Sales tax gets complicated when you're selling a mix of services, materials, and finished products. This guide breaks down how Minnesota sales tax applies to interior design and construction businesses, from resale certificates to invoicing best practices. Whether you're a designer selling furnishings or a contractor navigating material costs, we'll help you avoid common mistakes and stay compliant.
Read MoreTax season doesn't have to be a scramble. This step-by-step checklist helps small business owners get their books in order, gather the right documents, and avoid last-minute surprises before filing. From bookkeeping cleanup to final pre-filing checks, we cover everything you need to file with confidence.
Read MoreThe Minnesota Secure Choice Retirement Program is coming, and if you employ 5 or more people in Minnesota, it likely affects you. This state-mandated retirement program requires covered employers to facilitate payroll deductions into individual employee IRAs starting in phases between 2026 and 2028. While the program offers a low-cost compliance solution, it may not be the best fit for every business. This guide explains who's covered, when you need to act, what your responsibilities are, and how to decide between the state program and setting up your own retirement plan.
Read MoreBehind every successful design project lies a crucial foundation many creative professionals overlook: proper accounting. Interior design combines creativity with complex business operations, from irregular cash flow and substantial upfront expenses to intricate project cost tracking. With the right financial management systems in place, you can build the structure needed to grow your business confidently while focusing on what you do best.
Read MoreTax laws shift often, and 2025 brings several important updates that could affect individuals, families, and business owners. To make these changes easier to navigate, we’ve created a comprehensive guide that breaks down the highlights of the 2025 New Tax Law Provisions (OBBBA - H.R.1).
Read MoreMinnesota’s new Paid Leave Law goes into effect January 1, 2026—and it’s one of the most significant workplace changes in recent years. Covering up to 20 weeks of paid family and medical leave, the law impacts nearly every employer across the state. From payroll contributions to new notice requirements, preparation starts now. At KeyLin Advisors, we help Minnesota businesses stay compliant, avoid penalties, and plan ahead with confidence.
Read MoreWhether you’re just getting started or looking to refine your processes, this guide will walk you through the essentials of startup bookkeeping.
Read MoreThe Minnesota Provider Tax is a unique tax we pay here in Minnesota that supports others in our great state. Here's what you need to know.
Read MoreThe golden rules of accounting can help you understand debits and credits to support your accounting. Apply these rules for better financial statements.
Read MoreWith our guide to payroll, KeyLin is preparing you and your business for the end of one year and the beginning of the next. Let us help your business thrive.
Read MoreSmall business accounting is the practice of tracking and assessing the financial performance of your small business to understand your profitability and business success.
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