Abby Schaefer joins CDS

Abby Schaefer recently joined CDS as a Payroll Specialist in our Willmar office. Prior to CDS, she worked in payroll and bookkeeping services for over a year … [Read more...]

Minnesota Paid Leave Deadline Approaching

Paid Leave is a new program launching for Minnesotans in 2026. It provides paid time off when a serious health condition prevents a worker from working, when … [Read more...]

6 tax-free income opportunities

Believe it or not, there are ways to collect tax-free income and gains. Here are some of the best opportunities to put money in your pocket without current … [Read more...]

Abby Anderson joins CDS

Abby Anderson recently joined CDS as a Staff Accountant. She graduated from Southern New Hampshire University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business … [Read more...]

Minnesota Tightens Regulations on Independent Contractor Classification

In a significant development for businesses and workers alike, Minnesota is intensifying efforts to ensure proper classification of independent contractors. The … [Read more...]

Major Shift in Tip Credit Rule: What Employers Need to Know

On August 23, 2024, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals made a landmark decision by vacating the Department of Labor’s (DOL) “80/20/30” tip credit rule. This … [Read more...]

Lexi becomes Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor

Lexi Ostrue-Lanigan recently received her QuickBooks ProAdvisor Desktop certification. Lexi joined CDS in 2023 as a Bookkeeper. Lexi graduated from Rasmussen … [Read more...]

The tax implications of disability income benefits

Many Americans receive disability income. Are you one of them, or will you soon be? If so, you may ask: Is the income taxed and if it is, how? It depends on the … [Read more...]

Closing a business involves a number of tax responsibilities

While many facets of the economy have improved this year, the rising cost of living and other economic factors have caused many businesses to close their doors. … [Read more...]