For many, the phrase “estate planning” evokes images of sprawling mansions and accountants hunched over a computer. For this reason, you might think that this essential preparation process doesn’t apply to you or your family. You might even be under the impression that you don’t need an estate plan at all.  On the contrary, estate […]

By now, QuickBooks has quickly become the ‘must-have’ accounting software for most small business owners. It’s not only highly-rated but highly efficient. Small business owners can count on it for managing invoices, tracking cash flows, paying bills, and more.  In fact, Investopedia ranks QuickBooks as the ‘Best Overall’ accounting software for small businesses, citing that […]

As tax season rolls around, a large portion of the Norfolk population may find it challenging to complete their taxes properly. This becomes especially true as more people venture out of the traditional workforce and into self-employment, taking on more complex filing. Of the nearly 25,000 people living in Norfolk, Nebraska, at least 6.5% (or […]

The most important step you can take towards business growth is increasing productivity in your HVAC business and preparing for the future. There are a lot of moving parts in the HVAC industry, from the start of a job to its finish. If time isn’t spent wisely, there’s a lot of room for missed opportunities. […]

Every small business that hopes to extend its legacy needs to consider a buy-sell agreement. A buy-sell agreement will ensure you can protect the continuity of your business if anything happens to you or another shareholder, like disability or death. This kind of agreement removes any ambiguity in the succession plan and the owners’ exit […]

When looking for ways to protect your finances while still ensuring your children receive the best education possible, there’s no better place to start than with a college planning consultant. The truth is, there’s nothing more important than being prepared and planning for your child’s future — especially today as tuition reaches new heights. A […]

The approaching year-end signals the time to start preparing for tax season. Tax preparation and planning allow small businesses to stay ahead of the demands of tax season. For many of these businesses, year-end tax planning may be overwhelming and challenging, tempting you to procrastinate on the work that needs to be done. However, doing […]

As a small business owner, you have spent countless days worrying about your business as you grow it from the ground up. You’ve also likely faced the devastating effects of COVID-19 for almost two years now.  As you focus your time and energy on growing your revenues, growing a team, and working on your personal […]

Chances are, you’ve been worrying about the potential for rising inflation since the pandemic — and what this means for your purchasing power. This may also have you wondering where you should put your money, and you’re not the only one. The truth is, rising inflation is here, and small businesses everywhere are asking for […]

McMill CPAs & Advisors hosted 1st-6th grade children in August 2021 to discover how to be an entrepreneur by learning how to start and run their own business – a lemonade stand. Nearly 60 campers were able to raise $798 for the Norfolk Arts Center!

The campers at Lemonade Camp in 2021 crushed their goal! See details about their day here.

During the summer, McMill CPAs & Advisors host a Lemonade Camp. We teach kindergarten through fifth-grade children to be an entrepreneur by learning how to start and run their own business – a lemonade stand! Here are some photos from the 2020 Lemonade Camp.