Fenner, Melstrom & Dooling PLC

06/01/2026

We’re glad to have Vivian Icalla as part of the team at FMD.

Vivian joined FMD in August 2025 and brings 10 years of combined experience in audit, corporate financial accounting, and reporting. She began her career in 2014 as an auditor at a local firm in the Philippines and later moved into corporate accounting within the real estate development industry, where she strengthened her expertise in local tax and financial reporting.

Her background adds valuable perspective to our team, along with a strong foundation in both audit and accounting.

Outside of work, Vivian enjoys watching her favorite shows, playing relaxing games, spending time with family and friends, and hanging out with her pet cats. She is also a music fan who loves attending concerts and discovering new songs to add to her playlist.

05/29/2026

What is an accountant’s favorite kind of story?

𝘖𝘯𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘢 𝘤𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘯 𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘯𝘰 𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘴𝘦 𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴.

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

Their courage, commitment, and selflessness will never be forgotten. As we gather with family, friends, and community this Memorial Day, we remember the true meaning of the day and express our deepest gratitude for those who gave everything to protect our freedom.

From all of us at FMD, we wish you a meaningful Memorial Day.

05/21/2026

When it comes to estate, trust, and gift planning, experience matters, and Alan C. Rudzewicz brings plenty of it.

Alan has more than 40 years of legal experience advising families, business owners, and executives on matters involving estate planning, probate and trust administration, corporate law, business planning, real estate, succession planning, and more. Over the course of his career, he has helped clients navigate both personal and business decisions with care, clarity, and deep expertise.

After retiring from the practice of law at the end of 2020, Alan joined FMD to support clients with trust, estate, and gift planning in collaboration with their legal advisors. His background gives our clients added perspective in an area where thoughtful planning can make a lasting difference.

Alan is a former trust officer at the National Bank of Detroit, currently serves as President of the Financial and Estate Planning Council of Macomb, and sits on the Board of Trustees for De La Salle Collegiate High School.

We are proud to have Alan’s experience, insight, and steady guidance as part of the FMD team.

05/19/2026

A price increase may help your margins, but only if you handle it strategically.

In today’s environment, rising costs are forcing many businesses to reconsider pricing. The challenge is knowing when to raise prices, where to raise them, and how to communicate the change in a way customers will understand. Our recent blog explores the financial and strategic side of pricing decisions and why a careful approach matters more than ever.

https://www.fmdcpas.com/blog-2/2026/4/10/taking-a-strategic-approach-to-price-increases

Rising labor, materials and operating expenses continue to pressure margins across industries. To relieve that pressure, you might consider a price increase. The prices of your products and services should evolve with your business and market conditions while reflecting customer demand. Adjusting pr

05/15/2026

Why was the accountant so calm during tax season?

𝘉𝘦𝘤𝘢𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘱𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘤 𝘪𝘴 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘥𝘦𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦.

05/13/2026

In franchising, success is never one-sided.

The relationship between franchisor and franchisee is built on shared goals, shared risk, and constant coordination. When that relationship is strong, growth follows. When it is strained, the effects can ripple across the entire business.

From compliance and regulation to cash flow, inventory, capital, growth strategy, and succession planning, franchisor and franchisee leaders face no shortage of day-to-day challenges.

That is where FMD comes in.

Our team understands the operational and financial realities behind franchise businesses because we work closely with owners and management teams to solve real problems, not just review numbers. We bring together financial, tax, and operational expertise to help clients make practical decisions, improve performance, and protect long-term value.

FMD supports a wide range of franchise-related businesses, including dealership groups, hospitality concepts, fitness brands, moving and storage companies, pet-related businesses, and insurance agencies.

Our goal is simple: help clients increase earnings and retain more of what they build.

05/07/2026

Layoffs may reduce costs, but they also come with consequences that can impact your business long after the immediate financial pressure has passed.

Before making that kind of decision, business owners should take a hard look at other ways to stabilize cash flow, reduce expenses, and protect the long-term health of the company. From cutting discretionary spending to restructuring operations, there may be options worth considering first.

In this blog, we break down why layoffs should be treated as a last resort, what alternatives may help delay or avoid them, and how to think strategically if workforce reductions become unavoidable.

Read the blog to explore a more thoughtful approach to one of the hardest decisions a business owner can face.

https://www.fmdcpas.com/blog-2/2026/4/9/considering-layoffs-try-these-alternatives-first

It’s every business owner’s least-favorite task: laying off staff. But sometimes, layoffs are unavoidable. Labor costs are a significant line item on most companies’ income statements, and reducing your workforce can potentially help restore stability if your business hits choppy waters. On th...

05/05/2026

We are proud to celebrate Brianna McNamara on being named to Forbes’ Best-In-State CPAs list once again this year.

Being recognized again is a meaningful reflection of Brianna’s continued leadership, professional excellence, and impact within the accounting profession. Her dedication to clients, commitment to the community, and consistent pursuit of high standards make this honor especially well deserved.

We are grateful to have Brianna as part of the FMD team and thrilled to see her recognized among the best in the state once again. Please join us in congratulating her on this outstanding achievement.

05/01/2026

In real estate, the challenges are rarely small.

Cash flow. Debt. Occupancy. Risk. Capital. Succession. Location decisions. Every one of them can impact performance, stability, and long-term value.

That is why real estate owners, managers, and developers need more than surface-level advice. They need a partner who understands the day-to-day realities of the business.

At FMD, we work alongside clients in the real estate space with a hands-on approach grounded in financial, tax, and operational expertise. We take the time to understand how each business runs, what it is up against, and where the opportunities are to improve performance and support growth.

Our team serves a wide range of real estate-related businesses, including multi-tenant properties, office parks, industrial properties, hospitality, retail centers, residential and commercial developers, golf courses, and sports and entertainment facilities.

We do not just look at the numbers. We help clients make practical decisions that move their business forward.