Get the lowdown on your M&A target’s financial records

Do your company’s 2026 strategic plans include a business acquisition? Whether you already have your eye on a target or are still weighing options, plan now for … [Read more...]

Tax filing update for pass-through entities

Do you operate a business as a partnership, a limited liability company (LLC) treated as a partnership for tax purposes or an S corporation? In tax lingo, these … [Read more...]

If you suffered a disaster, you may be eligible for a casualty loss tax deduction

Every year, severe storms, flooding, wildfires and other disasters affect millions of taxpayers. Many experience casualty losses from damage to their homes or … [Read more...]

Annual Requirements for Non-Profit Organizations

To make it easy for non-profits to stay compliant, we've compiled a list of Annual Requirements and Annual Best Practices for non-profit … [Read more...]

Not all “business” expenses are tax deductible

With 2025 in the rear view mirror and the tax filing deadline on the road ahead, it’s a good time for businesses to start gathering information about their … [Read more...]

IRS announced 2026 Mileage Rates

The IRS announced that the business standard mileage rate for transportation expenses paid or incurred beginning January 1, 2026, will be 72.5 cents per mile, … [Read more...]

Shift income to take advantage of the 0% long-term capital gains rate

Are you thinking about making financial gifts to loved ones? Would you also like to reduce your capital gains tax? If so, consider giving appreciated stock … [Read more...]

Introducing our newest Partners!

We are pleased to announce that Mitchell Erickson and Thomas Stoeckman have been admitted as Partners of CDS.  CEO, Brett Aamot, commented, “Mitchell and Thomas … [Read more...]

What is a Claim of Discrimination?

What does it mean when a discrimination claim is filed with the EEOC? Answered by the HR Experts When a claim is filed with the federal Equal Employment … [Read more...]