BREAKING NEWS

BMF Akron Office Closure Beginning May 1

Beginning May 1, our Akron Office will be closed to the public for renovations but will remain available to assist you. Contact your BMF Advisor or call 330.762.9785 to speak with someone who can help. We anticipate renovations taking several weeks, so stay tuned for updates!

Articles & Publications

Marie Lenarduzzi Joins BMF as Partner

We are excited to welcome Marie E. Lenarduzzi, CPA, as a Partner in the firm. Marie began her career in accounting at a Big 4 Firm, honing her skills in auditing, tax planning and corporate consulting. She later transitioned. Read More >>

In Memory of Our Partner, Melissa Dunham

It is with the heaviest of hearts that we write this news. We are devastated by the shocking and tragic news of the deaths of Melissa Dunham and her family. Melissa was an esteemed member of the BMF leadership. Read More >>

Remaining Independent in a Consolidating Profession

BMF’s status as an independent firm continues to give us a competitive advantage in serving our clients and in attracting and retaining the top-tier talent our clients rely upon. Clients want to know that we’re working alongside them in. Read More >>

Stephen Mazza Joins BMF as Partner

We are pleased to welcome Stephen A. Mazza, CPA, as a Partner in the firm. Steve has spent nearly his entire career at a regional accounting firm, joining immediately after graduation in 2011 from The University of Akron. Throughout. Read More >>

IRS Issues Guidance Around Extended Tax Filing Deadline

On March 17 the IRS announced an automatic postponement of the tax filing deadline from April 15 to May 17 “to help taxpayers navigate the unusual circumstances related to the pandemic, while also working on important tax administration responsibilities.”. Read More >>

2021 Client Letter: A Year in Review

view PDF Dear Clients, Friends and Community Partners, For the first time in over 25 years, our annual client letter has both a new look and a new voice. This is the first year we’re coming to you by. Read More >>

Four Promoted to New Director Roles

In addition to our new organizational leadership structure which took effect January 1, 2021, we have created a new Director role and appointed four leaders within the firm to hold these positions. Karen Costantini, Cindy Mitchell and Tara Shulas. Read More >>

Keith Libman Receives 2020 Gries Family Award for Community Leadership

We are pleased to announce that Keith J. Libman, CPA, has received the 2020 Gries Family Award for Community Leadership by the Jewish Federation of Cleveland. This prestigious award is presented annually to an outstanding leader who has made. Read More >>

Opportunities and Implications of the Business Law & Tax Changes in Response to COVID-19

Tod Wagner discusses tax planning in the current environment, including tax law changes and extensions in response to COVID-19. Read More >>

Paycheck Protection Program: Taxability of Loan Forgiveness

On April 30, 2020, the IRS released additional guidance in Notice 2020-32 regarding the tax treatment of amounts forgiven under the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans, which are a key part of the CARES Act. According to this new. Read More >>