expected to do, by eliminating jobs, preserving cash flow, and reducing spending in order to reduce overhead, but what should they be doing today to improve upon what was seen as a stopgap?
  
  
• Advance planning can alleviate confusion and guide loved ones : If you were to fall ill, be injured, or pass away today, would your loved ones know all they need to know of your financial well-being and intentions to carry out your directives as seamlessly and accurately as possible?
  
  
• Certain insurance vehicles may provide beneficial ancillary benefits to employees : Employers looking to offer important and valued voluntary benefits to their employees may benefit from making available certain insurance tools as part of the overall benefits package.

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