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The shift toward managed security services in the middle market

The shift toward managed security services in the middle market

With the business world becoming more digital, managed security services are helping companies address cybersecurity gaps and labor challenges.
IRS issues guidelines regarding substantiation of expenses for cafeteria plans

IRS issues guidelines regarding substantiation of expenses for cafeteria plans

The IRS is cautioning cafeteria plan sponsors from using any shortcuts in complying with the expense substantiation requirements under section 125.
Consumer sentiment drops as inflation expectations rise

Consumer sentiment drops as inflation expectations rise

The report showed a marked increase in long-term inflation expectations for the next five to 10 years, rising to 3.2% from 3.0% to reach the highest level since 2011.
Inflation remains sticky in April, rising by 4.9% over a year ago

Inflation remains sticky in April, rising by 4.9% over a year ago

April's increase in the consumer price index was in line with RSM's forecast of a 4.9% gain and the consensus estimate of 5%, and will most likely support the doves at the Federal Reserve who want to pause interest rate increases.
Business Travel Expenses: Per Diem vs Actual Expenses

Business Travel Expenses: Per Diem vs Actual Expenses

If your employees travel for work purposes, it’s important to understand the various methods of tracking and substantiating travel expenses so that you can maintain accurate records, control costs, and take advantage of potential tax benefits. Watch this video to learn about business travel expenses, per diem allowances, and how they affect employees and employers.
Invest in Minnesota’s Future: The Benefits of the Beginning Farmer Tax Credit

Invest in Minnesota’s Future: The Benefits of the Beginning Farmer Tax Credit

If you’re a beginning farmer in Minnesota, don’t miss out on the valuable financial incentives offered by the Minnesota Beginning Farmer Tax Credit program. This program facilitates the transfer of farmland, equipment, and other assets to new farmers while also providing annual state tax credits for landlords and sellers. Read on to learn more about the application process and funding approach.
6 Misconceptions of a Revocable Living Trust

6 Misconceptions of a Revocable Living Trust

A revocable living trust, or RLT, offers many benefits, including probate avoidance, privacy, and flexibility in managing assets during one’s life, incapacity, and death. However, despite their popularity as an estate planning tool, there are many misconceptions surrounding revocable trusts that lead to confusion and misunderstandings. Watch this video to learn about the top six misconceptions.
Fed hikes rate a quarter point while creating framework for a pause

Fed hikes rate a quarter point while creating framework for a pause

The 25 basis-point increase was accompanied by changes in the Federal Open Market Committee’s statement that imply a possible pause at the Fed’s next meeting in June with a bias toward more tightening should inflation prove sticky.
Commercial real estate is high among bankers’ ongoing debt concerns

Commercial real estate is high among bankers’ ongoing debt concerns

Signs point to increasing credit risk in commercial real estate loan portfolios, as recent skittishness around lending has compounded existing concerns.
RSM US Manufacturing Outlook Index: Slowdown continues into April

RSM US Manufacturing Outlook Index: Slowdown continues into April

Overall manufacturing activity remains at 1.85 standard deviations below normal, a level consistent with past recessions.
Assessing the industry impact of the section 45X advanced manufacturing credit

Assessing the industry impact of the section 45X advanced manufacturing credit

The advanced manufacturing production credit provides a tax credit for eligible renewable energy components produced in the United States.
How manufacturers can manage back-office costs in a tight economy

How manufacturers can manage back-office costs in a tight economy

Assessing how IT and broader technology teams enable efficiency is key.
Interest rates pose challenges for builders, but opportunities are on the horizon

Interest rates pose challenges for builders, but opportunities are on the horizon

Residential construction sees a favorable long-term outlook despite ongoing challenges affecting the housing market.
Hotel market shows continued resilience with a focus on luxury

Hotel market shows continued resilience with a focus on luxury

The hospitality industry remains challenged despite strong performance driving investment in the luxury hotel market.
Construction industry outlook

Construction industry outlook

In our 2023 construction industry outlook, we explore what's ahead for middle market business leaders.