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What is Your Manufacturing Company’s Worth?

October 30, 2024

A business valuation professional can provide an objective estimate of your manufacturing company’s worth. This can be beneficial not only if you’re selling your business but also if you’re seeking financing, drafting a buy-sell agreement or estate planning.

M&A Activity in 2024

September 6, 2024

Understand the M&A trends in 2024 and how businesses are leveraging these opportunities to strengthen their market position.

New Olsen Thielen Principals Elected

September 3, 2024

Olsen Thielen has elected four new principals to our firm leadership including: Rob Mathewson, Tony Oman, Charlie Sparks, and Carrie Sundberg.

A Non-Controlling Shareholder Can Sell Private Company Stock

July 9, 2024

Selling private company stock can be challenging for a non-controlling shareholder. This article explores the critical considerations, from understanding company restrictions to finding the right buyers and planning for taxes.

How Much Is My Business Worth?

March 27, 2024

PODCAST: Selling your business? Planning your retirement? Strategic planning? Want a better understanding of the worth of your business? There are many reasons why a business owner would benefit from having a Business Valuation performed.

I Want Out: Planning Your Exit with Randy Krivo

January 23, 2024

Considering selling your business? Check out the latest Q&A Over Coffee podcast episode I Want Out: Planning Your Exit with our guest Randy Krivo, Senior M&A Advisor at True North Mergers & Acquisitions to begin thinking about next steps when you determine it may be time to retire or sell

M&A Transactions & Taxes

October 18, 2023

If your business is considering merging with or acquiring another business, it’s important to understand how the transaction will be taxed under current law.

Getting a Divorce?

October 10, 2023

If you’re getting a divorce, you know it’s a stressful time. But if you’re a business owner, tax issues can cause more stress. We can help you plan for the best post-divorce tax outcome.

Updated Buy-Sell Agreement

March 30, 2022

An updated buy-sell agreement is a critical tool for owners of closely held manufacturing companies. It ensures an orderly ownership and management transition when an owner dies, becomes disabled, or otherwise leaves the company.

Olsen Thielen Advises on Telecom Merger

October 29, 2021

Olsen Thielen CPAs & Advisors (OT) is pleased to announce it has advised on the successful three-way telecom merger between Fiber Minnesota LLC (FM), a spin-off of fiber network operator Cooperative Network Services (CNS), and two other transport carriers: Broadband Visions and Southern Minnesota Broadband.

Olsen Thielen Celebrates 100 Years

March 9, 2021

Nearly 100 years ago, Olsen Thielen was founded on the belief that personal attention, trust, and quality service were the key elements to helping our clients succeed, and that commitment remains. commitment to their clients and their community.

Should You Elect the Alternate Valuation Date for Estate Tax?

July 27, 2020

Taxes on the transfer of wealth upon death can be substantial. The tax burden, which is typically based on the value of the estate assets on the date of death, can be additionally painful if the value of the transferred assets declines in value after the date of death.

Succession Plan for Family Business

May 16, 2019

Owners of a family-owned business many times underestimate the need for a succession plan for their family business. The thinking may be "we’re a family business and there'll always be a family member here to keep the company going and no one will stand in the way."

Scott Hoyles Receives ABV Designation

February 9, 2017

Olsen Thielen is happy to announce that one of our Tax Principals, Scott Hoyles, has been awarded the Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV) designation from the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).

Do You Know How Much Your Business is Worth?

October 24, 2016

As the owner of a small or closely-held business you likely consider your enterprise to be your life’s work. It is an area you have poured tremendous time, energy, and money into to build an important portion of the legacy you will leave behind.