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Misrepresentation of Wellness and Nutrition Expenses

The IRS has issued a warning against companies misrepresenting personal wellness and nutrition expenses as medical expenses. Understand the potential tax implications and how to use your health spending accounts responsibly.
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Maximize Depreciation of Newly Acquired Assets

Your business should generally maximize current year depreciation write-offs for newly acquired assets. Two federal tax breaks can help achieve this goal: first-year Section 179 depreciation deductions and first-year bonus depreciation deductions.
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Reporting Cash Payments Over $10,000

Understand the IRS's new e-filing system for Form 8300, designed to simplify the reporting of cash payments over $10,000. Learn who must file, the e-filing requirements, and how to apply for a waiver if e-filing is challenging for your business.
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Exploring Holding Companies

Holding companies offer benefits such as tax efficiency, liability protection, and privacy, but they also present challenges and complexity. This article provides an overview of what holding companies are, how they work, and their pros and cons.
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Tax Season Scams with Mike Breza and Lisa Dunnigan  

PODCAST: From phone calls to phishing emails to fraudulent tax preparers – scams are only becoming more sophisticated every year. Check out this episode to ensure you never become a victim of one of these nefarious scams. 
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Bartering Goods or Services

If your small business would like to exchange goods and services without exchanging money, you may be able to barter. The internet makes it easier to engage with other businesses. But if you barter, be aware of the tax consequences.
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WOTC for Manufacturers

The quest for skilled laborers in the manufacturing sector continues. Where can manufacturers turn to fill open positions? One option can also provide substantial tax savings: Hire workers that qualify for the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC).
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Maximize the QBI Deduction

The qualified business income, QBI deduction, is available to eligible businesses through 2025. After that, it’s scheduled to disappear unless Congress acts to extend it. So make the most of the tax break while it’s still on the books.
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Tax-Saving Opportunities for Manufacturers in 2024

For manufacturers, as certain provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) begin to phase out, other tax laws, including the Inflation Reduction Act and the Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors Act, have begun to kick in.
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New Upcoming Tax Legislation & Impacts to Taxpayers

What do you need to know about the new upcoming tax legislation in the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 bill? This bill is currently with the Senate to approve and includes many significant changes that impact taxpayers.
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Managing a Financial Windfall

A financial windfall presents both an opportunity and a challenge. While it’s a chance to boost your financial health, it also demands savvy strategic planning to minimize taxes and maximize returns. 
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New DOL Guidance on Employee Classification

The U.S. DOL has issued new guidance on employee classification. This article provides an overview of the rule, its implications, and the steps employers must take to ensure their employee classifications are under the updated guidelines.
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Cash and Accrual Accounting Methods

Businesses have two accounting methods to figure their taxable income: cash and accrual. Many businesses have a choice of which method to use for tax purposes.
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Trusts & Estates with Zach Wiegand

PODCAST: Join us as we explore Trusts & Estates with our guest, attorney Zach Wiegand, at Gold Leaf Estate Planning and our own Trust & Estate expert, principal Adam Thielen. Together, we unravel the complexities of Gift & Estate Exclusion Rates and guide first-time estate executors through the process of
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Pass Through Entity Tax with Zach Deo

PODCAST: In this episode, Olsen Thielen’s resident expert on PTE, Tax Director Zach Deo, joins us to provide more information on just what the PTE is and why it’s a good option for many business owners here in Minnesota. If you’re a business owner looking to save on your federal
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