Thought Leadership
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May 05, 2020
Cash flow management is a critical exercise during uncertain times like these and one that is top of mind for every business owner. It involves managing every aspect of the […]
April 22, 2020
by Damien Strohmier, CPA, CCIFP Considering an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) or have you just implemented an ESOP for owner succession? The technical application of accounting for this transaction […]
April 16, 2020
This on-demand webinar covers common questions we have been receiving about the Paycheck Protection Program and Loan Forgiveness. Directors JT Loughmiller and Stephen Mann illustrate the mechanics associated with the […]
April 13, 2020
In these unprecedented times in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, employees are likely incurring a variety of unplanned expenses, and employers may want to provide some financial assistance to […]
March 30, 2020
This article was originally published on March 25th and is being updated as new information becomes available. We created this Q&A as a general, high-level guide for our clients on common […]
March 17, 2020
Many companies currently operating in a remote work business model are asking questions about how to keep effectively collaborating as if their employees were in person. It’s easy to take […]
March 13, 2020
As the uncertainty of the impacts of COVID-19 (coronavirus) continues, many organizations are considering Work From Home (WFH) or remote work contingency plans or reevaluating WFH plans already in existence. […]
March 09, 2020
by Dustin Brown Buying or selling a business can be daunting. There are many items to consider such as 1) the structure of the transaction (e.g. stock or asset sale/purchase) […]
February 07, 2020
In September 2019, the IRS released a draft 2019 Form 1065 and Schedule K-1 with their respective instructions, suggesting that partnership capital accounts would have to report on the tax […]
February 05, 2020
The business information technology landscape has seen many changes and developments over the last 50 years, since a large accounting firm implemented the first business application (payroll) at GE Appliance […]
January 02, 2020
Many self-employed taxpayers may be looking for strategies that could help jumpstart future tax years. Here are a few strategies that self-employed taxpayers can take advantage of to help minimize […]
September 10, 2019
Business owners devote their lives to the successful growth of their companies and what is likely the most significant asset to support their retirement. Yet, in the final stages of […]
September 03, 2019
If you’re a small business owner or you’re involved in a start-up, you may want to set up a tax-favored retirement plan for yourself and any employees. Several types of […]
August 27, 2019
Eventually, the ownership of every privately-held business will be transitioned in one way or another. There are many options available to transfer ownership, but they basically fall into one of […]
August 12, 2019
If you are interested in larger contributions than a 401(k) plan will permit, a cash balance pension plan may be right for you. Someone 60 years or older can possibly […]
Webinars
August 27, 2026
By Omar Larios, CPA, Senior Accountant at Blue & Co. One of the most popular tax law updates from the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) for real estate investors and […]
July 29, 2026
By Walter Eckert, CPA, CVA, CEPA, Director at Blue & Co. Finding the right replacement property before selling your current investment property can create both an opportunity and a timing […]
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 […]
April 29, 2026
By Carson Lorts, CPA, Senior Manager at Blue & Co. Qualified Opportunity Zones have now been around for nearly 10 years after their creation under the Tax Cuts & Jobs […]
February 20, 2026
By Caleb Young, CPA, Manager at Blue & Co. The Advantage of Cost Segregation Studies For Real Estate Investment What if you could significantly increase your cash flow in the first year of […]
January 29, 2026
By Carson Lorts, CPA, Senior Manager at Blue & Co. This past year, President Trump signed into law the One Big Beautiful Bill (“OBBB”), enacting many of his campaign promises. […]
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