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Small Business February 16, 2026
Driving Your Firm’s Growth With Intuit Accountant Suite and Intuit Enterprise Suite
Intuit Accountant Suite is a step-up from QuickBooks Online Accountant, which will fully transition to Intuit Accountant Suite at the end of this year.
Technology February 16, 2026
The Decline of Human Intelligence in Tax Strategy: Is AI Replacing Smart Accountants?
While the industry is obsessed with how artificial intelligence will automate tax preparation, it is ignoring a much larger crisis: the decline of human intelligence in tax strategy.
Taxes February 16, 2026
Trump’s Tax Rules Still Unclear to U.S. Clean-Energy Industry
The Trump administration’s interim guidance on clean energy tax credits released Thursday offered some relief to the industry by laying out a manageable path for new projects. But, it still left investors uncertain.
Taxes February 16, 2026
Massachusetts Lawmakers Urged to ‘Opt Out’ of New Federal Tax Policies
Gov. Maura Healey has proposed delaying implementation until next year of what she described as the five “most costliest” changes in the federal tax code created by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
Firm Management February 16, 2026
How to Win Clients Without a Big Marketing Budget
Small accounting firms often have advantages that larger firms cannot easily replicate. The real question is not how to outspend bigger firms. It is how to out-position them.
Staffing February 16, 2026
The AI Skills Gap No One Is Talking About
The technology will continue advancing. Will you be by your people to ensure they have the capacity and training to do the work that technology can't replace?
Payroll February 16, 2026
The Promise and Pitfalls of Lifetime Income in 401(k) Plans
Seven years after Congress gave employers the green light to add lifetime income options to 401(k) plans, adoption remains more of a crawl than a sprint.
Taxes February 16, 2026
Guide to New Tourist Taxes and Fees for U.S. Travelers in 2026
In 2026, travel costs will increase due to new tourist taxes and fees implemented globally to manage crowds and benefit local areas.
Tax News
Technology February 16, 2026
The Decline of Human Intelligence in Tax Strategy: Is AI Replacing Smart Accountants?
While the industry is obsessed with how artificial intelligence will automate tax preparation, it is ignoring a much larger crisis: the decline of human intelligence in tax strategy.
Taxes February 16, 2026
Trump’s Tax Rules Still Unclear to U.S. Clean-Energy Industry
The Trump administration’s interim guidance on clean energy tax credits released Thursday offered some relief to the industry by laying out a manageable path for new projects. But, it still left investors uncertain.
Taxes February 16, 2026
Massachusetts Lawmakers Urged to ‘Opt Out’ of New Federal Tax Policies
Gov. Maura Healey has proposed delaying implementation until next year of what she described as the five “most costliest” changes in the federal tax code created by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
Taxes February 16, 2026
Guide to New Tourist Taxes and Fees for U.S. Travelers in 2026
In 2026, travel costs will increase due to new tourist taxes and fees implemented globally to manage crowds and benefit local areas.
Taxes February 16, 2026
Column: Another ‘Millionaires Tax’ Finds Seattle is Far Richer Than Anyone Knew
The city’s new social housing tax, levied on lofty pay packages to pay for public housing, was due Jan. 31. The startling news was that it blew the projections out of the water.
Taxes February 13, 2026
Tax Court Slams Brakes on Charitable Deduction
The Tax Court immediately nixed the deduction because of the inadequate substantiation and the lack of any appraisal for high-income items.
Taxes February 13, 2026
IRS Issues Guidance on Prohibited Foreign Entity Restrictions for Energy Tax Credits
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act introduced comprehensive foreign entity of concern rules forbidding prohibited foreign entities from claiming clean energy tax credits.
Taxes February 12, 2026
Senate Votes to Overturn D.C. Tax Decoupling, as Locals Push Back
The Senate passed a joint resolution on Thursday blocking changes to the District of Columbia’s tax code, which will now head to President Donald Trump’s desk.
Accounting News
Small Business February 16, 2026
Driving Your Firm’s Growth With Intuit Accountant Suite and Intuit Enterprise Suite
Intuit Accountant Suite is a step-up from QuickBooks Online Accountant, which will fully transition to Intuit Accountant Suite at the end of this year.
Payroll February 13, 2026
Only 6% of Accounting and Finance Managers Have the Talent Needed to Finish Priority Projects
Widening skills gaps and increasing hiring complexity continue to be issues hiring managers are facing in the early stages of 2026, new research from talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half has found.
Accounting February 13, 2026
Andrea Millar, CPA/PFS, Presented with AICPA’s 2025 Personal Financial Planning Distinguished Service Award
She served as director of the AICPA’s PFP Division for almost 15 years and was instrumental in fostering many dedicated practitioners who have been perennial leaders in the profession.
Firm Management February 12, 2026
Adam Goode to Take Over as Sole CEO of Schneider Downs This Summer
Adam Goode, currently practice unit leader of consulting at Schneider Downs, will take over as CEO on July 1, as the Pittsburgh-based top 55 accounting firm transitions to a single CEO structure.
Accounting February 12, 2026
Maryland Association of CPAs Celebrates 125th Anniversary
MACPA is leaning into the future with the same purpose that has guided it since 1901: to Connect, Protect, and help a CPA-led profession Achieve success.
Small Business February 12, 2026
Small Business Owners Lose 33 Workdays a Year to Tax and Financial Stress, Xero Study Finds
Based on a survey of U.S. small business owners, Xero's "Emotional Tax Return 2026 Report" confirms that financial stress isn't just confined to tax season but instead has become a year-round emotional burden.
Accounting February 12, 2026
Chattanooga Accountant Jonathan Frost Free on $10K Bond After Pleading Guilty
The former Chattanooga accountant is free on a $10,000 bond after he pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire and tax fraud and conspiracy to commit money laundering in court on Feb. 11.
Technology February 12, 2026
Driversnote and Wave Partner to Automate Mileage Tracking and Simplify Tax Compliance
The integration makes it easier to automatically track trips, and create CRA- and IRS-compliant mileage reports.
Payroll News
Payroll February 16, 2026
The Promise and Pitfalls of Lifetime Income in 401(k) Plans
Seven years after Congress gave employers the green light to add lifetime income options to 401(k) plans, adoption remains more of a crawl than a sprint.
Payroll February 13, 2026
Only 6% of Accounting and Finance Managers Have the Talent Needed to Finish Priority Projects
Widening skills gaps and increasing hiring complexity continue to be issues hiring managers are facing in the early stages of 2026, new research from talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half has found.
Payroll February 12, 2026
From Plants to Dual Monitors: 5 Ways to Upgrade Your Home Office
An expert shares why adding plants, banishing clutter, and investing in upgrades like a better chair or dual monitors can boost your productivity to new heights.
Payroll February 12, 2026
Most Couples Keep at Least Some of Their Money Separate, Survey Reveals
Most couples in committed relationships (62%) keep at least some financial accounts in their name only, according to new Bankrate survey data.
Payroll February 12, 2026
5 Credit Card Trends to Watch for in 2026
Reward programs are growing ever more complex, while AI and Gen Z will begin exerting even more influence on the market.
Payroll February 11, 2026
U.S. Adds 130,000 Jobs and Unemployment Falls After Tepid 2025
U.S. payrolls rose in January by the most in more than a year and the unemployment rate unexpectedly fell to 4.3%, suggesting the labor market continued to stabilize at the start of 2026.
Payroll February 11, 2026
Only 31% of Workers Reach a True Flow State, New Data Finds
The findings of Resume Now’s "Fleeting Flow Report" paint a picture of a fragmented workday where productivity is less about motivation and more about fighting distractions.
Payroll February 11, 2026
Affairs at Work: 1 in 10 U.S. Workers Say They’ve Had One in the Past Year
Some professionals are engaging in romantic relationships with colleagues while in another relationship—often with real consequences on focus and productivity, said career experts TopResume.
Technology News
Small Business February 16, 2026
Driving Your Firm’s Growth With Intuit Accountant Suite and Intuit Enterprise Suite
Intuit Accountant Suite is a step-up from QuickBooks Online Accountant, which will fully transition to Intuit Accountant Suite at the end of this year.
Technology February 16, 2026
The Decline of Human Intelligence in Tax Strategy: Is AI Replacing Smart Accountants?
While the industry is obsessed with how artificial intelligence will automate tax preparation, it is ignoring a much larger crisis: the decline of human intelligence in tax strategy.
Staffing February 16, 2026
The AI Skills Gap No One Is Talking About
The technology will continue advancing. Will you be by your people to ensure they have the capacity and training to do the work that technology can't replace?
Artificial Intelligence February 15, 2026
Knowledge Foundations Fuel AI Use, Growth, and Client Trust, New iManage Study Finds
Higher levels of knowledge work maturity consistently correlate with stronger business outcomes - regardless of industry or geography.
Technology February 13, 2026
FDATA Adds Kat Cloud to Board of Directors
Her work centers on advancing responsible approaches to identity verification, data access, and compliance as financial services continue to digitize.
Small Business February 12, 2026
Small Business Owners Lose 33 Workdays a Year to Tax and Financial Stress, Xero Study Finds
Based on a survey of U.S. small business owners, Xero's "Emotional Tax Return 2026 Report" confirms that financial stress isn't just confined to tax season but instead has become a year-round emotional burden.
Technology February 12, 2026
Driversnote and Wave Partner to Automate Mileage Tracking and Simplify Tax Compliance
The integration makes it easier to automatically track trips, and create CRA- and IRS-compliant mileage reports.
Technology February 12, 2026
Ramp Unveils Accounting Agent to Streamline Bookkeeping
The financial operations platform on Thursday launched Accounting Agent, a specialized AI agent that automates the manual parts of bookkeeping and month-end close.
Firm Management News
Small Business February 16, 2026
Driving Your Firm’s Growth With Intuit Accountant Suite and Intuit Enterprise Suite
Intuit Accountant Suite is a step-up from QuickBooks Online Accountant, which will fully transition to Intuit Accountant Suite at the end of this year.
Firm Management February 16, 2026
How to Win Clients Without a Big Marketing Budget
Small accounting firms often have advantages that larger firms cannot easily replicate. The real question is not how to outspend bigger firms. It is how to out-position them.
Staffing February 16, 2026
The AI Skills Gap No One Is Talking About
The technology will continue advancing. Will you be by your people to ensure they have the capacity and training to do the work that technology can't replace?
Firm Management February 26, 2026 Sponsored
CPE Webinar: Building economic resilience: How accounting firms can stay profitable when markets shift
Markets shift. Expenses creep up. Clients slow payments. And suddenly, “we’re busy” doesn’t always mean “we’re profitable.” In this 60-minute conversation, CPA Kelley Brubaker breaks down what economic resilience really looks like inside today’s accounting firms, and how leaders can stay profitable even when markets feel uncertain.
Firm Management February 12, 2026
Adam Goode to Take Over as Sole CEO of Schneider Downs This Summer
Adam Goode, currently practice unit leader of consulting at Schneider Downs, will take over as CEO on July 1, as the Pittsburgh-based top 55 accounting firm transitions to a single CEO structure.
Accounting February 11, 2026
62 Accounting Firms Made ClearlyRated’s Best Client Service List for 2026
The accounting firms that appear on this year's list obtained at least a 50% net promoter score, indicating they provide clients with exceptionally high levels of service, ClearlyRated says.
Mergers and Acquisitions February 11, 2026
Capstone Adds Peltier, Gustafson & Miller in New Mexico
Bend, OR-based Capstone Accounting and Tax said Feb. 9 it has added Peltier, Gustafson & Miller, expanding its presence into the growing New Mexico market.
Firm Management February 11, 2026
AI-Native Accounting Foundation Created to Equip Firms and Finance Teams to Adopt AI Confidently
The AI Native Accounting Foundation is an independent nonprofit focused on helping the accounting and finance profession make sense of how artificial intelligence is actually being used in practice.
Webinars
February 26, 2026
CPE Webinar: Building economic resilience: How accounting firms can stay profitable when markets shift
Markets shift. Expenses creep up. Clients slow payments. And suddenly, “we’re busy” doesn’t always mean “we’re profitable.” In this 60-minute conversation, CPA Kelley Brubaker breaks down what economic resilience really looks like inside today’s accounting firms, and how leaders can stay profitable even when markets feel uncertain.
January 20, 2026
Archived Webinar: The Psychology of a Modern Tax Workflow: Reducing Anxiety, Decision Fatigue, and Compliance Risk
Most firms focus on efficiency, automation, and AI, but the real challenges inside a tax workflow are often simpler and more human: unclear expectations, too many handoffs, information scattered across tools, and clients or staff feeling unsure about what comes next.
January 5, 2026
Archived Webcast: Master Filing Amended and Superseded Returns on Form 1040-X
Filing corrected returns can be confusing—but it doesn’t have to be. Join Amanda Watson, EA, for a practical session designed to help you confidently navigate amended and superseded returns.
December 16, 2025
Archived Webcast: The Future-Ready Tax Firm: Automation, AI, and Competitive Advantage
Manual processes slow your firm—and cost time, money, and talent. Firms that embrace automation and modern technology save hours, reduce costs, and build a workplace that attracts the next generation of CPAs.