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Yes. IRS Section 280E impacts how expenses are categorized and deducted. Proper bookkeeping is essential to remain compliant and minimize audit risk.
New York cannabis operators must maintain accurate, up-to-date financial records covering income, expenses, inventory, payroll, and taxes. Bookkeeping should be structured to support OCM reporting, 280E compliance, and audit readiness. This goes beyond basic bookkeeping and requires consistency, documentation, and clear categorization.
OCM requires accurate records covering sales, inventory, payroll, taxes, and supporting documentation. Consistent bookkeeping is critical for compliance.
Yes. Setting up compliant bookkeeping systems early helps prevent costly cleanup later. Pre-revenue and conditional license holders benefit from having proper financial structures in place before operations begin.
Cleanup timelines vary depending on volume, complexity, and how far behind the records are. Most cannabis bookkeeping cleanup projects take 30–90 days, with more complex operations requiring additional time. The goal is to restore accuracy and compliance—not just fill in gaps.
IRS Section 280E limits which expenses cannabis businesses can deduct, making proper expense categorization critical. Bookkeeping must clearly separate cost of goods sold (COGS) from non-deductible operating expenses. Incorrect bookkeeping under 280E can significantly increase tax liability and audit risk.
The New York Office of Cannabis Management requires detailed records related to:
Accurate, organized bookkeeping is essential to meet these requirements and respond to regulatory reviews.
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IRS 280e and New York State cannabis compliance. There are a few things you should consider when looking into IRS 280e and how it applies to cannabis businesses in New York State. Firstly, it is important to remember that cannabis is still federally illegal, and as such IRS 280e applies to cannabis businesses in New York State. This mean
IRS 280e and New York State cannabis compliance. There are a few things you should consider when looking into IRS 280e and how it applies to cannabis businesses in New York State. Firstly, it is important to remember that cannabis is still federally illegal, and as such IRS 280e applies to cannabis businesses in New York State. This means that cannabis businesses are not able to deduct ordinary business expenses from their federal tax returns. Secondly, New York State has its own set of laws and regulations that cannabis businesses must comply with in order to remain in good standing. These regulations can vary from state to state, so it is important to research the specific regulations for cannabis businesses in New York State.

A cannabis business may be able to deduct certain expenses for tax purposes under IRS 280e. Some of the expenses that may be deductible include the cost of goods sold (COGS), wages and salaries, marketing, and other general and administrative costs. Additionally, businesses may be able to deduct certain capital expenditures, such as the
A cannabis business may be able to deduct certain expenses for tax purposes under IRS 280e. Some of the expenses that may be deductible include the cost of goods sold (COGS), wages and salaries, marketing, and other general and administrative costs. Additionally, businesses may be able to deduct certain capital expenditures, such as the cost of property and equipment used in the business. It is important to note that cannabis businesses may not deduct any expenses that are related to the sale, production, or distribution of cannabis products.

Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) is a calculation that indicates the total cost of producing the goods that a company has sold during a specific period of time. This cost includes the cost of the materials and labor used to produce the goods, as well as the overhead costs related to production, such as utilities and rent. COGS is used to determ
Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) is a calculation that indicates the total cost of producing the goods that a company has sold during a specific period of time. This cost includes the cost of the materials and labor used to produce the goods, as well as the overhead costs related to production, such as utilities and rent. COGS is used to determine how much profit a business has earned, as it subtracts the cost of producing the goods from the total revenue of the business.

Taxes and financials are related but not the same. Taxes refer to the money paid to government authorities, such as federal and state income tax, sales tax, and property tax. Financials refer to the reports and documents that provide information about the financial health of a company, such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash
Taxes and financials are related but not the same. Taxes refer to the money paid to government authorities, such as federal and state income tax, sales tax, and property tax. Financials refer to the reports and documents that provide information about the financial health of a company, such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. It is important to have your financials available in order to accurately complete your taxes. This may include bank statements, income statements, and other documents related to your income and expenses. If you have any questions about what documents you need, you can ask!
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