Principal Tahnee Magnus Recognized as Prairie Business Top 25 Women in Business
Brady Martz is proud to celebrate Principal Tahnee Magnus on being named one of Prairie Business magazine’s 2026 Top 25 Women in Business. This prestigious award honors outstanding businesswomen across North Dakota, South Dakota, and western Minnesota who have made significant contributions to their industries and communities. Magnus holds bo
Financial Sustainability: How Nonprofits Can Plan for the Long-Term
Financial sustainability is a growing concern for many nonprofit leaders. Between shifting donor expectations, rising operating costs, and increased competition for grants, organizations are working harder than ever to maintain steady footing. While short-term fundraising often gets the most attention, long-term stability depends on thoughtful planning, reliabl
Understanding the 2026 FinCEN Real Estate Reporting Rule and the Minnesota Disclosure Form
Beginning March 1, 2026, certain residential real estate transactions will carry a new federal reporting requirement. The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), a bureau of the U.S. Treasury, has finalized its Residential Real Estate Reporting Rule, which targets specific non-financed transfers involving legal entities and trusts. For closing agents, se
Strengthening Enterprise Value Before You Need It: A Q&A with Davis Van Roekel
For many business owners, enterprise value represents their largest financial asset. Yet it is often not clearly measured or intentionally aligned with long-term succession goals. While owners concentrate on revenue and daily operations, the overall value of the business can strengthen with focus or gradually decline without it. To explore how business owners c
AML/CFT Compliance in 2026: Staying Ahead of Emerging Threats
As financial crimes grow more sophisticated, financial institutions are entering 2026 under heightened scrutiny around Anti-Money Laundering/Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) compliance. Examiners expect stronger oversight, reliable data, and a clearly defined risk-based approach to identifying unusual activity. For many financial institutions, th
Building the Public Sector Workforce of the Future
Public sector organizations are feeling the pressure of an evolving workplace. Retirements are accelerating, competition for skilled talent is rising, and community expectations are becoming more complex. These shifts mirror the broader changes happening across government. Agencies that invest in forward-looking workforce strategies are better positioned to mai
Strategic Fit in M&A: Beyond the Numbers
Mergers and acquisitions decisions often begin with financial optimism. Teams study valuations, projected synergies, and cash-flow models to understand whether a deal makes sense. Yet many transactions that look strong in early analysis become far more complex once integration starts. In most cases, the difference comes down to strategic fit. How well businesse
Are Credit Card Processing Fees Taxable?
More businesses are adding credit card surcharges, convenience fees, swipe fees, or similar charges to offset processing costs. While these charges may feel separate from the product or service being sold, many states view them as part of the taxable sales price. That can lead to confusion for businesses that treat the surcharge as a […]
Creating a Strategic Roadmap for Value Enhancement in 2026
Rising costs, persistent labor constraints, and evolving customer expectations are forcing business owners to rethink how value is created and protected. Many organizations are busy and growing, yet still find that results lag behind effort. As 2026 gets underway, the challenge is not a lack of ideas, it is a lack of structure that connects […]
Reducing the Impact of Construction Delays on Cost and Schedule
Construction delays are rarely caused by one event. More often, it’s a combination of weather, labor availability, permitting slowdowns, or supply issues that push timelines out. When that happens, the budget often moves with it. Contractors and developers who prepare for these disruptions early tend to be in a stronger position to manage rising costs [&helli