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10.03.22

Worried about an IRS audit? Prepare in advance

Articles
Business Owners
Executives
Families
Individual Tax & Planning

IRS audit rates are historically low, according to a recent Government Accountability Office (GAO) report, but that’s little consolation if your return is among those selected to be examined. Plus,...

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09.27.22

Year-end tax planning ideas for individuals

Articles
Families
Business Owners
Executives
Individual Tax & Planning

Now that fall is officially here, it’s a good time to start taking steps that may lower your tax bill for this year and next. One of the first planning...

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09.26.22

Work Opportunity Tax Credit provides help to employers

Articles
Business Owners
Business Tax

In today’s tough job market and economy, the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) may help employers. Many business owners are hiring and should be aware that the WOTC is available...

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09.22.22

Everything Cannabis Operators Need to Know About Outsourced Accounting Services

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Cannabis
Outsourced Accounting

With the ongoing growth of the cannabis industry, best practices are dynamic, regulations are constantly changing, and dispensaries face tremendous challenges related to profitability and growth. For operators, it is...

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09.21.22

How to handle evidence in a fraud investigation at your business

Articles
Business Owners
Executives
Audit & Assurance
Advisory

Every business owner should establish strong policies, procedures and internal controls to prevent fraud. But don’t stop there. Also be prepared to act if indications arise that, despite your best...

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09.20.22

Don’t forget income taxes when planning your estate

Articles
Families
Family Office
Individual Tax & Planning

As a result of the current estate tax exemption amount ($12.06 million in 2022), many estates no longer need to be concerned with federal estate tax. Before 2011, a much...

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09.19.22

2022 Q4 tax calendar: Key deadlines for businesses and other employers

Articles
Business Owners
Executives
Business Tax

Here are some of the key tax-related deadlines affecting businesses and other employers during the fourth quarter of 2022. Keep in mind that this list isn’t all-inclusive, so there may...

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09.13.22
Cory M. Parnell, CPA

5 Reasons Why Your Business May Need a Fractional Virtual CFO

Blog
Business Owners
Executives
Outsourced Accounting

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a critical member of a company’s executive team. The CFO develops the company’s financial strategy, manages financial risks, and performs duties such as tracking cash...

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09.12.22

Separating your business from its real estate

Articles
Business Owners
Advisory
Business Tax

Does your business need real estate to conduct operations? Or does it otherwise hold property and put the title in the name of the business? You may want to rethink...

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09.06.22

Is your income high enough to owe two extra taxes?

Articles
Business Owners
Executives
Families
Individual Tax & Planning

High-income taxpayers face two special taxes — a 3.8% net investment income tax (NIIT) and a 0.9% additional Medicare tax on wage and self-employment income. Here’s an overview of the...

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09.01.22

Boeckermann Grafstrom & Mayer Announces Chief Financial Officer

News

We are pleased to announce that Sara Maloney has joined the firm as its Chief Financial Officer. Maloney will direct and oversee the fiscal functions for BGM CPAs and the...

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08.30.22

The Inflation Reduction Act: what’s in it for you?

Articles
Families
Executives
Business Owners
Individual Tax & Planning

You may have heard that the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) was signed into law recently. While experts have varying opinions about whether it will reduce inflation in the near future,...

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08.29.22

Inflation Reduction Act provisions of interest to small businesses

Articles
Business Owners
Executives
Business Tax

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), signed into law by President Biden on August 16, contains many provisions related to climate, energy and taxes. There has been a lot of media...

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08.23.22
Calvin P. Shannon, CPA, CVA

How Cannabis Operators Should Prepare for 280E Audits

Blog
Cannabis
Audit & Assurance

Cannabis businesses face complex tax obligations and need to be mindful of potential IRS audits. The complexities of IRS audits increase due to Section 280E of the Internal Revenue Code...

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08.17.22
Jason A. Marvin, CPA

2022 Minnesota Trucking Association Annual Conference Highlights

Blog
Transportation & Logistics
Advisory

In today’s economy and environment, it can seem impossible to step away from our businesses to educate, network, and have fun. But sometimes we must make the time. When we...

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