Business continuity

Everyone benefits from a well-thought-out plan, including staff and clients.

The IRS and others offer advice on preparing individuals and businesses for the worst.

The Securities and Exchange Commission is providing regulatory relief and assistance to accountants, public companies, investment firms, municipal advisors and other affected by Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria.

The Internal Revenue Service is offering tax relief to victims of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico, along with victims of the other recent monster storms, Harvey and Irma.

The Internal Revenue Service is giving Hurricane Irma victims in Florida until Jan. 31 to file some individual and business tax returns and make tax payments.

The Internal Revenue Service is giving tax-exempt organizations in the parts of Texas, Florida, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands affected by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma more time to file their returns.

The Internal Revenue Service is granting additional time to file returns and make payments for taxpayers in the Virgin Islands, with similar help expected for people in Florida and other states as well.

CPA firms in Florida were getting ready Friday for Hurricane Irma as it made its way to the Sunshine State after decimating several islands in the Caribbean.

As Florida prepares for the storm, some steps can be taken before and after it hits.