De Boer, Baumann & Company, PLC

09/28/2026

Who will lead your construction company when you are ready to step back?

For many owners, that question involves much more than choosing a successor. A successful transition may require years of preparation around leadership development, business value, tax planning, financing, ownership structure, and the company’s dependence on the current owner.

Our latest article looks at the key areas construction company owners should consider when building a succession plan, including how to prepare the next generation of leadership, evaluate funding options, reduce transition risk, and give the plan enough time to work.

At DBC, we help construction company owners assess financial readiness, understand tax considerations, and prepare for ownership transitions with the long-term health of the business in mind.

Read more: https://www.dbccpa.com/2026/09/11/succession-planning-for-construction-company-owners/

By Katie Chrisman / September 11, 2026 Blog, Construction, Featured 288 Views Succession Planning for Construction Company Owners For many construction company owners, the business represents years of hard work, personal relationships, and accumulated value. Deciding who will lead the company in the...

09/25/2026

When financial responsibilities start pulling time away from your mission, it may be time to rethink how your accounting work is handled.

For not-for-profits, growing grant requirements, restricted funds, and board reporting can stretch a small team. Outsourcing some accounting tasks can add support where it’s needed while keeping leadership informed and focused on the organization’s work.

What are the signs that it’s time for help? Read our article:: https://www.dbccpa.com/2026/09/11/when-to-outsource-accounting-for-your-not-for-profit/

Green calculator lies on wooden desk with inscription Accounting outsourcing By Katie Chrisman / September 11, 2026 Blog, Featured, Non-Profit Posts 119 Views When to Outsource Accounting for Your Not-for-Profit Managing the finances of a not-for-profit requires more than recording transactions and....

09/24/2026

The way your farm is structured today can have a major impact on what happens next.

As operations grow, ownership changes occur, or succession planning becomes a priority, entity structure can affect taxes, payroll, liability, financing, and how the business can transition to the next generation.

In our latest article, we look at how sole proprietorships, partnerships, LLCs, S corporations, and C corporations can affect agricultural businesses, along with considerations around land ownership, self-employment taxes, financing, and succession planning.

At DBC, we help agricultural businesses evaluate how entity structure fits into the bigger picture, including tax reporting, cash flow, ownership transitions, and long-term planning.

Read the full article to learn more: https://www.dbccpa.com/2026/09/11/how-farm-entity-structure-can-impact-taxes-and-long-term-planning/

Startup company desk reviewing the different types of business entities. By Katie Chrisman / September 11, 2026 Agriculture Posts, Blog, Featured 170 Views How Farm Entity Structure Can Impact Taxes and Long-Term Planning The legal and tax structure of a farm affects more than how the operation file...

09/24/2026

The way your farm is structured today can have a major impact on what happens next.

As operations grow, ownership changes occur, or succession planning becomes a priority, entity structure can affect taxes, payroll, liability, financing, and how the business can transition to the next generation.

In our latest article, we look at how sole proprietorships, partnerships, LLCs, S corporations, and C corporations can affect agricultural businesses, along with considerations around land ownership, self-employment taxes, financing, and succession planning.

At DBC, we help agricultural businesses evaluate how entity structure fits into the bigger picture, including tax reporting, cash flow, ownership transitions, and long-term planning.

Read the full article to learn more: https://www.dbccpa.com/2026/09/11/how-farm-entity-structure-can-impact-taxes-and-long-term-planning/

Startup company desk reviewing the different types of business entities. By Katie Chrisman / September 11, 2026 Agriculture Posts, Blog, Featured 148 Views How Farm Entity Structure Can Impact Taxes and Long-Term Planning The legal and tax structure of a farm affects more than how the operation file...

09/21/2026

We’re at it again, this time at Calvin University! We hope to connect with many students at the career fair on Wednesday! If you know of any Calvin students who would be interested in hearing about career opportunities at DBC, please share this post with them!

09/17/2026

Applying for financing often starts long before the loan application itself.

For construction companies, lenders want to see more than a healthy backlog. They are looking at the financial picture behind it, including current financial statements, work-in-progress reporting, cash flow, debt obligations, and how well job costs are being managed.

That is why early preparation matters. Cleaning up reporting issues, reviewing WIP schedules, and understanding how the loan will support the business can make the process more efficient and help avoid unnecessary questions along the way.

At DBC, we help construction companies prepare for financing conversations with stronger financial reporting and well-supported documentation.

Read the full article to learn more: https://www.dbccpa.com/2026/09/11/preparing-your-construction-company-for-a-bank-loan/

Businessmen are planning budgets for construction projects, analyzing company financial statements, managing global construction project costs. By Katie Chrisman / September 11, 2026 Blog, Construction, Featured 151 Views Preparing Your Construction Company for a Bank Loan Construction companies oft...

09/14/2026

We will be at the GVSU accounting fair this week! We hope to meet many accounting students to discuss the career opportunities at DBC. Please share this post with any interested students you may know!

09/07/2026

This Labor Day, we celebrate the dedication and hard work of the people who help our businesses, communities, and organizations move forward each day.

We’re especially grateful for our team at DBC and the clients and communities we are proud to serve.

Wishing everyone a safe and relaxing Labor Day!💙

08/25/2026

We recently had our summer all-staff meeting where we had the opportunity to connect and refocus on our mission and goals. We also celebrated the upcoming retirement of our COO, Sue Smolenski! Enjoy your next chapter, Sue!

08/21/2026

Meet Kaileigh Eddy, Partner and leader of DBC’s South Haven office!

Since joining DBC in 2011, Kaileigh has grown alongside the firm, built long-standing client relationships, and taken on increasing leadership responsibilities. In January 2026, she was promoted to Partner and now works closely with small-business owners and individuals throughout the South Haven community.

In addition to providing tax and accounting services, Kaileigh holds investment licenses and assists clients with financial planning, financial projections, and Roth IRA conversion analysis. She especially enjoys helping clients make sense of complex financial matters, evaluate their options, and feel more confident about the decisions ahead.

Outside of the office, Kaileigh enjoys spending time with her husband, Mark, and their large family. Rather than exchanging traditional gifts for birthdays and Christmas, they often choose to invest in shared experiences. Camping and traveling have become some of her family’s favorite ways to spend time together, explore new places, and create lasting memories.

Kaileigh also enjoys hiking, biking, cross-country skiing, downhill skiing, and occasionally playing tourist in her own hometown.

Learn more about Kaileigh, her journey with DBC, and the relationships and experiences that have shaped her career in our latest Employee Spotlight:

https://www.dbccpa.com/2026/07/26/employee-spotlight-kaileigh-eddy/