Are you getting inconsistent information on what’s needed regarding ownership structure, pass-through entity reporting, and FSA’s September 15, 2026 deadline? You’re not alone. Straight Talk
For many business owners, valuation only becomes urgent when something major happens: a sale opportunity, shareholder dispute, death, divorce, ownership transition, or unexpected tax concern.
The IRS has increased the optional standard mileage rates for the second half of 2026 in response to rising fuel costs. The revised rates apply
For the past several years, food and beverage manufacturers, agribusinesses, and other importers have absorbed higher costs driven by tariffs, supply chain disruptions, and ongoing
As founder-led companies grow, simple pay arrangements can become complicated. New non-family leaders join, the next generation steps in, and the business becomes more professionalized.
Families already have several ways to save for a child’s future, from 529 plans to Roth IRAs and custodial accounts. Trump Accounts add a new
By: Emma Hill, Pinion Financial Institutions Advisor Access to reliable child care remains a major workforce challenge for Kansas employers and working families. With the
For many manufacturing and construction leaders, the hardest part of the job is not making decisions, it is making them confidently and with limited space
There is a specific, frustrating paradox that hits successful businesses right as they enter their next phase of growth. On paper, revenue is up, sales
Cybersecurity is often viewed as an IT responsibility—but that perspective has been proven outdated. Today’s cyber risks extend far beyond technology systems, impacting operations, supply
Can you afford to take a hit to revenue right now? During downturns most manufacturers ask us where they can find opportunities to optimize or
Leadership transitions are inevitable in manufacturing — whether driven by planned retirement, a role change, or an unexpected event. What distinguishes a smooth transition from
Farm Bill Clears the House, but Senate Dynamics Cloud Its Future The House of Representatives narrowly passed its version of the farm bill (Farm, Food,
The IRS issued an increase in the standard mileage rates for business travel, effective January 1, 2026. While the IRS states that standard mileage rates
According to a recent study, nearly 98% of companies now disclose some form of sustainability information. This is a clear signal that data-driven accountability has
There’s no ‘I’ in team. It’s more than a motivational cliché. In a complex operation, it’s a reminder that success doesn’t come from one department
When the One Big Beautiful Bill passed in July 2025, it restored immediate expensing for domestic research and development (R&D) work under Section 174. That
