November 11, 2021
US Residential Housing Market Prospectus
By: Damien Strohmier, Senior Manager, CPA, CCIFP The housing market is at an all-time high and Zillow hounds would concur that the forecast over the next few years does not […]
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September 20, 2021
Join us for the Construction Summit!
You’re Invited Join us virtually for the 2nd Annual Construction Industry Summit on Thursday, October 21 from 9:00 AM – Noon. Sessions to look forward to: Keynote Speaker: Dr. Anirban Basu will […]
Read MoreJuly 27, 2021
Update on Status of ERC Refunds & PPP Forgiveness Questionnaire
By: Alaina Fischer and Damien Strohmier, CPA, CCIFP ERC Refunds Did you file an Employer’s Quarterly Federal Tax Return or a Tentative Refund form and are waiting on a refund? […]
Read MoreMarch 11, 2021
INDOT Technical Applications Pathway and Prequalification Application – Common Questions
By: Andrew Eiler, CPA The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) introduced a new online system for construction contractors to complete their Contractor Prequalification application. Two common questions have been encountered […]
Read MoreMarch 3, 2021
Paid Sick Leave Refundable Credit
By: Damien Strohmier, CPA, CCIFP Note: On March 11, 2021, President Biden signed into law the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, which includes the following provisions related to the employer […]
Read MoreFebruary 12, 2021
Not Eligible for Second Draw? Look Again…
By: Damien Strohmier, CPA, CCIFP Eligibility criteria for the second draw loans includes terminology that misled several companies to believe they were not eligible to apply. This article will review […]
Read MoreJanuary 19, 2021
How to Account for and Record PPP Forgiveness
By Damien Strohmier, CPA, Senior Manager As many companies are receiving Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) debt forgiveness and loan payoffs, the question of how to record forgiveness has resurfaced. This […]
Read MoreDecember 11, 2020
Blue & Co. December 2020 Webinars
It’s webinar season at Blue & Co., LLC.! Check out all of our upcoming events for the week of December, 14. Monday, December 14 Panel Discussion Regarding Paycheck Protection Program […]
Read MoreDecember 3, 2020
On-Demand Webinar: New DoD Cybersecurity Requirements for the Construction Industry
This session was presented on both December 9 and December 17 from Noon to 1 p.m. Eastern. During both sessions, Tom Skoog, Cybersecurity & Data Management Practice Leader, and Doug […]
Read MoreJune 5, 2020
Deferral of Revenue Recognition and Leases
This article was originally published with updates to FASB updates on December 10, 2019 and was most recently updated on June 5th. It is being updated as new information becomes […]
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By Holly Fields, CPA, Senior Manager at Blue & Co. The SECURE 2.0 Act was signed in December 2022 and builds on the original SECURE Act to improve retirement savings […]
June 12, 2026
By Peter Hillenbrand, Senior Consultant at Blue & Co. Across the Midwest, Industrial Outdoor Storage (IOS) properties are rewriting the rules of commercial real estate. Vacancy rates are averaging near […]
Illinois Now Accepting Applications for $28.2 Million in Rural Hospital Transformation Grant Funding
June 05, 2026
The application window for the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) Hospital Transformation Planning Grants opened on May 19, 2026. Illinois’ 97 eligible rural hospitals have until Wednesday, June 17, 2026, […]
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As firms adopt cloud platforms, mobile devices, and digital workflows, cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue. It’s an operational risk that can directly impact timelines, budgets, and client trust.![]()
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This piece breaks down practical, real-world strategies construction firms can implement today, from email security to zero-trust networks and device management.![]()
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Blue & Co. ranked #16 in the Large Business category for the Indiana Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Best Places to Work awards. Out of more than 150 organizations that participated statewide, Blue was recognized among the top 24 large employers in Indiana.![]()
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Because the rankings are based on workplace practices and employee feedback, this recognition means even more. Thank you to our incredible team for continuing to build a culture centered on collaboration, growth, and support.![]()
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