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1.19.26

Is Your Business Ready for the Tax Deadline That’s on Groundhog Day This Year

Normally businesses must furnish certain information returns to workers and submit them to the federal government by January 31. But this year, that date falls on…

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1.19.26

2026 Tax Calendar

To help make sure you don’t miss any important 2026 deadlines, we’re providing this summary of when various tax-related forms, payments and other actions are…

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1.19.26

FAQs About Using the Market Approach To Value a Business

The market approach is based on a straightforward premise: A company’s value can be derived from the prices others pay for similar businesses. But, in…

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1.16.26

Diversity in Manufacturing Offers Many Benefits

As the U.S. population continues to grow more diverse, many manufacturers are adapting their workforces to reflect that diversity. And while diversity for its own…

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1.16.26

Five Smart Budgeting Tips for Manufacturers for the New Year

The manufacturing industry had a challenging year in 2025, despite some favorable tax developments under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Tariff uncertainty and escalating…

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1.16.26

Manufacturers: Act Now to Claim the SEC. 179D Deduction for Energy-Efficient Building Improvements

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) repeals or reduces many clean energy tax incentives, including the Section 179D deduction for energy-efficient commercial building improvements. But…

Abby K. Sweers, CPA
1.16.26

IRS Audits: Red Flags and Risks

Internal Revenue Service (IRS) audits can be stressful for businesses of all sizes. While audits are not always the result of wrongdoing, certain reporting patterns,…

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1.16.26

Reducing Your Construction Company’s Workers’ Comp Costs

Workers’ compensation insurance represents a major expense for construction companies. It might seem like there’s not much you can do to avoid high premiums. However,…

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1.16.26

How Contractors Can Push Back Against High Materials Costs

Rising materials costs have become a persistent challenge for construction companies of all sizes. But they hit small to midsize businesses especially hard. Your profit…

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1.16.26

Three Critical Questions To Ask When Acquiring Construction Equipment

Acquiring equipment is a major strategic decision for small to midsize construction businesses. It affects everything from bid selection to cash flow management to financial…