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    Business Owner's Guide: Tips, Trends, & Talks from a CPA

    PKF Mueller's monthly accounting, business advisory, and finance podcast for business owners, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders. Join us as we discuss a broad range of timely accounting topics related to audits, taxes, business consulting, industry news, legislative changes and other hot button subjects and business advisory. Our goal is to provide business decision makers with the key insights to be up-to-date and equipped with the knowledge of ever-changing accounting updates and practices. PKF Mueller is an award-winning full-service certified public accounting and business advisory firm serving clients both domestically and internationally. Since its 1968 founding, the Firm has significantly grown and currently serves clients from five offices in the Chicago area and an office in Sarasota, employing more than 200 employees led by 31 partners. PKF Mueller offers a broad range of services for corporations, business owners, executives, and independent professionals.
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    Episodes (26)

    Navigating The Complex Web Of State Income Tax

    Navigating The Complex Web Of State Income Tax

     Join Ellen Minnig, Tax Director at PKF Mueller, for an in-depth interview on state income tax. In this episode, Ellen provides insight on reducing a business entity's state tax burden and additional state planning considerations.

    Contact one of our PKF Mueller professionals today to learn more:

    Ellen Minnig, J.D., LLM Taxation, MSA
    Tax Director
    eminnig@pkfmueller.com
    +1 312 975 1646 

    Thank YOU for listening! Visit www.pkfmueller.com for more information about our firm.

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    PKF Mueller is a member firm of the PKF International Limited family of legally independent firms and does not accept any responsibility or liability for the actions or inactions of any individual member or correspondent firm or firms.

    What You Should Know: Pass-Through Entity Tax

    What You Should Know: Pass-Through Entity Tax

    Join PKF Mueller Senior Tax Associate, Neel Patel, as he discusses Pass-Through Entity (PTE) tax.  In this episode, he describes why pass-through entity tax should be considered and tips to keep in mind when making the election.

    For more information, please contact:

    Neel Patel
    Senior Tax Associate
    npatel@pkfmueller.com

    Learn more about PKF Mueller's State and Local Tax Services: https://www.pkfmueller.com/services/tax-services/state-local-tax

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    PKF Mueller is a member firm of the PKF International Limited family of legally independent firms and does not accept any responsibility or liability for the actions or inactions of any individual member or correspondent firm or firms.

    Accounting in the Governmental Industry

    Accounting in the Governmental Industry

     Join PKF Mueller Partner, Kevin J. Bissell, as he discusses accounting in the governmental industry.  In this episode, he describes trends and challenges governmental entities are facing and PKF Mueller's involvement in the governmental industry.

    For more information, please contact:

    Kevin J. Bissell, CPA
    Audit Partner
    kbissell@pkfmueller.com

    Learn more about PKF Mueller's Governmental Services: https://www.pkfmueller.com/industries/government

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    PKF Mueller is a member firm of the PKF International Limited family of legally independent firms and does not accept any responsibility or liability for the actions or inactions of any individual member or correspondent firm or firms.

    Financial Services, Tax, & Audit Integration: Creating the Optimal Team to Help Your Business Sell

    Financial Services, Tax, & Audit Integration: Creating the Optimal Team to Help Your Business Sell

    Join PKF Mueller Partners, Brian Sullivan and Cathy Kluczny, along with Wealth Advisor Brennan Hollenbeck, as they discuss creating the optimal team when looking to sell your business.  In this episode, they describe what the optimal team looks like, the tax implications to focus on, and the importance of a financial plan.

    For more information, please contact:

    Brian P. Sullivan, CPA
    Audit Partner
    bsullivan@pkfmueller.com

    Catherine L. Kluczny, CPA
    Tax Partner
    ckluzny@pkfmueller.com

    Brennan Hollenbeck, AIF®
    Vice President / Wealth Advisor
    bhollenbeck@muellersolutions.com

    Learn more about PKF Mueller's Transaction Services: https://www.pkfmueller.com/services/business-consulting/transaction-services

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    PKF Mueller is a member firm of the PKF International Limited family of legally independent firms and does not accept any responsibility or liability for the actions or inactions of any individual member or correspondent firm or firms.

    Making Lemonade out of Lemons with Tax-Loss Harvesting

    Making Lemonade out of Lemons with Tax-Loss Harvesting

    You’ve probably heard the popular phrase, “when life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” It means to take a negative situation and turn it into a positive one.

    In the case of a down market, turn paper losses (lemons) and net them against capital gains to keep more money in your pocket (lemonade).

    Join PKF Mueller President, Jeffrey A. Delheimer, CPA, and Wealth Advisor, Sal DiTusa, MBA, CEPA, as they discuss Tax-Loss Harvesting, a strategy to help turn portfolio losses into tax breaks.

    For more information, visit www.pkfmueller.com or contact one of our qualified advisors:

    Jeffrey A. Delheimer, CPA
    President
    jdelheimer@pkfmueller.com
    +1 312 346 2347

    Sal DiTusa, MBA, CEPA
    Wealth Advisor
    sditusa@muellersolutions.com
    +1 847 717 8302

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    PKF Mueller is a member firm of the PKF International Limited family of legally independent firms and does not accept any responsibility or liability for the actions or inactions of any individual member or correspondent firm or firms.

    Sage Intacct: A Financial Performance Management Software Solution

    Sage Intacct: A Financial Performance Management Software Solution

    Join Ken Daemicke and Ivona Gal, as they introduce Sage Intacct a Financial Performance Management (FPM) software. In this episode, they discuss how Sage Intacct improves company performance and finance productivity by knocking down barriers with information, insights, and tools.

    For more information, please contact:

    Kenneth G. Daemicke, CPA
    Client Advisory Services Partner
    kdaemicke@pkfmueller.com

    Ivona Gal, CPA
    Client Advisory Services Manager
    Certified Sage Intacct Accounting & Implementation Specialist
    igal@pkfmueller.com

    Learn more about PKF Mueller's Sage Intacct Services: https://www.pkfmueller.com/services/client-advisory-services/certified-sage-intacct-partner

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    PKF Mueller is a member firm of the PKF International Limited family of legally independent firms and does not accept any responsibility or liability for the actions or inactions of any individual member or correspondent firm or firms.

    Global Expansion For German Speaking Companies: The Koehler Transatlantic Business Results Solution

    Global Expansion For German Speaking Companies: The Koehler Transatlantic Business Results Solution

    Join Matthias Koehler, member of our International Alliance from Koehler Transatlantic Business Results, for a discussion on global expansion for German-speaking companies. In this episode, Matthias provides insight into how Koehler Transatlantic Business Results can help German-speaking firms enter the U.S. market or expand further into the U.S. market.

    Contact our German-American professional today to learn more:

    Matthias Koehler
    CEO & Founder
    Koehler Transatlantic Business Results
    mk@koehler-transatlantic.com

    Learn more about our German-American services today at:
    https://www.pkfmueller.com/services/international/germany

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    PKF Mueller is a member firm of the PKF International Limited family of legally independent firms and does not accept any responsibility or liability for the actions or inactions of any individual member or correspondent firm or firms.

    How the Wayfair Decision Changed The Income Tax Landscape For Businesses

    How the Wayfair Decision Changed The Income Tax Landscape For Businesses

    Join Ellen Minnig, Tax Director at PKF Mueller, for an in-depth interview on how the Wayfair decision changed the income tax landscape for businesses. In this episode, Ellen provides insight on state income tax nexus limitations, how to apply constitutional principles, and ways to minimize risk. 

    Contact our State & Local Tax professional today to learn more:

    Ellen Minnig, J.D., LLM Taxation, MSA
    Tax Director
    eminnig@pkfmueller.com
    +1 312 975 1646

    Learn more about our State& Local Tax services today at
    https://www.pkfmueller.com/services/tax-services/state-local-tax

    Thank YOU for listening! Visit www.pkfmueller.com for more information about our firm.

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    PKF Mueller is a member firm of the PKF International Limited family of legally independent firms and does not accept any responsibility or liability for the actions or inactions of any individual member or correspondent firm or firms.

    Minimizing M&A Transaction Risk & Current Mid-Market M&A Trends

    Minimizing M&A Transaction Risk & Current Mid-Market M&A Trends

    Join PKF Mueller Partners, Brian P. Sullivan and Drent J. Shields, for insight into what risks companies might face during  M&A deals, how to mitigate those risks during these transactions, and the current trends we see in mid-market M&A deals. 

    For more information, please contact:
    Brian P. Sullivan, CPA
    Partner
    bsullivan@pkfmueller.com
    +1 847 649 8846

    Drent J. Shields, CPA, MBA, CISA, CITP
    Partner
    dshields@pkfmueller.com
    +1 847 649 8815

    Learn more about PKF Mueller's Transaction Services: https://www.pkfmueller.com/services/business-consulting/transaction-services 

    Thank YOU for listening! Visit www.pkfmueller.com for more information about our firm.

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    PKF Mueller is a member firm of the PKF International Limited family of legally independent firms and does not accept any responsibility or liability for the actions or inactions of any individual member or correspondent firm or firms.

    Apportionment & Sourcing Overview: What You Need To Know

    Apportionment & Sourcing Overview: What You Need To Know

     Join PKF Mueller Manager, Chris Benson, for an in-depth interview on apportionment and sourcing. In this episode, he provides insights on what apportionment is, methods used to source revenue, and red flags to look out for.
     
    Contact our State & Local Tax professional today to learn more:

    Chris Benson, CPA
    Manager
    cbenson@pkfmueller.com
    +1 630 524 5267

    Learn more about our State& Local Tax services today at https://www.pkfmueller.com/services/tax-services/state-local-tax

    Thank YOU for listening! Visit www.pkfmueller.com for more information about our firm.

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    PKF Mueller is a member firm of the PKF International Limited family of legally independent firms and does not accept any responsibility or liability for the actions or inactions of any individual member or correspondent firm or firms.

    Accounting In The Construction Industry In Today's COVID Environment

    Accounting In The Construction Industry In Today's COVID Environment

    Join John Bibeau, Partner, and Patrick Conwell, Director, for an in-depth interview on accounting in the construction industry in today's COVID environment. In this episode, they provide insights on the Employee Retention Credit related to the construction industry and the impact of COVID on leases, supply chain, accounts receivables, contract clauses, and WIP schedules.
     
    Contact one of our PKF Mueller professionals today to learn more:

    John A. Bibeau, CPA, CGMA, CCIFP
    Partner
    jbibeau@pkfmueller.com
    +1 708 428 5308 

    Patrick J. Conwell, CPA, CCIFP
    Audit Director
    pconwell@pkfmueller.com
    +1 708 745 3522

    Learn more about our Construction services today at https://www.pkfmueller.com/industries/construction

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    PKF Mueller is a member firm of the PKF International Limited family of legally independent firms and does not accept any responsibility or liability for the actions or inactions of any individual member or correspondent firm or firms.

    Primary Considerations When Determining Taxability for an M&A Transaction

    Primary Considerations When Determining Taxability for an M&A Transaction

     Join Ellen Minnig, Tax Director at PKF Mueller, for an in-depth interview on primary considerations when determining taxability for a merger and acquisition (M&A) transaction. In this episode, Ellen provides insight on primary tax considerations, common challenges and tax consequences, and general benefits and detriments of M&A transactions.

    Contact one of our PKF Mueller professionals today to learn more:

    Ellen Minnig, J.D., LLM Taxation, MSA
    Tax Director
    eminnig@pkfmueller.com
    +1 312 975 1646 

    Thank YOU for listening! Visit www.pkfmueller.com for more information about our firm.

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    PKF Mueller is a member firm of the PKF International Limited family of legally independent firms and does not accept any responsibility or liability for the actions or inactions of any individual member or correspondent firm or firms.

    Business Valuations: Are You Keeping Score?

    Business Valuations: Are You Keeping Score?

    Join David J. Nissen, CEO at PKF Mueller, for an in-depth overview of Business Valuations. With over 40 years of experience under his belt, Dave explains the importance of business valuations, especially for closely-held businesses, and the standards that make up business valuations today.

    “That number (valuation) to me”, said Nissen, “is part of the scorecard that you need to be successful.” So, are you keeping score?

    Contact one of our PKF Mueller professionals today to learn more:

    David J. Nissen, CPA/CVA, ABV
    CEO
    dnissen@pkfmueller.com
    +1 630 524 5274

    Thank YOU for listening! Visit www.pkfmueller.com for more information about our firm.

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    PKF Mueller is a member firm of the PKF International Limited family of legally independent firms and does not accept any responsibility or liability for the actions or inactions of any individual member or correspondent firm or firms.

    Do You Qualify For The Employee Retention Credit?

    Do You Qualify For The Employee Retention Credit?

    Join Kurt Schlup,  Manager, and Dan Patterson, Senior Client Advisory Services Associate at PKF Mueller, for an in-depth interview on the Employee Retention Credit (ERC). In this episode, they provide insight into what the ERC is, what the maximum benefits are, the qualifications for eligibility, and the next steps if you are interested in receiving the ERC benefits.

    Contact our professionals today:

    Kurt Schlup, CPA, MST
    Manager
    kschlup@pkfmueller.com
    +1 847 773 0761

    Dan Patterson, CPA
    Senior Client Advisory Services Associate
    dpatterson@pkfmueller.com
    + 1 847 783 1917

    Learn more about our Client Advisory Service Department Here:
    https://www.pkfmueller.com/services/client-advisory-services 

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    PKF Mueller is a member firm of the PKF International Limited family of legally independent firms and does not accept any responsibility or liability for the actions or inactions of any individual member or correspondent firm or firms.

    Accounting in the Not-For-Profit Industry

    Accounting in the Not-For-Profit Industry

    Join Joshua Bream,  Audit Director, and Tim Koehl, Audit Supervisor at PKF Mueller, for an in-depth interview on accounting in the Not-For-Profit industry. In this episode, they provide insight on trends and challenges not-for-profit organizations are facing and PKF Mueller's approach to assisting clients during post-COVID times.

    Contact our professionals today:

    Joshua Bream, MBA, MSA, CPA, CFE
    Audit Director
    jbream@pkfmueller.com
    +1 312 888 4630

    Tim Koehl, MBA
    Audit Supervisor
    tkoehl@pkfmueller.com
    + 847 649 8173

    Learn more about our Not-For-Profit Niche today at: https://www.pkfmueller.com/industries/not-for-profit 

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    PKF Mueller is a member firm of the PKF International Limited family of legally independent firms and does not accept any responsibility or liability for the actions or inactions of any individual member or correspondent firm or firms.

    PKF Mueller's Not-For-Profit Niche

    PKF Mueller's Not-For-Profit Niche

    Join John Fedus, Audit Partner, and Tim Koehl, Audit Supervisor at PKF Mueller, for an in-depth interview on PKF Mueller's Not-For-Profit Niche. In this episode, they provide insight on who makes up the Not-For-Profit Leadership Team, what services they provide, and their involvement in the Not-For-Profit industry.

    Contact our professionals today:

    John Fedus, CPA
    Audit Partner
    jfedus@pkfmueller.com
    +1 312 445 5882

    Tim Koehl, MBA
    Audit Supervisor
    tkoehl@pkfmueller.com
    + 847 649 8173

    Learn more about our Not-For-Profit Niche today at: https://www.pkfmueller.com/industries/not-for-profit

    Thank YOU for listening! Visit www.pkfmueller.com for more information about our firm.

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    PKF Mueller is a member firm of the PKF International Limited family of legally independent firms and does not accept any responsibility or liability for the actions or inactions of any individual member or correspondent firm or firms.

    Why a Pass-Through Entity Tax Election is Made & Next Steps for a Business Owner

    Why a Pass-Through Entity Tax Election is Made & Next Steps for a Business Owner

    Join Chris Benson, Tax Manager at PKF Mueller, for an in-depth interview on Pass-Through Entity Tax (PTET). In this episode, Chris provides insight on what PTET is, why a PTET election is made, and next steps for a business owner.

    Contact our professional today:

    Chris Benson
    Tax Manager
    cbenson@pkfmueller.com
    +1 630 524 5267

    Learn more about our State and Local Tax services today at: https://www.pkfmueller.com/services/tax-services/state-local-tax

    Thank YOU for listening! Visit www.pkfmueller.com for more information about our firm.

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    PKF Mueller is a member firm of the PKF International Limited family of legally independent firms and does not accept any responsibility or liability for the actions or inactions of any individual member or correspondent firm or firms.

    Financial Performance Management and the LucaNet Solution

    Financial Performance Management and the LucaNet Solution

    In this podcast, we introduce you to business intelligence and the role of a Financial Performance Management (FPM) system, taking you through the struggles that finance departments often face and how LucaNet, a FPM solution, can help make sense of your financial data.

    Contact us:
    1707 N. Randall Road, Suite 200
    Elgin, IL 60123
    PH: +1 847 888 8600
    FAX: +1 847 888 0635
    pkfmuellerservices@pkfmueller.com

    Learn more about our Business Consulting and Business Intelligence services today at https://www.pkfmueller.com/services/business-consulting/business-intelligence-solutions.

    Thank YOU for listening! Visit www.pkfmueller.com for more information about our firm.

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    PKF Mueller is a member firm of the PKF International Limited family of legally independent firms and does not accept any responsibility or liability for the actions or inactions of any individual member or correspondent firm or firms.

    Accounting in the Cannabis Industry and the Broadleaf Solution

    Accounting in the Cannabis Industry and the Broadleaf Solution

    Join Taylor Schuck, Client Advisory Services Manager at PKF Mueller, and Eldon Brown, Chief Executive Officer at Broadleaf, for an in-depth interview on accounting in the cannabis industry and the Broadleaf solution. In this episode, Taylor and Eldon provide insights on the challenges faced and the benefits/value of utilizing Broadleaf as software.

    Get in contact with our professionals today:

    Taylor Schuck, CPA
    Client Advisory Services Manager
    PKF Mueller
    tschuck@pkfmueller.com
    +1 847 649 8814

    Eldon Brown
    Chief Executive Officer
    Broadleaf
    eldon@broadleafcanabis.com
    +1 847 466 6022

    Learn more about our Cannabis services today at: https://www.pkfmueller.com/industries/cannabis

    Thank YOU for listening! Visit www.pkfmueller.com for more information about our firm.

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    PKF Mueller is a member firm of the PKF International Limited family of legally independent firms and does not accept any responsibility or liability for the actions or inactions of any individual member or correspondent firm or firms.

    Taxation of Digital Goods

    Taxation of Digital Goods

    Join Ellen Minnig, Tax Director at PKF Mueller, for an in-depth interview on the taxation of digital goods. In this episode, Ellen provides insight on what digital goods are, key takeaways, and what to expect next.

    Contact our professional today:

    Ellen Minnig, J.D., LLM Taxation, MSA
    Tax Director
    eminnig@pkfmueller.com
    +1 312 975 1646

    Learn more about our State and Local Tax services today at: https://www.pkfmueller.com/services/tax-services/state-local-tax

    Thank YOU for listening! Visit www.pkfmueller.com for more information about our firm.

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    PKF Mueller is a member firm of the PKF International Limited family of legally independent firms and does not accept any responsibility or liability for the actions or inactions of any individual member or correspondent firm or firms.