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The IRS announced it will start the 2025 filing season for individual income tax returns on January 27. That’s when the agency began accepting and processing 2024 tax year returns....

To help make sure you don’t miss any important 2025 deadlines, we’re providing this summary of when various tax-related forms, payments and other actions are due. Please review the calendar...

Most small to midsize businesses today operate in tough, competitive environments. That means it’s imperative to identify and reach the right customers and prospects. However, unlike large companies, your business...

Once you reach age 73, tax law requires you to begin taking withdrawals — called Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) — from your traditional IRA, SIMPLE IRA and SEP IRA. Since...

New and used “heavy” SUVs, pickups and vans placed in service in 2025 are potentially eligible for big first-year depreciation write-offs. One requirement is you must use the vehicle more...

In this webinar, industry pros Peter Prevot, CPA (COO), Jacob Irving, J.D. (VP of Consulting Services), and Ben Ogren (Cannabis Consultant) from Bridge West Consulting, gathered for an informative chat...

Most small to midsize businesses today are constantly under pressure to upgrade their information technology (IT). Whether it’s new software, a better way to use the cloud or a means...

As higher education costs continue to rise, you may be concerned about how to save and pay for college. Fortunately, several tools and strategies offered in the U.S. tax code...

When selling business assets, understanding the tax implications is crucial. One area to focus on is Section 1231 of the Internal Revenue Code, which governs the treatment of gains and...

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the unemployment rate continues to be historically low, ranging from 4.0% to 4.3% from May to November of 2024. With today’s hiring...

In the latest twist in the ongoing legal saga surrounding the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit issued a critical ruling on December...

On December 23, 2024, The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals issued a stay on the district court’s nationwide injunction against the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). As a result, BOI reporting...

When deciding on the best structure for your business, one option to consider is a C corporation. This entity offers several advantages and disadvantages that may significantly affect your business operations...

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 from 12 to 1 PM CT. Ready to dive into the key economic and market themes as we head into the new year? Join us online...

Author: Ben Ogren, Cannabis Consultant at Bridge West Consulting Minnesota’s cannabis industry is gearing up for a fresh start as the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) announced the launch of...