To help make sure you don’t miss any important 2025 deadlines, we’re providing this summary of when various tax-related forms, payments and other actions are … [Read more...]
Protecting your business from deepfake deception
January 27, 2025 by Kari Steinbeisser
Deepfakes — digital forgeries produced by artificial intelligence (AI) — have blurred the line between reality and illusion. On the upside, AI-generated … [Read more...]
The standard business mileage rate increased in 2025
January 27, 2025 by Carolyn Halverson
The nationwide price of gas is slightly higher than it was a year ago and the 2025 optional standard mileage rate used to calculate the deductible cost of … [Read more...]
The Form W-2 and 1099-NEC deadline is coming up fast
January 27, 2025 by Karla Hemmesch
Last revised: 1-27-25 With the 2025 tax filing season underway, be aware that the deadline is coming up fast for businesses to submit certain information … [Read more...]
Amanda Manson Rejoins CDS
January 23, 2025
Amanda Manson recently returned to CDS as an Administrative Assistant in our Willmar office. She brings over 20 years of experience in customer service. Amanda … [Read more...]
Should We Call Candidates Who Weren’t Selected for a Role?
January 22, 2025
A manager asked if they could call and not just email the candidates who were interviewed but not selected. Is this a good idea? There’s nothing wrong with … [Read more...]
Julie Hanson rejoins CDS
January 17, 2025
Julie Hanson recently returned to CDS as an Administrative Assistant in our Morris office. Prior to CDS, she worked in education for over 20 years. We're … [Read more...]
Segregation of Duties for Government Entities
January 9, 2025 by Justin McGraw
Segregation of duties is a type of preventive internal control that ensures an individual does not perform multiple duties in which committing and concealing … [Read more...]
Know When a Gift Tax Return is Required or Recommended
January 3, 2025 by Larry Stulen
Thanks to the annual gift tax exclusion, you can systematically reduce your taxable estate with little effort. And while you typically don’t have to file a gift … [Read more...]
Maximize your 401(k) in 2025: Smart strategies for a secure retirement
January 3, 2025 by David Corneil
Saving for retirement is a crucial financial goal and a 401(k) plan is one of the most effective tools for achieving it. If your employer offers a 401(k) or … [Read more...]
