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3 Important Retirement Planning Ages You Need To Know

Posted January 22, 2020

There are a few important ages that should play a key role in your retirement planning. And, the Setting Every … Read More

Beene Garter Adds Three Partners To Firm’s Partner Group

Posted January 15, 2020

We're pleased to announce the addition of three professionals to the Beene Garter partner group: Josh Garvey, Lisa Pohl, and … Read More

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Apply For BOOST – Beene Garter’s Summer Leadership Program

Posted January 21, 2020

Every summer we host BOOST - a summer leadership program designed to give college juniors the opportunity to learn about … Read More

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This Is When You Need To Have An Employee Benefit Plan Audit

Posted January 8, 2020

If you offer a benefit plan to your employees, you may be required to have the plan audited. The Employee … Read More

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Michigan’s PPT Exemptions Can Help You Save. But Do You Qualify?

Posted January 6, 2020

In 2014, Michigan voters approved a ballot initiative that eliminated or reduced personal property taxes (PPT) for small businesses and … Read More

New Guide | Top 6 Tax Laws That Could Help Your Business Save

Posted December 19, 2019

We're excited to announce the publication of our new whitepaper - Top 6 Tax Laws That Could Help Your Business … Read More

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A Social Security Number Phone Scam Is Back. Here’s How To Stay Safe.

Posted December 4, 2019

Social Security number phone scams are on the rise, with new variations emerging every day. These scams can often seem … Read More

Get A Sneak Peek Of Sage Intacct In This 30-Minute Demo

Posted June 21, 2019

Sage Intacct - the leading cloud accounting software - hosts a 30-minute interactive demo every day at noon EST / … Read More

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A Guide To The IRS’ 2020 Retirement Plan Contribution Limits

Posted November 27, 2019

The IRS has released its 2020 contribution limits for employees and employers and their retirement plans. These changes are annual … Read More

What Are Illinois’ New Income Tax Withholding Rules?

Posted November 14, 2019

Do you have any employees who work in Illinois? Do you know when to withhold income tax from your employees? … Read More

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SafeSend Returns Frequently Asked Questions

Posted November 7, 2019

Beene Garter uses an electronic delivery system for tax returns called SafeSend Returns. SafeSend Returns allows our qualifying clients to … Read More

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DOL Increases Salary For White-Collar Exemption To $35,568

Posted October 30, 2019

The white-collar exemption now applies to employees who receive a salary of at least $35,568 per year or $684 per … Read More

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