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Chris Wittich | Mar. 23, 2026

Minnesota Pass-Through Entity Tax Status for 2026: What Business Owners Should Know

Minnesota PTE tax expired for 2026, but legislation to extend it has passed the Senate and is stalled in the…

Becky Gibbs | Mar. 17, 2026

MN Paid Family & Medical Leave Webinar: A Discussion for Construction & Engineering Companies

Join us on March 12 at 12 PM for a straightforward, plain-language look at Minnesota Paid Family & Medical Leave…

Becky Gibbs | Mar. 11, 2026

Construction Industry Compensation Survey

Understanding how your company’s pay compares to others in the construction industry can be an important step in attracting talent,…

Becky Gibbs | Mar. 4, 2026

How Audits Strengthen Bonding Capacity for Construction Contractors

For construction contractors eyeing larger projects, bonding capacity isn’t just a nice-to-have, it’s the gateway to growth. Yet many contractors…

Leslie Callahan | Feb. 26, 2026

Leadership Field Notes: Practical Insights for Technical Leaders Managing Teams

Leadership in project-driven environments is rarely practiced under ideal conditions. Deadlines are real. Information is incomplete. Decisions involve trade-offs. Each…

Sara Ostrander | Feb. 9, 2026

Using Financials as a Management Tool: A Guide for Business Owners

Many business owners treat financial statements as a formality, something created for lenders or year end requirements, then set aside.…

Becky Gibbs | Feb. 5, 2026

5 Common Audit Issues in Construction and How to Avoid Them

Construction company audits are notoriously complex. Between percentage-of-completion accounting, change orders, and work-in-progress schedules, even experienced financial teams can find…

Pat Sievert | Jan. 23, 2026

When is a Good Time to Sell Your Business to an ESOP?

If you are considering stepping back or stepping away from your company, it can be difficult to choose the right…

Becky Gibbs | Jan. 14, 2026

2026 Audit Readiness: What Your Business Needs to Do Now

Is your business prepared for audit season? Instead of thinking about what auditors need, focus on what matters most for…

Becky Gibbs | Jan. 8, 2026

Construction & Engineering Webinar Recording: Unlocking High-Performing Teams

Please join us for the kickoff of our new 2026 Construction & Engineering webinar series, designed exclusively for industry leaders. …

Becky Gibbs | Dec. 4, 2025

Construction Market Snapshot: Growth Drivers, Pressures, and Emerging Risks

The construction sector is facing a mixed economic outlook as we head toward 2026. While nonresidential investment remains strong, housing…

Jake Kriegler | Oct. 30, 2025

Understanding Employee Benefit Plan Audit Requirements: What Employers Need to Know

If your company offers a 401(k), profit-sharing, or other employee benefit plan, you may be required to have an annual…