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Accounting August 4, 2026
Nominations Open for Innovation Awards and 40 Under 40 Awards
Nominations are currently being accepted for CPA Practice Advisor's 40 Under 40, 20 Under 40, and Tax & Accounting Tech Innovation Awards.
Accounting July 13, 2026
Nominations Open for 2026 ‘40 Under 40’ and ‘20 Under 40’ Awards
The 40 Under 40 Awards spotlight the top practicing public accountants, educators and thought leaders who are leading their profession. Deadline is Nov. 2, 2026.
General News August 4, 2026
How Much Have Home Prices Changed? Most Metro Areas Are Up
Five percent of metro areas recorded double-digit price gains, unchanged from last quarter.
Taxes August 4, 2026
Form 990: Classifying a School That Hasn’t Opened Yet: Obtaining IRS Approval and What Happens If the IRS Disagrees
An organization with concrete plans can obtain a favorable determination while it is still pre-operational.
CAS August 4, 2026
Helping Clients Make Better Cash Flow Decisions
An advisor's role is not deciding for owners, but revealing how choices impact cash flow before commitments are made.
Accounting August 4, 2026
Massachusetts: Ex-Accountant Gets Federal Prison for Role in Real Estate Scheme
Christine Gendron, 61, was sentenced to six months in federal prison for her role in a $19 million fraud scheme that involved properties in the area.
Taxes August 4, 2026
Tax Court Ruling: When You Can’t Take the IRS at Its Word
The court ruled that the taxpayers failed to prove an IRS error or delay and that verbal advice from an IRS representative is not legally binding.
Payroll August 4, 2026
Report Finds Middle-Class Stability Out of Reach in Every Major U.S. Metro
Across the 50 largest metros, the average estimated middle-class lifestyle threshold is $104,681.
Tax News
Taxes August 4, 2026
Form 990: Classifying a School That Hasn’t Opened Yet: Obtaining IRS Approval and What Happens If the IRS Disagrees
An organization with concrete plans can obtain a favorable determination while it is still pre-operational.
Taxes August 4, 2026
Tax Court Ruling: When You Can’t Take the IRS at Its Word
The court ruled that the taxpayers failed to prove an IRS error or delay and that verbal advice from an IRS representative is not legally binding.
Taxes August 4, 2026
Mamdani: No Regrets About NYC Pied-à-Terre Tax Rollout Amid Pushback
The tax targets secondary homes of non-resident New Yorkers worth more than $5 million. The city sent letters to 17,000 homeowners indicating they might be subject to the tax.
Taxes August 4, 2026
Florida Judge Rules Property Tax Amendment Misleading, Orders Rewrite
The judge ordered the attorney general to rewrite parts of the property tax proposal put out by Gov. Ron DeSantis’ office.
IRS August 3, 2026
Scammers Are Trying to Trick Crypto Holders with Fake IRS Letters
Fraudsters are mailing fake IRS letters to cryptocurrency holders in a scheme using a bogus website that aims to steal taxpayers' personal information and digital assets, IRS-CI said in a fraud alert last week.
Taxes August 3, 2026
About 2,000 People File for Exemptions to NYC Pied-à-Terre Tax Amid Controversial Rollout
Around 2,000 people have filed for an exemption to the New York City pied-à-terre tax—and 4,800 more have at least started the process amid the new levy’s controversial rollout, City Hall said Monday.
IRS August 3, 2026
Blanche Rescinds $1.8B Weaponization Fund; Attorney General Vote to Move Forward
Two GOP holdouts—Sens. John Cornyn, R-Texas, and Thom Tillis, R-N.C.—say they'll vote to confirm acting attorney general Todd Blanche after delay.
Taxes August 3, 2026
Bloomberg Tax Introduces the Next Generation of Bloomberg Tax Provision
Expanded global tax provision capabilities, including support for multinational reporting, non-U.S. statutory tax rates, and multi-currency reporting
Accounting News
Accounting August 4, 2026
Nominations Open for Innovation Awards and 40 Under 40 Awards
Nominations are currently being accepted for CPA Practice Advisor's 40 Under 40, 20 Under 40, and Tax & Accounting Tech Innovation Awards.
Accounting July 13, 2026
Nominations Open for 2026 ‘40 Under 40’ and ‘20 Under 40’ Awards
The 40 Under 40 Awards spotlight the top practicing public accountants, educators and thought leaders who are leading their profession. Deadline is Nov. 2, 2026.
General News August 4, 2026
How Much Have Home Prices Changed? Most Metro Areas Are Up
Five percent of metro areas recorded double-digit price gains, unchanged from last quarter.
Accounting August 4, 2026
Massachusetts: Ex-Accountant Gets Federal Prison for Role in Real Estate Scheme
Christine Gendron, 61, was sentenced to six months in federal prison for her role in a $19 million fraud scheme that involved properties in the area.
Small Business August 4, 2026
Global Business Travel Spending to Hit Record $1.71 Trillion in 2026
The forecast highlights how rising transportation and travel costs are increasingly driving higher industry prices, ahead of the number of trips.
PCAOB August 4, 2026
Ex-PCAOB Chief Auditor Hired By Consulting Firm BRG
Barbara Vanich has joined the global consulting firm's Financial Institution Advisory practice as a managing director in its Washington, D.C. office.
Mergers and Acquisitions August 3, 2026
Frazier & Deeter Acquires Gray, Gray & Gray in Massachusetts
Frazier & Deeter has landed INSIDE Public Accounting top 200 firm Gray, Gray & Gray in a deal that establishes the Atlanta-based top 50 firm's first office location in the Northeast.
Mergers and Acquisitions August 3, 2026
UHY Adds Anderson, Lower, Whitlow in Iowa
Top 30 accounting firm UHY has expanded its presence in Iowa after acquiring Bettendorf-based CPA firm Anderson, Lower, Whitlow PC.
Payroll News
General News August 4, 2026
How Much Have Home Prices Changed? Most Metro Areas Are Up
Five percent of metro areas recorded double-digit price gains, unchanged from last quarter.
Payroll August 4, 2026
Report Finds Middle-Class Stability Out of Reach in Every Major U.S. Metro
Across the 50 largest metros, the average estimated middle-class lifestyle threshold is $104,681.
Small Business August 4, 2026
Global Business Travel Spending to Hit Record $1.71 Trillion in 2026
The forecast highlights how rising transportation and travel costs are increasingly driving higher industry prices, ahead of the number of trips.
Staffing July 31, 2026
87% of Employers Use AI to Hire — But 82% Are Wary of Candidates Doing the Same
AI has become standard in recruiting, but employers are increasingly concerned about candidate authenticity
Small Business July 30, 2026
Foreign Buyers Purchased $45.3 Billion Worth of U.S. Homes from April 2025 to March 2026
This is a 19.1% decrease in the dollar value of homes purchased and a 14% decrease in the number of properties.
Taxes July 30, 2026
Will Trump Accounts Make a Significant Difference in Lives of Young People?
The children who would benefit most from these accounts are least likely to be signed up early, one economist says.
Economy July 30, 2026
Federal Reserve Keeps Interest Rates Steady
The committee voted 9-3 to hold the benchmark federal funds rate in a range of 3.5% to 3.75%.
Benefits July 30, 2026
AARP Issues Warning About Latest Social Security Bill
AARP said the PROMISE bill introduced by Sens. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., Bill Cassidy, R-La., and six other lawmakers would remove public input from its important role in reforming Social Security.
Technology News
IRS August 3, 2026
Scammers Are Trying to Trick Crypto Holders with Fake IRS Letters
Fraudsters are mailing fake IRS letters to cryptocurrency holders in a scheme using a bogus website that aims to steal taxpayers' personal information and digital assets, IRS-CI said in a fraud alert last week.
Firm Management August 3, 2026
Your MFA Might Not Be the Safety Net You Think It Is
A newer phishing technique is bypassing multi-factor authentication without cracking a single password — and accounting firms are a natural target.
Taxes August 3, 2026
Bloomberg Tax Introduces the Next Generation of Bloomberg Tax Provision
Expanded global tax provision capabilities, including support for multinational reporting, non-U.S. statutory tax rates, and multi-currency reporting
Technology July 31, 2026
What to Track When Using Managed Cloud Hosting
Here are several key factors accounting firms should consider more closely when looking at performance.
Staffing July 31, 2026
87% of Employers Use AI to Hire — But 82% Are Wary of Candidates Doing the Same
AI has become standard in recruiting, but employers are increasingly concerned about candidate authenticity
Technology July 31, 2026
LinkedIn is Cracking Down on ‘AI Slop’ with New Reporting Tool
The Microsoft-owned platform on Thursday unveiled a “seems like AI slop” button so users can report posts that appear to be low-quality posts written by AI.
Technology July 31, 2026
Tax Rep Network Launches RepWorks for IRS Representation Practices
RepWorks gives tax professionals a structured, repeatable system for managing representation work with accuracy, consistency, and confidence.
Artificial Intelligence July 30, 2026
Aprio Accredited to Certify Organizations On International AI Governance Standard
As AI moves from experimentation into core business operations, organizations face rising expectations around trust, accountability, and auditability.
Firm Management News
Accounting July 13, 2026
Nominations Open for 2026 ‘40 Under 40’ and ‘20 Under 40’ Awards
The 40 Under 40 Awards spotlight the top practicing public accountants, educators and thought leaders who are leading their profession. Deadline is Nov. 2, 2026.
AICPA August 4, 2026
AICPA and CPA.com Open Applications for 2027 Startup Accelerator
The program helps early-stage technology companies accelerate growth while advancing innovation across the accounting and finance profession.
Mergers and Acquisitions August 3, 2026
Frazier & Deeter Acquires Gray, Gray & Gray in Massachusetts
Frazier & Deeter has landed INSIDE Public Accounting top 200 firm Gray, Gray & Gray in a deal that establishes the Atlanta-based top 50 firm's first office location in the Northeast.
Mergers and Acquisitions August 3, 2026
UHY Adds Anderson, Lower, Whitlow in Iowa
Top 30 accounting firm UHY has expanded its presence in Iowa after acquiring Bettendorf-based CPA firm Anderson, Lower, Whitlow PC.
Staffing August 3, 2026
Beyond the Accountant Shortage: The Skills Shortage Facing CPA Firms
AICPA data shows that accounting enrollment at 4-year colleges and universities rose 8.9% in spring 2026, marking the third consecutive year of growth.
Firm Management August 3, 2026
Your MFA Might Not Be the Safety Net You Think It Is
A newer phishing technique is bypassing multi-factor authentication without cracking a single password — and accounting firms are a natural target.
Firm Management August 3, 2026
Forvis Mazars Relocates Charleston Office to Downtown Location
The firm will host an open house for clients, business leaders, and community members later this fall on Oct. 22.
Technology July 31, 2026
What to Track When Using Managed Cloud Hosting
Here are several key factors accounting firms should consider more closely when looking at performance.
Webinars
June 16, 2026
Archived Webcast: The Post-Busy Season Audit: Turning Pain Points into Progress
This practical webinar helps tax and accounting professionals make sense of what worked—and what didn't—during busy season. You'll identify key operational and workflow challenges, translate lessons learned into actionable improvements, and set the stage for a more efficient, less stressful 2027 busy season.
June 9, 2026
Archived Webinar: Ask Ryan Lazanis Anything
Tax season might be in the rearview mirror, but for many firm owners, the sprint never ends. If you feel like your firm is running you, instead of the other way around, bring your questions to Ryan Lazanis, CPA, of Future Firm Accelerate in this “Ask Me Anything” webinar.
May 28, 2026
Archived Webcast: Why Post–Tax Season is the perfect time to move your firm to the cloud
As another tax season wraps up, many smaller tax prep firms are left reflecting on what slowed them down: system crashes, limited remote access, hardware issues, or constantly troubleshooting outdated on‑premise tax software. If these pain points feel familiar, then this is the right time to explore a move to a modern cloud‑based tax platform.
March 26, 2026
Archived Webinar: Becoming a Modern Firm: The 5 Stages of Development
What separates high-performing, future-ready accounting firms from those struggling to keep up?