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March 6, 2025
Beneficial Ownership Information | March Update

The Treasury Department is announcing today that, with respect to the Corporate Transparency Act, not only will it not enforce any penalties or fines associated with the beneficial ownership information reporting rule under the existing regulatory deadlines, but it will furt...

February 4, 2025
New Tariffs Imposed on Imports from Canada, Mexico, and China

On February 1, 2025, the new administration announced additional tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China, citing an extraordinary national emergency under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The tariffs initially expected to be effective Febru...

April 3, 2024
2024 Q2 Tax Calendar: Key Deadlines for Businesses and Employers

Here are some of the key tax-related deadlines that apply to businesses and other employers during the second quarter of 2024. Keep in mind that this list isn’t all-inclusive, so there may be additional deadlines that apply to you. Contact us to ensure you’re meeting all...

March 25, 2024
Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting

By now, many of you have become aware of newly enacted Federal Beneficial Ownership Reporting that passed as a part of the Corporate Transparency Act. For many Minnesota entities, the Minnesota Secretary of State sent out a notice stating that the filing is free and you shou...

February 12, 2024
9 Tax Considerations if You’re Starting a Business as a Sole Proprietor

When launching a small business, many entrepreneurs start out as sole proprietors. If you’re launching a venture as a sole proprietorship, you need to understand the tax issues involved. Here are nine considerations:...

January 3, 2024
ERC Second Look Consulting

Consulting with Chris Wittich to determine the best path forward on ERC. In the event that the ERC claim is deemed valid, taxpayers can find reassurance in the accuracy of their claim. On the contrary, if the ERC claim is identified as problematic, we will thoroughly explore...

August 29, 2023
Minnesota Sales Tax Update

Starting from October 1, 2023, there will be some changes to sales tax regulations in Minnesota. The Minnesota State Legislators recently passed a law that increases the local sales and use tax rates for seven key metro counties....

June 9, 2023
Age and Life Based Milestones

Curious how to navigate your financial journey? Our team summarizes what you should be taking into consideration when reaching "age based" and "life based" milestones....

February 1, 2023
Many Tax Limits Affecting Businesses Have Increased for 2023

An array of tax-related limits that affect businesses are indexed annually, and due to high inflation, many have increased more than usual for 2023. Here are some that may be important to you and your business....

January 19, 2023
January 18, 2023: The Staffing Challenges Webinar Recording

Many of our clients have been impacted by the labor shortage and may be searching for advice on how to navigate the challenging landscape. Boyum Barenscheer and Employer Solutions Staffing Group put on a webinar that covers topics including remote work policies, employee eng...

January 18, 2023
How the New SECURE 2.0 Law May Affect Your Business

If your small business has a retirement plan, and even if it doesn’t, you may see changes and benefits from a new law. The Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement 2.0 Act (SECURE 2.0) was recently signed into law. Provisions in the law will kick in over sever...

September 12, 2022
Separating Your Business From Its Real Estate

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 this approach. Any short-term benefits may be outweighed by the tax, liability and estate planning advantages ...