(952) 445-8753
1275 Ramsey Street, #100 Shakopee, MN 55379

For Small Businesses

ESTABLISH GREATER PROFITABILITY AND BUSINESS EFFICIENCY!

Your business’ profitability and operational efficiency are at the center of your business’ success!
Our experience, resources, and attention to detail make our accounting services second-to-none. As an experienced accounting team, we look forward to the opportunity to help transform your business’ financials as we work with you to establish short- and long-term strategies for growth and profitability.

 

Working with us and enlisting our business services could make all the difference!

Whether you need help starting a business, cleaning up your bookkeeping, setting up QuickBooks, handling payroll, or you crave some much-needed business coaching or other strategic consulting, we have been doing this for years, and stay on top of all of the new regulations to help you take the most advantage possible. Legally, and ethically — and profitably.

We work with our clients in a relational way to help them experience the financial success they desire — whether the business is just an idea, relatively new, or a well-established entity. Whether small, large, or in need of some special attention, we have the experience you need so that you can focus on what your business does best.

For Small Businesses

I’ve been going to Roger for over 12 years and can’t say enough good things about the service provided. Tax time is a breeze thanks to Roger and his professional and courteous staff. I highly recommend using Menden Accounting and Tax to anyone.

Alison L

For the past three years you have provided me with exceptional service wouldn’t think about going anywhere else. When I have a question, it’s answered, when I’ve needed something it’s provided in a timely manner. Your staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Keep up the good work! Sincerely

Laura N.

Menden Accounting has responded to any and all inquiries with extreme promptness. The staff at Menden Accounting demonstrate competency while using common language and terminology that non-accountant clients can understand. I never feel like I’m “bothering” someone with a question. Everyone is eager to help and obviously has the client’s best interest in mind when giving advice or guidance.

Michelle M.

Supporting Shakopee, MN Charities? How 2026 OBBBA Charitable Giving Contributions Work

 Quick Answer: Effective for the 2026 tax year, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) establishes a new universal deduction allowing non-itemizers to deduct up to $1,000 ($2,000 for married couples) for qualified cash donations directly from their income. And...
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Calculating Crypto Taxes Simplified For Shakopee, MN Investors

 Quick Answer: Crypto taxes are calculated by subtracting your cost basis from your gross proceeds for each taxable sale, swap, or purchase made with cryptocurrency. The IRS treats crypto as property, so selling crypto, trading one token for another, or...
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How the Secure 2.0 Act Changes Beneficiary IRS Tax Rules For Your Shakopee, MN Heirs

 Quick Answer: Under the SECURE 2.0 beneficiary IRA tax rules, most non-spouse heirs must fully liquidate an inherited IRA within 10 years, with many also facing mandatory annual required minimum distributions (RMDs) if you pass away after age 73. Because...
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Who Can Claim the American Opportunity Tax Credit? Guidance for Shakopee, MN Parents

 Quick Answer: The American Opportunity Tax Credit (AOTC) must be claimed by whoever legally lists the student as a dependent on their federal tax return. If a parent claims the undergraduate, the parent gets the credit; if the student is independent, they...
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2026 Guide to Short-Term Rental Taxes for Shakopee, MN Airbnb & VRBO Hosts

Key TakeawaysYou do not have to pay federal income tax on rental earnings if you rent your home for 14 days or fewer per year and use it personally for more than 14 days (or 10% of the rental period). You will only receive a Form 1099-K if you exceed $20,000 in...
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Do You Get Better Tax Breaks For Being Married, Shakopee, MN Couples?

 Key TakeawaysMost married couples lower their tax liability by choosing the Married Filing Jointly status, which preserves access to deductions that separate filers lose. When there is a significant income gap between partners, combining earnings on a joint...
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The Shakopee, MN Taxpayer’s Guide: How Do I Calculate My Federal Tax Withholding?

Key TakeawaysA large refund is an interest-free loan to the government, while a big bill suggests you are at risk for IRS underpayment penalties. Updating your Form W-4 by late April allows you to spread adjustments across the majority of the year, minimizing the...
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Do You Have to Pay Taxes On Sports Betting? What Shakopee, MN Bettors Need To Know

 Key TakeawaysThe IRS considers all sports betting payouts as ordinary income, regardless of the amount or whether you received a tax form. For the 2026 tax year, you can only deduct 90% of your gambling losses against your winnings, even if you ended the...
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How Does Self-Employment Tax Work For Shakopee, MN Taxpayers Leaving Their 9-to-5?

 Key TakeawaysAs a W-2 employee, you pay half of Social Security and Medicare tax through withholding. As a self-employed taxpayer, you pay both halves through self-employment tax. Self-employment tax is 15.3% of your adjusted net earnings, and you also pay...
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Mistakes Shakopee, MN Taxpayers Should Avoid When Filing For a Federal Tax Extension

Key TakeawaysA federal extension provides six extra months to file, but all taxes owed must still be paid by the April 15th deadline to avoid penalties and interest. For 2026, the IRS assesses a 0.5% monthly failure-to-pay penalty plus 7% annual interest...
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How You’re Missing Legal Tax Deductions

Here’s a certain truth: the State and Federal Government would love to have more of your hard-earned money in their accounts. Sure, even though it’s painful, none of us begrudge paying our legal and fair share of taxes.

But the problem is that regular taxpayers, like you, are missing out on legal and safe deductions, to the tune of hundreds of millions of dollars in unclaimed refunds every year!

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