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The tax filing deadline for 2023 tax returns is April 15 this year. If you need more time, you can file for an extension until October 15. In either case,...

If you operate a business, or you’re starting a new one, you know records of income and expenses need to be kept. Specifically, you should carefully record expenses to claim...

The April 15 tax filing deadline is right around the corner. However, you might not be ready to file. Sometimes, it’s not possible to gather your tax information by the...

In today’s challenging and unpredictable business landscape, the question for business owners isn’t if unexpected events will occur, but when. This webinar, featuring Cory Parnell, CPA, Principal and CEO of...

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...

Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 12:00 PM CT How did the economy affect the markets in the first quarter of 2024? What can we look forward to in Q2? Join...

Business owners are commonly and rightfully urged to regularly generate financial statements in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). One reason why is external users of financial statements, such...

If you have a tax-favored retirement account, including a traditional IRA, you’ll become exposed to the federal income tax required minimum distribution (RMD) rules after reaching a certain age. If...

BGM has been recognized by Accounting Today, making the list of the 2024 “Regional Leaders Top Firms: Midwest.” For the sixth consecutive year, BGM has earned a spot on the...

Your business should generally maximize current year depreciation write-offs for newly acquired assets. Two federal tax breaks can be a big help in achieving this goal: first-year Section 179 depreciation deductions...

Open enrollment for most health care plans is many months away. That makes now a good time for businesses to consider changing their employer-sponsored coverage for next year, or perhaps...

President Biden has released his proposed budget for the 2025 fiscal year, including numerous tax provisions affecting both businesses and individual taxpayers. While most of these provisions have little chance...

If your small business is strapped for cash (or likes to save money), you may find it beneficial to barter or trade for goods and services. Bartering isn’t new —...

Speakers: Cory Parnell, Patrick Wheeler, Brian Stueve In today’s dynamic business environment, mastering financial complexities is crucial for growth and stability. This session delves into the innovative approach of fractional...

Some people mistakenly believe that Social Security benefits are always free from federal income tax. Unfortunately, that’s often not the case. In fact, depending on how much overall income you...