The sale and distribution of cannabis for recreational or medical use have become a powerful economic engine generating billions in annual revenue with 33 states and the District of Columbia having some form of legalization of the substance. Despite state relaxation of marijuana prohibition laws, without careful planning, the taxation of regulated marijuana businesses can result in hefty tax assessments and penalties. Cannabis businesses are accounting for and reporting the results of their operations with gross receipts, cost of goods sold (COGS), and other deductions just like other for-profit businesses. However, as long as marijuana remains a Schedule 1 controlled substance under federal law, these businesses must navigate the pitfalls of complex federal and state tax rules. This free webinar will discuss several aspects that affect the taxation of companies in the cannabis industry including : Different types of entities to own a cannabis business Federal, state and local taxes including IRC Sec.280E Court cases as well as use of Opportunities Zones Sec 199A R&D credits and much more.

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