About Charlie

Charlie Wendlandt joined the Hawkins Ash CPAs in 2011. As a manager, his main responsibilities include planning, test of transactions and preparation of financial statements for ERISA audits during non-tax season. During tax season he works with compilations and reviews and the preparation of corporate tax returns. Charlie is the Marshfield office representative on the firm’s A&A Committee. He serves as co-chairperson of the firm’s Employee Benefit Plan Service Group.

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Recent Articles by Charlie

Home’s Where a Tax Break Might Be

If you own a home, the interest you pay on your home mortgage may provide a tax break in the
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Is It Time for a Cost Segregation Study?

Because of the economic impact of the COVID-19 crisis, many companies may want to conserve cash and not buy much
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Don’t Forget about the Payroll Tax Credit

For many businesses, retaining employees has been difficult, if not impossible. If your company has been able to keep all
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Families First Coronavirus Response Act and Retirement Plans

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) requires certain employers to provide employees with paid sick leave or expanded family
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Reviewing Business Meal Expenses Under Today’s Tax Rules

As the world battles coronavirus (COVID-19), companies aren’t doing much “wining and dining” of customers, prospects, vendors or employees. But
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Determining an Employee’s “Home” for Reimbursement Purposes

Despite the prevalence of web-based meetings, many of today’s businesses still have plenty of employees who travel. If you still
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ERISA Record Retention

Do you know why the question of, “What came first, the chicken or the egg?” continues to be debated after
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Defining Retirement Plan Compensation

When it comes to administering your retirement plan, determining compensation for each participant can be confusing. Compensation is routinely near
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IRS Reminds Employers of Expanded and Modified Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC)

WOTC allows employers that hire members of targeted groups who face employment barriers to claim a credit against income tax
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4 Common Mistakes When Applying for Financial Aid

Given the astronomical cost of college, even well-off parents should consider applying for financial aid. A single misstep, however, can
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