College can be expensive. According to the College Board, the average sticker price for tuition and fees at private colleges was $43,350 for the 2024–2025 … [Read more...]
Should We Conduct Exit Interviews?
June 18, 2025 by Nicholle Peterson
It depends. Exit interviews can be valuable—but only if you’re prepared to take the feedback seriously and make changes based on that feedback. Exit … [Read more...]
Are you missing a valuable tax deduction for Medicare premiums?
June 17, 2025 by Jon Hinderks
If you’re age 65 or older and enrolled in basic Medicare insurance, you may need to pay additional premiums to receive more comprehensive coverage. These extra … [Read more...]
Tips for Improving Your Budgeting Process
June 11, 2025 by Nate Gwost
Budgeting can seem complex, but it offers many more benefits than most people realize. While the process can seem overwhelming, there are only a few crucial … [Read more...]
Employee With a Child Who is Disabled Requests to Work Remotely
June 11, 2025 by Nicholle Peterson
Q. An employee requested to work remotely as an accommodation so they can be home with a child who is disabled. Do we have to provide this accommodation under … [Read more...]
Brooklyn Mueske joins CDS
June 10, 2025
Brooklyn Mueske recently joined CDS as a Staff Accountant in our Willmar office. Prior to CDS, she worked in client service and accounts receivable for 2 years. … [Read more...]
Congratulations to Brett Aamot & Kelly O’Farrell: Honored by Forbes as Best-in-State CPAs!
June 9, 2025
We are proud to announce that our Managing Partner, Brett Aamot, and Partner, Kelly O’Farrell, have been recognized by Forbes in their list of America’s … [Read more...]
Hiring independent contractors? Make sure you’re doing it right
May 20, 2025 by Lori Reich
Many businesses turn to independent contractors to help manage costs, especially during times of staffing shortages and inflation. If you’re among them, … [Read more...]
How working in the gig economy affects your taxes
May 20, 2025 by Jennifer Lownsbury
The gig economy offers flexibility, autonomy and a way to earn income, but it also comes with tax obligations that can catch many workers off guard. Whether … [Read more...]
Have You Filed Your Q2 Estimated Tax Payment Yet?
May 19, 2025
The Deadline Is June 16, 2025! For many small business owners, self-employed individuals, and anyone who receives income not subject to withholding, estimated … [Read more...]
