About Matt
Matt Cantlon joined the Hawkins Ash CPAs team at the firm’s Rochester, MN, location in 2017 with several years of experience in public accounting. In his current role as a tax supervisor, Matt focuses on working with businesses, estates, individuals and trusts.
“I enjoy working with clients to help them achieve the best possible tax outcomes. I also like learning about tax laws and regulations, both new and current.”
Matt Cantlon, CPA
Areas of Focus
Businesses
Individuals
Estates
Trust
Education
Bachelor of Science, Accounting, University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Professional Affiliations
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Minnesota Society of CPAs
Community Organizations
Rochester Rotary Club
Recent Posts by Matt

Help When Needed: Apply the Research Credit Against Payroll Taxes
Here’s an interesting option if your small company or start-up business is planning to claim the research tax credit. Subject
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Taking the Opposite Approach: Ways Your Business Can Accelerate Taxable Income and Defer Deductions
Typically, businesses want to delay recognition of taxable income into future years and accelerate deductions into the current year. But
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Businesses Can Show Appreciation — And Gain Tax Breaks — With Holiday Gifts and Parties
At this time of year, your business may want to show its gratitude to employees and customers by giving them
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Safeguarding Your Critical Documents
So many of the documents we all use in our personal lives these days are digital. However, there are still
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5 Key Points About Bonus Depreciation
Like most business owners, you’ve probably heard about 100% bonus depreciation. It’s available for a wide range of qualifying asset
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Bolster Wealth Management With Trusts
Trusts can be a useful tool for affluent individuals and families when it comes to wealth management, protection and growth.
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What’s Your Financial Personality?
We all want to keep our finances on track, but doing so can be difficult without a clearly expressed plan.
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College Savings Showdown: 529s vs. Roth IRAs
Many people assume that a 529 plan is the ideal college savings tool, but other vehicles can help parents save
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Every Business Owner Needs an Exit Strategy
As a business owner, you have to keep your eye on your company’s income and expenses and applicable tax breaks.
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