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Business Valuation Methods

January 13, 2016

There are many reasons a business owner may want or need a business valuation – including negotiating a merger or...

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Key Considerations in Succession Planning

January 11, 2016

Some business owners do not consider the fact that their largest and most important asset is their business. Of course...

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Blair Lock, CEO, Coapt (medical devices)

January 5, 2016

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QHaGUoiGzUw "(It's like) hanging out with a great group of friends..."- Blair Lock, co-founder

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Sikich Named One of Chicago Area’s Top Workplaces

December 16, 2015

Leading professional services firm receives positive feedback from employees NAPERVILLE, Ill. — Dec. 16, 2015 — Sikich LLP, a leading professional...

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Redeliberations on Phase 1 of FASB NFP Financial Statement Exposu...

December 16, 2015

On December 11, 2015, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) discussed the following issues in Phase 1 of redeliberations of...

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Business Valuation Fast Facts

December 11, 2015

Most business owners will have a valuation conducted a handful of times throughout their career. For this reason, there is...

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[How To] 1099 Processing in Dynamics GP

December 10, 2015

Okay, maybe 1099 processing does not make everyone want to sing, but it should not fill you with angst either. First...

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Do You Know if Your Life Insurance Policy is Over-The-Hill?

December 8, 2015

Studies show that most Americans are underinsured. On the same token, I have one client who bought a policy 17...

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Forecast Using a “Planning BOM”

December 2, 2015

Configured products are typically not forecasted on the finished item level because of the great diversity of configurations available. A...

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Dynamics AX 2012 | Purchasing RFQ Functionality Details

December 2, 2015

The Purchasing RFQ is very useful functionality but it is not the easiest to get comfortable with. Some navigations are...

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RMA disposition codes: Impressive Functionality!

December 2, 2015

For the Return Material Authorization transaction, the disposition code is a mandatory entry, but there are different places where one...

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Impact of the Uniform Guidance on the Performance and Reporting o...

December 1, 2015

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Webinar: Controlling Your OPEB Story

December 1, 2015

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Monmouth College Selects Sikich for Audit and Tax

November 4, 2015

Leading professional services firm to perform key audit for Illinois-based college NAPERVILLE, Ill. — Nov. 4, 2015 — Monmouth College has...

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Update on FASB NFP Financial Statement Exposure Draft Project

October 30, 2015

On October 28, 2015, the Board discussed the FASB staff’s summary of feedback received on the proposed Accounting Standards Update,...

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Which Bank Reconciliation Method in Dynamics GP is Right for You?...

October 16, 2015

Whether you are new to Microsoft Dynamics GP or have been processing transactions in Dynamics GP for years, all companies...

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See our Experts Weighing in on How They Helped Cases Move Forward...

October 12, 2015

Dispute Advisory for Government Counties, municipalities and agencies are particularly prone to incidents of fraud and employee dishonesty for many reasons...

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MS15-034 Critical Windows Vulnerability: What You Need to Know No...

October 9, 2015

On April 14, Microsoft released a critical security patch (MS15-034) for the HTTP protocol stack, which is commonly used by...

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Simple screenshots with dual monitors

October 9, 2015

Screenshots need to happen from time to time. For my tips I use them all the time, but many of...

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Free ERP Software isn’t Really Free

October 9, 2015

Every business is different. From processes, culture to revenue, no two companies are ever the same. That presents a challenge...

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The Recipe for NFP Success

October 3, 2015

At Sikich, we focus on the “business” of your not-for-profit organization so that you can focus on your mission and...

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The Power of Mentoring: Unite Business Plan with Succession Plan

October 2, 2015

The owners of many companies launch their enterprises with a business plan — a written document outlining the company’s strategic...

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Sikich Named a Top 100 Firm by IPA

September 30, 2015

NAPERVILLE, Ill. ― Sept. 30, 2015 ― Sikich LLP, a leading professional services firm specializing in accounting, technology and advisory...

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The Biggest Mistake You Don’t Know You’re Making

September 28, 2015

Have you planned for your departure from the business? Most family business owners don’t have a strategy for their exit...

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California Sales Tax Exemption Developments for Manufacturing

September 18, 2015

The manufacturing sector is often one of the most targeted industries by states to grow their economies and increase the...

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Minnesota Sales Tax Exemption Developments for Manufacturing

September 18, 2015

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Sales Tax Exemption Developments for Manufacturing in Florida, Ge...

September 18, 2015

The manufacturing sector is often one of the most targeted industries by states to grow their economies and increase the number...

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Nebraska Sales Tax Exemption Developments for Manufacturing

September 18, 2015

The manufacturing sector is often one of the most targeted industries by states to grow their economies and increase the...

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Sikich Named to Inc. 5000 for 3rd Year in a Row

September 17, 2015

Leading professional services firm announces expansion NAPERVILLE, Ill. — Sept. 17, 2015 — Sikich LLP, a leading professional services firm, was...

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The End of FLP Discounts?

September 16, 2015

Family limited partnerships (“FLPs”) and limited liability companies (“LLCs”) are popular estate planning vehicles. This is because substantial discounts for...