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02.19.25

You may be able to make a deductible IRA contribution for last year this year

Articles
Retirement 401k

If you’re getting ready to file your 2024 tax return and your tax bill is higher than you’d like, there may still be a chance to lower it. If you’re...

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02.18.25
Kurt Dingmann, CPA

Budgeting and Tax Planning Tips for 2025

Blog
Individual Tax & Planning
Wealth Management

As we dive into 2025, it’s the perfect time to reassess your financial strategies, especially in budgeting and tax planning. The start of a new year offers a clean slate,...

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02.18.25
Joshua Rapp

Retirement Plan Checklist

Blog
Business Owners
Retirement 401k

Year-end, and the start of a new year, can be stressful for plan sponsors, administrators, and business owners regarding their retirement plan. This checklist for 401(k) plans is an essential...

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02.17.25
Ross Gobel

Maximizing Your Social Security Benefits: Strategies for Pre-Retirees

Blog
Retirement 401k
Wealth Management

Clients often ask when they should start claiming their Social Security benefits. While Social Security payments are generally not our clients’ primary source of retirement income, they are an essential...

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02.12.25

On developing an effective IT modernization strategy

Articles
Business Owners
Technology

Information technology (IT) is constantly evolving. As the owner of a small to midsize business, you’ve probably been told this so often that you’re tired of hearing it. Yet technology’s...

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02.11.25

Navigating the Challenges of Cannabis Financing in 2025

Webinar
Cannabis

In this webinar, Cory Parnell, CPA, Principal, BGM, and Tripp Murray, Managing Partner, Virentium Advisors gathered for an insightful discussion on navigating the challenges of cannabis financing in 2025. As cannabis...

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02.11.25

Financial relief for families: The benefits of the Child Tax Credit

Articles
Families
Individual Tax & Planning

The Child Tax Credit (CTC) has long been a valuable tax break for families with qualifying children. Whether you’re new to claiming the credit or you’ve benefited from it for...

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02.11.25
Aaron Stolz

Financial Considerations for Entering New Cannabis Markets

Blog
Cannabis

Author: Aaron Stolz, Senior Accountant, BGM  As the cannabis industry continues to grow across the United States, new markets present opportunities for entrepreneurs and businesses looking to capitalize on this...

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02.10.25

Hot Topic Webinar: Tax Planning for Investments & Retirement

Webinar
Individual Tax & Planning
Retirement 401k
Wealth Management

This presentation is offered for educational purposes only and should not be considered a comprehensive review or analysis of the topics discussed today. These materials are not a substitute for...

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02.10.25

Questions about taxes and tips? Here are some answers for employers

Articles
Business Owners
Business Tax

Businesses in certain industries employ service workers who receive tips as a large part of their compensation. These businesses include restaurants, hotels and salons. Compliance with federal and state tax...

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Business professionals discussing liquidity while reviewing financial documents
02.10.25
Jake Thibault, CFP®

Planning for Liquidity Events: What to Do After Major Funding Round or Exit

Blog
Business Owners

The U.S Open of Entrepreneurial Success A major liquidity event represents a pivotal moment for any founder, entrepreneur, or early employee. Whether through a successful funding round or company exit,...

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02.06.25

President Trump’s tax plan: What proposals are being discussed in Washington?

Articles
Business Tax
Individual Tax & Planning

President Trump and the Republican Congress plan to act swiftly to make broad changes to the United States — including its federal tax system. Congress is already working on legislation...

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02.05.25

D&O insurance may be worth considering for some companies

Articles
Business Owners
Advisory

Strong leadership is essential to running a successful business. However, as perhaps you’ve experienced, playing the role of a strong leader can force you to make tough decisions that expose...

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02.04.25

Taming the tax tangle if you’re retiring soon

Articles
Retirees
Retirement 401k

Retirement is often viewed as an opportunity to travel, spend time with family or simply enjoy the fruits of a long career. Yet the transition may bring a tangle of...

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a graphic showing cartoon business professional standing around large numbers showing the year 2025
02.03.25

Many business tax limits have increased in 2025

A variety of tax-related limits that affect businesses are indexed annually based on inflation. Many have increased for 2025, but with inflation cooling, the increases aren’t as great as they...

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