Nelson & Associates, CPAs

10/03/2026

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a reminder to prioritize your health and encourage the women you love to do the same.

As a two-time breast cancer thriver, Michelle Nelson knows firsthand the importance of early detection. This month, we encourage mothers, daughters, sisters, aunts, friends, and colleagues to stay proactive and schedule recommended screenings.

Make the appointment. Remind someone you love.

09/04/2026

As the tax filing deadline fades into the background, it's easy to assume scam activity slows down as well. Unfortunately, the opposite is often true.
Late summer and early fall are busy months for taxpayers who requested filing extensions, business owners preparing financial information, and accounting firms working toward extension deadlines. Cybercriminals know this, and they use it to their advantage.

Read more on our blog: https://moncpas.com/think-before-you-click-why-tax-related-phishing-scams-spike-before-extension-season

08/31/2026

What Happens When Your Books Fall Behind?

It's not always obvious.

Bookkeeping rarely becomes a problem overnight. More often, it starts with a few transactions that don't
get recorded, an account that doesn't get reconciled, or receipts that are set aside for "later." As weeks
turn into months, the financial picture becomes less reliable.

That affects more than tax preparation.

You may delay purchasing equipment because you're unsure what cash is truly available. You might
hesitate to hire because you don't have confidence in your current profitability. Or you could miss an
opportunity to adjust estimated tax payments because your year-to-date income isn't accurate.

Clean, current financial records give business owners confidence to act. Whether you're evaluating
growth opportunities, applying for financing, or preparing for year-end tax planning, accurate
bookkeeping provides the reliable information needed to move forward with confidence.

Keeping your books current isn't just an administrative task. It's one of the best ways to ensure your
business decisions are based on facts instead of assumptions.

08/28/2026

Every Business Has Different Financial Challenges. Your CPA Should Recognize That.

No two businesses operate the same way, which is why a one-size-fits-all approach to accounting and
tax planning often falls short.

Whether you're managing a growing company, leading a nonprofit organization, navigating the
construction industry, or planning for your family's financial future, the questions you face require
thoughtful guidance backed by experience.

At Nelson & Associates, CPAs, we provide a broad range of services, including tax planning, accounting,
audit and assurance, outsourced CFO services, nonprofit consulting, business mentoring, and financial
training. More importantly, we tailor those services to your goals, your industry, and your unique
circumstances.

We believe the strongest client relationships are built through ongoing conversations, proactive
planning, and trusted advice that extends well beyond tax season.

Learn more at moncpas.com

08/19/2026

Many teenagers can navigate social media, manage busy schedules, and use technology with ease. Yet when it comes to handling money, many enter adulthood with little practical experience.

The transition from high school to adulthood often comes with important financial decisions. Opening a bank account, managing a paycheck, using a debit or credit card, paying bills, and creating a budget can quickly become overwhelming if these skills were never taught.

Read more on our blog: https://moncpas.com/teaching-teens-about-money-building-financial-confidence-before-adulthood

08/12/2026

𝐀 𝐌𝐢𝐝-𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐁𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐢𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐨𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭

By the middle of the year, your business has generated enough financial data to identify trends that can
influence both profitability and year-end tax planning. The question is whether you're using that
information to make better decisions.

A meaningful mid-year review should go beyond revenue and expenses. It should include questions like:
• Are your gross profit margins consistent across products, services, or jobs?
• Have payroll costs increased faster than revenue?
• Are customers taking longer to pay, creating unnecessary cash flow pressure?
• Is inventory growing faster than sales?
• Are estimated tax payments still aligned with this year's projected income?
• Have you purchased equipment or expanded operations in ways that may create new tax planning
opportunities?

A mid-year financial review isn't about predicting the future. It's about using the information you already
have to make better decisions before the year is over.

Finding these trends now gives you time to respond. Finding them in January only explains what already
happened.

08/06/2026

Women-owned businesses continue to play a significant role in the U.S. economy, accounting for approximately 40% of all businesses nationwide and generating trillions of dollars in annual economic activity. Yet despite this growth, many business owners face a common challenge: building a business that remains financially strong for the long term.

Read more on our blog: https://moncpas.com/women-in-business-financial-strategies-for-long-term-growth-and-stability

08/04/2026

Artificial intelligence is changing the way financial fraud works.

Criminals can now use AI to create convincing voice messages, videos, and emails that appear to come
from a business owner, executive, board member, or other trusted individual. These requests often
involve "confidential" matters or claim a payment must be sent immediately, hoping urgency will
override normal approval procedures.

For construction companies, nonprofits, women-owned businesses, and other small businesses, strong
internal controls remain one of the most effective safeguards.

A few simple practices can significantly reduce risk:
● Never authorize an urgent wire transfer or payment without secondary verification.
● Confirm unexpected payment requests or changes to vendor banking information by calling a
known phone number, not one included in the request.
● Encourage employees to follow established approval procedures, even when a request appears to
come from leadership or seems time sensitive.

Technology continues to evolve, but good financial controls remain one of the best ways to protect your
organization from costly fraud. A few extra minutes spent verifying a request can prevent a significant
financial loss.

07/31/2026

07/27/2026

As the year moves into its second half, many individuals and business owners are focused on day-to-day operations, upcoming projects, and meeting financial goals. Taxes often become a priority later in the year, or worse, during filing season.

The challenge with waiting is that many tax-saving opportunities require action before December 31. By the time tax season arrives, the outcome is largely determined.

Read more on our blog: https://moncpas.com/preparing-for-the-second-half-of-the-year-a-mid-year-tax-planning-checkup