Healthy Office Culture
January 26, 2017
Office culture and employee retention are hot topics in business today. As the economy picks up and great people are more difficult to find, it has...
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2016 Tax Return Due Date Change
January 20, 2017
We want to make sure you are aware of several changes in due dates for 2016 federal tax returns that will impact the...
Read MoreJanuary 15 Deadline Approaches
January 4, 2017
It is that time of year that many of us are looking through our mail, searching for tax documents and other related information...
Read MoreRecent Promotions
December 22, 2016
Martin, Hood, Friese & Associates is extremely pleased to announce the following promotions at the firm: [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="550"] Wade Hoey; Nick Vogel[/caption] Wade...
Read MoreTax Strategies for Year-End
December 14, 2016
Given that lowering taxes is toward the top of President-Elect Trump's list, you might consider doing any of the following. Just remember, these suggestions...
Read MoreFarm Tax Updates
December 7, 2016
For those who own or manage farms: it's that time of year again to sit down with your tax preparer. Here's what's new for...
Read MorePension Contribution Limits Announced for 2017
November 30, 2016
From The Journal of Accountancy: The IRS announced on Thursday, October 27, 2016 that the limit on elective deferral for contributions to 401(k) plans, 403(b)...
Read MoreDo You Need an Estate Plan?
November 17, 2016
[caption id="attachment_1607" align="alignleft" width="300"] Images courtesy of Cristine Jones and Clyde Robinson on Flickr[/caption] Your estate consists of everything you own when you die:...
Read MoreIllinois Secure Choice Savings Program Act
November 11, 2016
To improve the retirement savings of Illinois workers, the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office has created the Illinois Secure Choice Savings Program Act (Secure...
Read MoreCorporate Filing Deadline Update for 2017 Tax Filing Season
November 2, 2016
Are you an investor in a partnership or a corporation? The federal due dates for these types of tax returns are changing, beginning...
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