By Logan Kalis, CPA Here we are at the beginning of 2021, and we’ve been working remotely now for nearly 10 months. It’s hard to know if we’ll get back to the office anytime soon. Thankfully, we at JAK have adapted fairly well. We miss being able to have face-to-face interactions with our peers and […]
Is Your Company a Good Candidate for an ESOP?
By Kyla Hansen, CPA, CVA An employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) can be a great way to transition your business and give back to your employees. But it’s not ideal for everyone. Before you move forward with an ESOP, it’s wise to do your homework and make sure it’s right for you. (This is partly […]
HOW TO: Making MN Estimated Tax Payments Online
By Kim Elm With the MN Department of Revenue campuses closed to the public and more people making their Federal estimated tax payments electronically, why not make your state estimated tax payment electronically as well. This will ensure your payment is not lost or delayed in the mail causing unnecessary notices to be sent […]
Why You Need a CPA on Your Team
By Kyle Sturgeon, CPA, MBA When you’re running a business, you can easily become lost in a laundry list of to-dos. This is especially true if you’re just getting started. There are tax forms to file, operating agreements to execute, and marketing plans to finalize, to name a few. But whether you’re in the startup […]
4 Things You Should Know Before Retiring in Another State
By Matt Mikel, CPA For Upper Midwesterners, the idea of retiring in another state may sound appealing—especially when certain states offer an escape from both winter and income tax. But the process of calling another state “home” may be more complicated than you think. Here are a few things to consider if you plan to […]