Tax Update (Repeat of COR1906)

Dec 6, 2019 1:40pm ‐ Dec 6, 2019 2:55pm

Identification: COR1946

In this session, you will learn the latest updates on the current tax environment affecting contractors.

Learning Objectives:
  • To learn about the latest tax consequences affecting contractors after the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.
  • To learn about what planning opportunities exist with the current rules and future sunset dates.

Blockchain Simplified (Repeat of COR1928)

Dec 6, 2019 1:40pm ‐ Dec 6, 2019 2:55pm

Identification: COR1947

During this session, discover how to rethink construction using blockchain, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and big data.

Learning Objectives:
  • Define Blockchain and identify use cases
  • Understand how data sprawl has impacted the construction industry
  • Understand data warehousing best practices
  • Introduction to AI based process and integration engines

Impact Investing in Commercial Real Estate

Dec 6, 2019 1:40pm ‐ Dec 6, 2019 2:55pm

Identification: COR1948

Real estate impact investing is an investment philosophy which has been garnering significant interest among investors seeking financial returns with environmental and social objectives. This session discusses:

  • The trends, diversity of opportunities, and risk-return profiles
  • Requirements by impact investors in the domestic and global markets

Accounting Update: ASC 842 (Repeat of COR1912)

Dec 6, 2019 1:40pm ‐ Dec 6, 2019 2:55pm

Identification: COR1949

In this session, speaker, Joe DiLeo, will dicuss the Implementation of ASC 842 (new leases standard) including hot topics and lessons learned in public company adoption.

Learning Objectives:
  • To understand key concepts and requirements of ASC 842
  • To understand certain implementation and transition issues

CFO Panel

Dec 6, 2019 3:15pm ‐ Dec 6, 2019 4:05pm

Identification: COR1950

This discussion will be focused on "What keeps a CFO up at night". 

You will learn about:

  1. Competition - The rise of technology discussion The slightest competitive advantage can make the difference in securing a multi-million-dollar contract. What new?
  2. Managing for Growth and Preparing for an Economic Downturn at the Same Time? What did you learn from the last recession that you would do differently going into the next economic downturn?

Contract WIP for Heavy Highway Contractors

Dec 6, 2019 3:15pm ‐ Dec 6, 2019 4:05pm

Identification: COR1951

This presentation will include a discussion of analytical procedures and considerations required for preparation of the contract WIP schedules for heavy highway contractors. The session will also include internal control and auditing procedures to consider for the contract WIP schedules.

Learning Objectives:
  • Participants will learn about issues affecting the contract WIP schedules of heavy highway contractors, including unit price contract issues, liquidated damages, front end loading, contract risk, DBE compliance, etc.
  • Participants will receive guidance about the impact of the new revenue standards on the contract WIP schedules

Tax Panel

Dec 6, 2019 3:15pm ‐ Dec 6, 2019 4:05pm

Identification: COR1952

This session is an opportunity to interact with leaders in the construction tax arena. 

Attendees will gain:

  • A review of current trends and developments impacting the construction tax industry
  • Insights from a detailed discussion on tax topics presented in earlier sessions
  • The opportunity to participate in Q&A on topics important to their company and/or practice

Opportunities and Challenges for Investing in Cannabis Real Estate

Dec 6, 2019 3:15pm ‐ Dec 6, 2019 4:05pm

Identification: COR1953

The state-legalized cannabis market is one of the fastest growing industries in the U.S. Real estate is at the heart of the cannabis industry with mission-critical facilities necessary to produce, process and distribute products to consumers. This session will provide a high-level overview of the cannabis industry and offer an in-depth discussion of the opportunity and challenges associated with investing in the capital-intensive and specialized real estate that serves an emerging, high-growth industry, which remains illegal at the federal level.

Learning Objectives:
  • Understand the opportunity, rationale and competitive landscape for investing in real estate with cannabis related tenancy._x000D_
  • Learn about the formation, capital raising and operational challenges encountered by real estate investment firms that transact with cannabis operators.

Long-Lived Asset Impairment Under ASC Topic 360

Dec 6, 2019 3:15pm ‐ Dec 6, 2019 4:05pm

Identification: COR1954

Impairment of Long-Lived Assets including Right-of-Use Assets of Leassees (as defined under ASC Topic 842)

Learning Objectives:
  • Understand the order of operations for impairment testing and identify the triggering event
  • Determine the asset group and calculate carrying amount
  • Identify the primary asset and understand service potential
  • Understand terminal (disposal) value and allocate impairment loss among the assets within the asset group

Estate Planning for Real Estate Investors

Dec 6, 2019 3:15pm ‐ Dec 6, 2019 4:05pm

Identification: COR1955

In this program, a nationally recognized estate planning attorney with expertise in advising high net worth clients in matters of estate and charitable planning will examine the unique issues and opportunities involved when advising real estate investors on matters of wealth transfer.

Learning Objectives:
  • To become aware of the unique challenges presented in estate and charitable planning when the principal assets are real estate investments.
  • To be introduced to the most effective estate planning strategies for transferring real property to individual or charitable beneficiaries or trusts for their respective benefit.
  • How to strike the proper balance between planning for a step up in basis on low basis real property v. reducing estate and generation skipping transfer taxes.