Lee Dobbins honored with Pete Hegener Leadership Award Lee Dobbins, shareholder at Dean, Mean, Minton and Moore, was honored with the prestigious Pete Hegener Leadership Award by the Economic Development Council of St. Lucie County (EDC) at its 11th annual leadership dinner on May 8. The award is presented annually to a dedicated business leader [...]
Corrick Retires from Dean Mead Dennis G. Corrick, Shareholder and Attorney with Dean Mead, has officially announced his retirement after an illustrious career spanning nearly 27 years in the legal field. Widely respected for his exceptional contributions and unwavering dedication, Dennis has built a legacy through his efforts in addressing the issues facing owners of [...]
CTA Beneficial Ownership Information reports due The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) went into effect on January 1, 2024, requesting every "Reporting Company" in the U.S. to file a Beneficial Ownership Information Report (BOI Report) with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). The CTA and its regulations are voluminous. This serves as a reminder of some [...]
FLPs as option for family-owned businesses? Are you a family-owned business looking to maximize tax benefits and protect your assets? Consider the advantages of Family Limited Partnerships (FLPs). FLPs are a popular estate planning tool that allows family members to pool their resources and jointly own assets while enjoying tax benefits and asset protection. Some benefits [...]
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Michael D. Minton Honored As Tax Attorney of the Year Dean Mead Attorney and Shareholder Michael D. Minton was honored by The Florida Bar Tax Section as the 2023 - 2024 Gerald T. Hart Outstanding Tax Attorney of the Year at the Section's meeting in Orlando, Florida. He is the first resident from the Treasure [...]
Starting and running a business requires making many important decisions. The very first decision faced by many business owners is what kind of entity should be formed to operate their business. In Florida, there are a number of available options. While the decision can be daunting, the variety in flavor of business entities provides the opportunity to choose a type of entity suited to your particular needs. In determining which entity is right for you, there are many tax and non-tax factors to take into consideration.