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Carrying credits back? We’ve got your back - June/July 2022
While fixing a CPE shortage isn’t the end of the world, it’s still a compliance mishap. Don’t delay; the noncompliance fees add up.

A look back at the MNCPA’s MBAC22 - August/September 2022
The MNCPA’s premier event for CFOs, financial leaders, internal auditors and business advisers was back this year in a new format and new venue.

2022 legislative session review - August/September 2022
Find out about key issues the MNCPA is monitoring at the Capitol. Stay current on legislative news and events with stories, tips and grassroots involvement.

Automatic CPA certificate revocation is a thing of the past - August/September 2022
Legislation passed in 2022 eliminates the automatic revocations requirement after two years of not renewing and allows the lapsed certificate to show up as expired.

Forgetting firm permit renewal: How bad is it? - December 2022/January 2023
Forget the small stuff. Here’s why forgetting to renew your firm permit for 2023 is a very big deal.

CPA status options: Can I? Should I? How do I? - September 2021
Whether you’re changing your CPA status from inactive to active or vice versa, the most important part is getting the answer right.

MNCPA to explore broadening CPA licensure options - February/March 2023
The board approved an initiative to draft legislation to broaden options to CPA licensure requirements in Minnesota while maintaining rigorous testing requirements.

CPA exam set to change in 2024 - February/March 2023
Spread the word! For those who have already taken one or multiple parts of the exam, encourage them to complete (and pass) all four sections of the current exam to get ahead of the change.

What’s in a name? Turns out, a lot - February/March 2023
The BOA has spelled out rules regarding how a firm can be named in Minnesota Rules 1105.6300 and 6400. We’ll break it down for you right here.

CPA Evolution explained - June/July 2023
By now you’ve heard the CPA Exam will be changing — some may even say evolving. In fact, the change is called CPA Evolution. Let’s examine how the exam is changing and how to plan for the changes.

Corporate CPAs want the deets on active vs inactive - August/September 2023
Learn about important news from the Minnesota Board of Accountancy. Monthly topics include rules, CPE requirements, CPA exam information, licensing, and more.

CPA firms: Expect the unexpected - December 2021/January 2022
Don’t forget to incorporate the BOA rules into your succession-planning discussion. Doing so will help you to avoid complications, especially if non-CPA owners are involved.

The case of the double Czech - February/March 2022
MNCPA member Chuck Selcer shares his knowledge about ethics requirements and laws with unique humorous fictitious stories.

Renew and report by Dec. 31 - October/November 2023
Learn about important news from the Minnesota Board of Accountancy. Monthly topics include rules, CPE requirements, CPA exam information, licensing, and more.

What are you waiting for? Renew and report already! - October/November 2022
The the BOA encourages CPAs to renew and report as soon as possible. Doing so ensures that mistakes can be caught and fixed ahead of Dec. 31.

Firm permit renewal is a very big deal - November 2021
Without a permit, a firm cannot operate or advertise as a CPA firm, nor perform compilations, audits or other attest services.

What are your record retention rights? - December 2019/January 2020
Learn about important news from the Minnesota Board of Accountancy. Monthly topics include rules, CPE requirements, CPA exam information, licensing, and more.

Understand firm ownership when the unexpected strikes - February/March 2020
Learn about important news from the Minnesota Board of Accountancy. Monthly topics include rules, CPE requirements, CPA exam information, licensing, and more.

Get to know the mission behind the Minnesota Board of Accountancy - February/March 2022
Charles Selcer, MNCPA member and the BOA’s new chair, shares the important work being done by the BOA.

Making a move? Don’t forget about your CPA certificate - August 2020
Learn about important news from the Minnesota Board of Accountancy. Monthly topics include rules, CPE requirements, CPA exam information, licensing, and more.

Minnesota BOA adopts rules package - December 2023/January 2024
Learn about important news from the Minnesota Board of Accountancy. Monthly topics include rules, CPE requirements, CPA exam information, licensing, and more.

Welcome to retirement! Ensure your CPA certificate is good to go - April 2021
Learn about important news from the Minnesota Board of Accountancy. Monthly topics include rules, CPE requirements, CPA exam information, licensing, and more.

Keep the CPE flowing ahead of June 30 - April/May 2022
Stay in the know with this helpful flowchart that outlines CPE requirements and certificate renewal information.

Don’t be scared! Renew and report before Dec. 31 - October 2021
Make no bones about it, Dec. 31 is your deadline for renewing and reporting to the BOA. Miss it and you’re out of compliance.

Preparing for CPE compliance - April/May 2024
Learn about important news from the Minnesota Board of Accountancy. Monthly topics include rules, CPE requirements, CPA exam information, licensing, and more.

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