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11.14.23
John Barghini, CPA, MBT

Unlocking Transparency: Navigating the New Small Business Reporting Frontier

Newsletter
Business Owners
Business Tax
Beneficial Ownership Information Filing (BOI)

Starting January 1, 2024, many businesses will be required to file a Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). The BOI reporting requirement is an...

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10.31.23

Contributing to your employer’s 401(k) plan: How it works

Articles
Business Owners
Business Tax

If you’re fortunate to have an employer that offers a 401(k) plan, and you don’t contribute to it, you may wonder if you should participate. In general, it’s a great...

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A puzzle with two missing piece that reveal the word Audit
10.25.23

What businesses can expect from a DOL benefits plan audit

Articles
Business Owners
Audit & Assurance
Retirement 401k

All but the smallest businesses today are generally expected to offer employees “big picture” benefits such as health insurance and a retirement plan. Among the risks of doing so is...

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Cannabis plants in a greenhouse
10.25.23

Minnesota Cannabis Market Insights: Discover Key Steps to Take Now

Event
Webinar
Cannabis

Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM CT Discover the Flourishing Cannabis Landscape of Minnesota! Join us for a deep dive into the promising cannabis market in...

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a business office building
10.24.23

What businesses can expect from a green lease

Articles
Business Owners
Business Tax

With events related to climate change continuing to rock the news cycle, many business owners are looking for ways to lessen their companies’ negative environmental impact. One move you may...

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a graphic of an arrow with social security on it
10.23.23

The Social Security wage base for employees and self-employed people is increasing in 2024

Articles
Business Owners
Business Tax

The Social Security Administration recently announced that the wage base for computing Social Security tax will increase to $168,600 for 2024 (up from $160,200 for 2023). Wages and self-employment income...

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BGM logo
10.17.23

Announcing BGM

News

Boeckermann Grafstrom & Mayer, BGM Wealth Partners, and Bridge West Weave Together their Talents to form BGM, Introducing New Brand and Website MINNEAPOLIS, October 18, 2023— Boeckermann Grafstrom & Mayer,...

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a flowering cannabis plant outside
10.12.23
Calvin P. Shannon, CPA, CVA

Decoding Section 280E: Impact on the Legal Landscape of Cannabis Businesses

Blog
Cannabis
Advisory
Business Tax

As the cannabis industry flourishes, a complex set of regulations and tax codes has emerged, shaping the financial landscape for businesses operating in this dynamic sector. Among these regulations is...

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A canal in Florida
10.10.23

The tax implications of renting out a vacation home

Articles
Families
Individual Tax & Planning

Many Americans own a vacation home or aspire to purchase one. If you own a second home in a waterfront community, in the mountains or in a resort area, you...

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An IRS auditor reviewing documents
10.09.23

How IRS auditors learn about your business industry

Articles
Business Owners
Audit & Assurance

Ever wonder how IRS examiners know about different industries so they can audit various businesses? They generally do research about specific industries and issues on tax returns by using IRS...

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a business professional holding a phone looking towards the camera
09.27.23

Business owners: Think carefully about fringe benefits related to smartphones

Articles
Business Owners
Business Tax

You’d be hard-pressed to find many employees these days who don’t use smartphones for some aspect of their jobs. Even someone who works behind a point-of-sale device may use a...

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two cannabis leaves sitting on a countertop
09.27.23
Cory M. Parnell, CPA

Navigating Section 280E: Cash Flow Strategies for Cannabis Dispensaries

Blog
Cannabis
Business Tax

Introduction to 280E and Its Impact on Cannabis Dispensaries In the rapidly growing cannabis industry, navigating financial intricacies is a matter of survival, particularly when faced with the hurdles of...

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09.14.23
Cory M. Parnell, CPA

Electronic Filing of IRS Form 8300: A Comprehensive Overview

Blog
Cannabis
Business Tax

In an ever-increasing digital world, the IRS continues transitioning its operations toward more efficient and secure methods. As a recent step in this direction, the IRS announced that starting January...

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08.18.23
Calvin P. Shannon, CPA, CVA

The Relationship between Section 471(c) & Section 280E in the Cannabis Industry

Blog
Cannabis
Business Tax

The evolving landscape of the cannabis industry in the United States has led to numerous legal and financial challenges. A critical issue that requires close attention is the interaction between...

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accountants reviewing financial charts and graphs
08.17.23
John Barghini, CPA, MBT

Asset Sale vs. Stock Sale When Selling a Business

Blog
Business Owners
Advisory
Business Tax
Individual Tax & Planning

The life of a business owner is often defined by competition. Competing for customers, talent, brand recognition and more are second nature. Selling a business also involves competition in the...

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