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11.26.24

Federal court rules against DOL’s “white collar” overtime rule

Articles
Advisory

A federal district court judge has struck down the Biden administration’s new rule regarding the salary threshold for determining whether certain employees are exempt from federal overtime pay requirements. The...

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11.25.24

When can you deduct business meals and entertainment?

Articles
Business Tax

You’re not alone if you’re confused about the federal tax treatment of business-related meal and entertainment expenses. The rules have changed in recent years. Let’s take a look at what...

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A couple looking at their home
11.22.24
Ross Gobel

Inheriting a Home: Should You Sell, Rent, or Keep It?

Blog
Young Inheritors
Wealth Management

Receiving a home as an inheritance comes with a mix of opportunity and complexity. Often, inherited properties come with ongoing tasks and emotional connections. When considering selling, renting, or keeping...

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11.19.24
Nathan B. Panning, CPA

Tax Considerations for Purchasing Equipment Before Year-End: A Strategic Guide for 2024

Blog
Business Owners
Business Tax

As the end of the year approaches, many business owners start thinking about ways to reduce their tax liabilities for the current tax year. One common strategy is purchasing new...

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Skyscrapers
11.19.24
Elizabeth Mylan

Piercing America’s Corporate Veil: A Historic Look at U.S. Anti-Money Laundering and Combating Terrorist Financing Legislation

Blog
Beneficial Ownership Information Filing (BOI)
Business Tax

The concept of the Corporate Veil is anchored in the principle of limited liability and has been a cornerstone of corporate law for centuries. Originating in English common law, this...

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a tax professional reviewing financial charts
11.12.24
Nathan B. Panning, CPA

How Year-Round Planning Can Help You with Estimated Tax Payments

Blog
Business Tax
Individual Tax & Planning

Picture this: It’s April, and your tax preparer has sent you your tax return link with a note saying, “Please call me before opening.” You open without calling and are...

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11.05.24

The nanny tax: What household employers need to know

Articles
Families
Individual Tax & Planning

Hiring household help, whether you employ a nanny, housekeeper or gardener, can significantly ease the burden of childcare and daily chores. However, as a household employer, it’s critical to understand...

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11.04.24

From flights to meals: A guide to business travel tax deductions

Articles
Business Owners

As a business owner, you may travel to visit customers, attend conferences, check on vendors and for other purposes. Understanding which travel expenses are tax deductible can significantly affect your...

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10.30.24

The 2024 Election and Cannabis Legalization: A Critical Turning Point

Blog
Cannabis

As the 2024 election approaches, BGM recognizes the pivotal role it could play in shaping the future of cannabis legalization across the United States. Matthew Schweich, the Executive Director of the...

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10.30.24

Building on Success: Leadership Changes at BGM

News

We are excited to announce that Dane Boeckermann, current Principal and President of CPA Services, has been named the new CEO as a result of Cory Parnell’s term coming to...

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2 business people reviewing documents and quarterly graphs
10.29.24

Hot Topic Webinar: Private Equity Investing – Is It for You?

Webinar
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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10.28.24

How will the 2025 inflation adjustment numbers affect your year-end tax planning?

Articles
Individual Tax & Planning

The IRS has issued its 2025 inflation adjustment numbers for more than 60 tax provisions in Revenue Procedure 2024-40. Inflation has moderated somewhat this year over last, so many amounts will...

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a couple planning for retirement
10.28.24
Ross Gobel

Creating a Sustainable Withdrawal Plan for Your Retirement

Blog
Retirement 401k
Wealth Management

The opinion of the author is subject to change without notice and must be considered in conjunction with relevant regulation, as well as subsequent changes in the marketplace. Any information...

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10.24.24

Meet BGM’s New Partner, SealedBid: Maximizing Value in an M&A Transaction

Webinar
Event
Advisory

Presenters: Cory Parnell, CEO at BGM, and Blake Johnson, Director at SealedBid In this webinar, Cory and Blake introduced BGM’s recently announced affiliate SealedBid, a lower mid-market Mergers & Acquisitions...

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10.23.24

Employers: In 2025, the Social Security wage base is going up

Articles
Business Owners
Business Tax

As we approach 2025, changes are coming to the Social Security wage base. The Social Security Administration recently announced that the wage base for computing Social Security tax will increase...

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