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Driven by personal passions, Abdo professionals dive deep into their individual areas of expertise and distill their knowledge to keep you fully informed.
Accounting for election judge pay: What Minnesota cities need to know
As we approach another busy election season, here are some basic items to remember about election judge wages.
A call to CPAs: Step into nonprofit leadership
In this article, Joe Wallis explains the challenges nonprofit organizations are facing right now and the unique opportunity CPAs have to step up in their communities.
The subtle but huge shift in accounting software you may not notice
For many organizations, accounting software isn’t something you think about until you’ve hit a wall with your current system. What worked perfectly a few years ago eventually becomes outdated. Software is the same way: it gets old, slows down, and stops working the way you need it to. The surprising part? You may already be at this point and not even realize it.
Sustainable independence: Our commitment to stewardship
In this article, Abdo Managing Partner Steve McDonald sheds light on what stewardship looks like at Abdo—and why it matters for the future.
Potential tariff refund opportunity: What importers should know
In this article, Abdo Manufacturing advisor and leader Tyler Petzel urges businesses to find out if they qualify for a recent Supreme Court decision offering U.S. importers the opportunity to potentially recover unauthorized tariffs.
Maximizing DAF gifts: 5 practical tips for nonprofit leaders
Maximizing on DAF gifts is a largely untapped fundraising opportunity for many nonprofits. In this article, Abdo Partner Steve Anseth, shares 5 tips for nonprofit leaders to better position their organization to receive DAF gifts.
5 ways Minnesota school districts can streamline their 2026 audits
In this article, Abdo partner and government advisor Justin Nilson highlights five things Minnesota school districts can do now to streamline their 2026 audits.
Why budgeting software is essential for all cities
Managing your city’s budget can be a complicated process. Thankfully, software exists that can streamline your city’s budgeting process and more. In this article, Abdo partner and government advisor Jodi Bursheim sheds light on the benefits of budgeting software for all cities.
A quick guide to Minnesota’s new cybersecurity funding and compliance requirements
In 2024, to bolster the state’s cyber defenses, the Minnesota Legislature passed a law requiring public agencies to report certain cybersecurity incidents. To help you better understand these enhanced cybersecurity requirements—and available cybersecurity funding and support—Abdo Financial Solutions Partner Jean McGann spotlights what you should know.
Fraud is a crime, not a sector: A Q&A on protecting our nonprofits’ missions
In this Q&A, Abdo partners Darin Styles, CFE, and Joe Wallis share practical steps leaders can take to prevent fraud, strengthen trust, and keep the focus where it belongs: on mission and community.
New and improved Section 1202: How could you benefit?
In this article, Abdo senior manager Derek Bostrom and partner Matt Ringwelski highlight how you could leverage the recently enhanced Section 1202 Qualified Small Business Stock exclusion.
Important tax considerations for selling your business under OBBBA
Enacted on July 4, 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBBA) brought significant changes to the business landscape. In this article, Abdo Partner and Manufacturing leader Tyler Petzel and Senior Manager Derek Bostrom highlight the key tax areas of the OBBBA that are essential to consider before and after selling your business.