Rochester Tax Planning
At Smith Schafer’s Rochester office, we work with business owners to create a tax plan so you can achieve your financial goals.
There is a lot at stake when it comes to tax.
Our Rochester office experts can evaluate your situation, and recommend the best approach to lower tax liability, maximize savings from allowable deductions and take advantage of available tax credits so you can focus on growing your business.
Our Experience
Smith Schafer was founded in Rochester, MN, in 1971. We have over 50 years of tax expertise, and our experts can help you take advantage of the many tax-saving opportunities available. Our recommendations consider your short-term burdens and long-term goals and are designed to enhance your business profitability.
Business Tax Services:
We provide comprehensive services that guide clients through the tax planning process.
- Business Tax Filing & Compliance
- Tax Planning & Projections
- Tax Credit Analysis & Preparation
- Cost Segregation Studies
- Corporate Structuring & Restructuring
- Choice of Entity Planning
- Estate Planning
- IRS/State Tax Representation
- Merger & Acquisition
- State & Local Tax – Nexus Studies
Our Rochester professionals can provide effective tax strategies, coordinated and executed based on your unique situation.
Business Tax Resources
Minnesota Frontline Worker Payments
he Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry is currently developing an online application system for eligible workers to apply for a bonus payment. There will be a 45-day application period and a 15-day appeal period for denied applications.
Reduced Unemployment Tax Rates & Replenishing the State Unemployment Fund
You may have noticed your Minnesota unemployment tax rate increased this year. Due to the high claims and benefits payouts during the pandemic, the state’s unemployment reserves were depleted and were in deficit
Minnesota Sales & Use Tax Law Changes for 2021-2022
Sales and use taxes can be the most complicated tax obligations for many businesses. Generally, local sales tax should be charged to customers on all sales made in a local taxing area unless the customer provides an exemption certificate.
