Minneapolis Tax Compliance

With the speed of change in the tax and accounting laws in Minnesota, it may be difficult for business owners to stay on top of changes both to the laws and their applications in tax filing. Smith Schafer’s Minneapolis team will work closely with you to evaluate your situation and recommend the best approach to tax compliance.

Your Source for Tax Compliance Services

Our Minneapolis tax 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 capabilities are tailored to the specific needs of each client, drawn from specialized services that include: use the same as here

Minneapolis Tax Compliance Services:

Corporate Tax Preparation

S-Corp Tax Preparation

Partnerships & LLCS

Estate & Gift Tax Returns

Sales & Use Tax Reporting

State & Local Tax

IRS/State Tax Representation

Our Experience

We opened a Maplewood location in the 1980s. In 2007, an acquisition led to the opening of an Edina office location. We combined our Edina and Maplewood offices in October 2016. Our Minneapolis CPA office is located in the Valley Square Corporate Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Our firm has 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.

Our Minneapolis CPA team can provide effective tax strategies, coordinated and executed based on your unique situation.

Business Tax Resources

Year-End Payroll & Reporting Guide

Year-end is the time to finish out one year while planning for the next. As the end of 2021 approaches, we want to remind you of various payroll and Form 1099 related changes, as well as other items to consider when processing your year-end forms.

Reporting Deadline Approaching: Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI)

The filing deadline for BOI reporting is January 1, 2025 for entities formed prior to 2024. BOI information needs to be submitted to FinCEN by that date or entities may face penalties of $591 per day.

Tax Planning: Tips from Experts

Tax planning is a vital component of a successful business. A tax plan should be a component of your overall financial goals.

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“I have worked with Jason Boynton for several years. He has consistently provided exceptional service and advice always delivered in a timely, pleasant manner.”

“Smith Schafer always makes everything go smoothly. They were recommended to us by our community bank. We have been using their services for many years for our small business and personal taxes. We always feel well taken care of and that we are receiving the best advice, direction, information and tax preparation."

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“The relationship we have built over the years with the staff at Smith Schafer is one that can never be replaced. They are quick with helping us figure anything out, always willing to pick up the phone and walk us through any problem we are having. Also they are just all so friendly and kind!"

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