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Back-To-School Reminders for Iowa Parents
Don’t forget about Iowa’s Tuition & Textbook Tax Credit. You may be able to claim a credit for qualifying K-12 education expenses, including: Tuition Required

2026 Mileage Rate for Business Owners
The IRS has announced a mid-year increase to the standard business mileage rate due to rising fuel costs. Effective July 1, 2026: Business mileage: 76¢

2026 Charitable Deduction
Beginning in 2026, you may be able to receive a tax benefit for charitable giving, even if you don’t itemize deductions. Taxpayers who claim the

2026 W-2 & 1099 Updates: A Few Things to Keep on Your Radar
As we look ahead to year-end reporting, now is a great time to make sure your payroll and vendor records are in good shape. A

Trump Accounts: Key Features and Rules
Trump accounts are a new type of tax‑advantaged savings vehicle for children under age 18, created under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). These

Dan Semmler’s Insights on Legacy Nutrient Deductions
Our very own, Dan Semmler, was chosen to be a spotlight partner by BOA Safra Ag. They shared his insightful thoughts regarding Legacy Nutrient Deductions

Important Tax Deduction Opportunity: Deducting Residual Fertilizer
As we move through the growing season, summer is a great time to revisit your farm’s financial strategy and identify opportunities that can improve year-end

The OBBBA: An Overview of Major Provisions
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act became law on July 4, 2025. The new law, which is generally regarded as pro-business, contains significant tax changes

BOI Reporting Update
Corporate Transparency Act — Preliminary Injunction on the Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting RE: Recent Legal Developments Regarding the Corporate Transparency Act — Preliminary Injunction

USDA Disaster Assistance Programs
The USDA’s disaster assistance programs offer critical support to farmers affected by the recent natural disasters. These programs include help with livestock losses, farm loans

Navigating Casualty Loss: IRS Guidelines
An aspect of calculating a casualty loss is determining the decrease in the property’s FMV (fair market value). The IRS instructs taxpayers to calculate this

Disaster Assistance in Iowa: Loans, Grants, and Programs
There are numerous state and federal government programs available to help anyone or any business affected by the storms in numerous counties in Iowa. The

Disaster Extension Deadline
Iowa residents and businesses affected by the storms that began on June 16th now have until November 1st to file federal tax returns and make

Casualty Losses
We are pleased to share insights on casualty loss from our firm manager at the Yankton office, Amanda Smith, offering valuable expertise on this