James R. Haefele named Leading Partner

James R. Haefele named Leading Partner
Effective February 17, 2025, James R. (Jim) Haefele CPA, ABV, CVA, CFF, MAFF assumed the role of Leading Partner. This transition marks a new chapter in our firm’s ongoing commitment to excellence, innovation…
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Join Our Virtual Mastermind for Family-Owned Businesses
The Family Business Exchange: Expert Insights, Real Conversations, Lasting Impact Are you part of a family-owned business looking to connect with other like-minded entrepreneurs? Our monthly Virtual Mastermind…
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Blog: Resisting the Pressure: Managing Family Requests to Join the Business
Family businesses are built on trust, shared values, and a sense of legacy. However, these qualities can also create challenges when family members request to join the company, especially if they lack…
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Key Tax Updates for 2025
New Year, New Updates: Stay informed with the latest tax updates and strategies. Our team at Haefele Flanagan is here to help you navigate the changes and make informed decisions for 2025. BOI Reporting…
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Blog: Family Business – What’s the Real Challenge?
What can hold a family-business back? Unfortunately, it’s not uncommon to see even successful family-owned businesses struggle to grow. When working with our clients, both family and non-family-owned…
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Blog: On the Horizon – GASB Statement No. 103
In 1999, the Government Accounting Standards Board (“GASB”) issued Statement No. 34, Basic Financial Statements – and Management’s Discussion and Analysis – for State and Local Governments. …
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Haefele Flanagan Mourns the Loss of Founder Robert Thomas Haefele
January 22, 2025: Haefele Flanagan is deeply saddened to announce the passing of its founder, Robert (Bob) Thomas Haefele, CPA. A visionary leader and a dedicated professional, Bob Haefele established…
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Super-Catch-Up Retirement Contributions
Starting in 2025, the SECURE 2.0 Act allows eligible participants who are ages sixty to sixty-three to make “super-catch-up contributions” of up to the greater of: $10,000, or 150 percent of the regular…
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Transition Relief for Third-Party Settlement Organizations
The Internal Revenue Service issued Notice 2024-85 PDF providing transition relief for third-party settlement organizations (TPSOs), also known as payment apps and online marketplaces, regarding transactions…
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**IMPORTANT** BOI Reporting Update
On Tuesday, December 3, 2024, a federal district court in Texas issued an order granting a nationwide, preliminary injunction that: (1) enjoins enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and regulations…
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