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Brian Paulson

Brian is the owner of CSI Accounting & Payroll. After earning a double major in Accounting and Financial Management from the University of North Dakota, he joined CSI in 1996 and purchased it in 2002. With decades of experience, Brian now focuses on education: contributing to professional associations and business books, actively participating in continued learning for his team, and, of course, sharing transparent insights on CSI’s website.

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Can You Change Business Entity? Converting a Sole Proprietorship to an S-Corp

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How to Apply for the Minority-Owned Business Certification

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Small Business Certification Requirements & How to Get Certified

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