Charlie Wendlandt

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.

Community Organizations

Marshfield Young Professionals, Member

Recent Articles by Charlie

Secure 2.0 Law May Make You More Secure in Retirement

A new law was recently signed that will help Americans save more for retirement, although many of the provisions don’t
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Are You at Risk of Retirement Plan Leakage?

Generally, the term “leakage” has negative connotations. So, it’s not surprising that the same is true in the context of
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Environmental, Social, and Governance Investing and 401(k) Plans

What is Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Investing? ESG investing refers to a set of standards for a company’s behavior
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Medicare Premiums May Lower Your Taxes

Do you pay premiums for Medicare health insurance? If so, you may be able to combine them with other qualifying
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What to Do About Fraudulent a Credit or Debit Card Charge

It’s an awful feeling to learn that someone has used your credit or debit card to make fraudulent charges. Whether
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Gig Workers: Here Comes an Estimated Tax Deadline

If you’re a gig worker or otherwise self-employed, and you don’t have taxes withheld from a paycheck, you likely have
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Reducing Time Lost in Audit Translation

Without any help, the process of preparing for and going through an audit of a retirement plan can be time
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Claiming a Theft Loss Deduction if Your Business Is the Victim of Embezzlement

Because A business may be able to claim a federal income tax deduction for a theft loss. But does embezzlement
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Reduce Your Tax Bill With the R&D Tax Credit

The Research and Development (R&D) Tax Credit remains one of the best opportunities for businesses to substantially reduce their tax
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Podcast: Research and Development Tax Credit, Part 3

Previously we talked about the benefits of the R&D tax credit, and how it is one of the most substantial
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