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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.
Taxes August 12, 2026
Trump Looks for Ways to Block Mamdani Pied-à-Terre Tax
President Donald Trump on Tuesday vowed to seek a way to block New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s planned pied-à-terre tax, calling it a “dangerous political experiment.”
Taxes August 12, 2026
Trump Weighs Call for Capital Gains Tax Cuts as Midterm Boost
National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett said Tuesday in an interview with Fox Business host Larry Kudlow that Trump wants to offer voters more incentives to back Republicans in November's election.
Taxes August 12, 2026
Wyden’s Wildfire Tax Relief Bill Passes Just Before Congress Recesses
A bill backed by Oregon Sen. Ron Wyden to relieve natural disaster survivors from paying federal income taxes on their recovery settlements passed against unexpected odds.
Payroll August 12, 2026
Human Connection Still Anchors Jobs as AI Uncertainty Swirls
Economic research hasn’t shown large-scale AI job displacement … yet.
Benefits August 12, 2026
Column: How to Fix Social Security, in Six Words
An economist proposes bipartisan Social Security reform that avoids any benefit cuts and puts the program on a path to long-term solvency.
Benefits August 12, 2026
Social Security Takes New Step to Address Major Complaints
The Social Security Administration said it is addressing concerns about the disability filing process with new technology designed to make the process easier.
Firm Management August 11, 2026
Scaling the Micro-Firm: How AI Enables Hyper-Specialization
To transition a practice from general compliance to specialized advisory, firm leaders must first insulate themselves from low-value administrative friction.
Tax News
Taxes August 12, 2026
Trump Looks for Ways to Block Mamdani Pied-à-Terre Tax
President Donald Trump on Tuesday vowed to seek a way to block New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s planned pied-à-terre tax, calling it a “dangerous political experiment.”
Taxes August 12, 2026
Trump Weighs Call for Capital Gains Tax Cuts as Midterm Boost
National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett said Tuesday in an interview with Fox Business host Larry Kudlow that Trump wants to offer voters more incentives to back Republicans in November's election.
Taxes August 12, 2026
Wyden’s Wildfire Tax Relief Bill Passes Just Before Congress Recesses
A bill backed by Oregon Sen. Ron Wyden to relieve natural disaster survivors from paying federal income taxes on their recovery settlements passed against unexpected odds.
Taxes August 11, 2026
Tax Tips to Know Before Donating a Car to Charity
To qualify for a deduction, the charity must provide you with a written substantiation of a donation valued above $500.
Taxes August 11, 2026
AICPA Seeks Clarity and Guidance for Three CAMT Notices
The recommendations focus on purchase accounting and push-down accounting, domestic research and R&E expenditures.
Taxes August 11, 2026
IRS Issues Proposed Regs on Employer Contributions to Trump Accounts
The proposed regulations outline requirements for employers that wish to maintain a Trump Account contribution program.
Taxes August 10, 2026
Judge Halts Rollout of Mamdani’s Pied-à-Terre Tax
The order also nullified any deadlines for the tax, at least for the time being.
Taxes August 10, 2026
New Senate Bill Would Provide $10,000 Tax Credit Toward Home Upgrades for Seniors
The Senior Accessible Housing Tax Credit Act would provide tax credits of up to $10,000 for taxpayers age 60 and older who make qualifying improvements to their homes.
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 August 11, 2026
AICPA News – August 2026
AICPA News is a roundup of recent announcements from the American Institute of CPAs.
Technology September 22, 2026 Sponsored
CPE Webinar: Start Simple. Scale Naturally. Building a Tax Technology Strategy for Long-Term Growth
The most successful firms don't build their technology strategy around software. They build it around removing friction.
Firm Management August 11, 2026
Crowe Closes Private Equity Investment From KKR
Chicago-based Crowe completed the sale of a stake in the firm to KKR on Aug. 7, making it one of the largest accounting firms in the U.S. to receive a private equity infusion.
Financial Reporting August 11, 2026
The Difference Between Compliance and Defensibility
Firms that handle exams well treat the reasoning behind a decision as part of the decision itself.
Mergers and Acquisitions August 11, 2026
UHY Adds Michigan CFO Associates
Top 30 accounting firm UHY is expanding its CAS capabilities by combining with Michigan CFO Associates, a Clinton Township, MI-based provider of fractional CFO, financial leadership, and strategic advisory services to entrepreneur-led businesses.
SEC August 11, 2026
SEC Exempts Data-Center Bonds From Key Securitization Rules
The SEC said a major subset of data-center securitizations don’t need to have disclosures and investor protections that similar deals require.
Accounting August 10, 2026
Nominations Open for 2026 ‘Most Powerful Women in Accounting’ Awards
The Most Powerful Women in Accounting Awards, now in their 13th year, were created by CPA Practice Advisor to promote and support the success of women leaders as part of its broader mission of sustaining the profession.
Payroll News
Payroll August 12, 2026
Human Connection Still Anchors Jobs as AI Uncertainty Swirls
Economic research hasn’t shown large-scale AI job displacement … yet.
Benefits August 12, 2026
Column: How to Fix Social Security, in Six Words
An economist proposes bipartisan Social Security reform that avoids any benefit cuts and puts the program on a path to long-term solvency.
Benefits August 12, 2026
Social Security Takes New Step to Address Major Complaints
The Social Security Administration said it is addressing concerns about the disability filing process with new technology designed to make the process easier.
General News August 11, 2026
The Richest Zip Code in the U.S. in 2026
The area's median home price jumped roughly 20 percent to $9.93 million, while Fisher Island, Florida’s median home sale price fell to $8.3 million.
Payroll August 11, 2026
Workplace Trust in AI: 97% of Workers Still Put Human Judgment First
Despite AI’s growing role at work, the vast majority of workers still begin with human judgment.
Staffing August 10, 2026
65% of Workers Say Their Job Didn’t Match the Description
The findings point to a retention risk for employers, not just a recruiting issue. Only 18% of workers say they completely trust job descriptions to accurately represent a role.
Economy August 10, 2026
A Step-by-Step Strategy for Building an Emergency Fund
Americans are strained by rising costs of living. These savings tips can alleviate financial stress and cushion against unexpected expenses.
Taxes August 10, 2026
IRS to Issue Rules on Saver’s Match Retirement Program
The program, enacted as part of the SECURE 2.0 Act, replaces the Saver’s Credit. Eligible taxpayers will begin receiving payments in 2028 based on contributions made during the 2027 tax year.
Technology News
Payroll August 12, 2026
Human Connection Still Anchors Jobs as AI Uncertainty Swirls
Economic research hasn’t shown large-scale AI job displacement … yet.
Technology September 22, 2026 Sponsored
CPE Webinar: Start Simple. Scale Naturally. Building a Tax Technology Strategy for Long-Term Growth
The most successful firms don't build their technology strategy around software. They build it around removing friction.
Firm Management August 11, 2026
Study Reveals Gap Between the AI Ambitions of Accounting Teams and Their Ability to Execute
According to the report, finance teams remain burdened by manual work, and the pressure to deliver faster, cleaner, and more defensible numbers continues to rise.
Payroll August 11, 2026
Workplace Trust in AI: 97% of Workers Still Put Human Judgment First
Despite AI’s growing role at work, the vast majority of workers still begin with human judgment.
Firm Management August 11, 2026
Protecting Privilege in the Age of AI: What Two New Federal Rulings Mean for Tax Professionals
Artificial intelligence tools are now a fixture of daily practice, for tax attorneys, CPAs, and the clients they share.
Technology August 11, 2026
TaxPlanIQ Named No. 644 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 List
A tax planning and advisory platform serving accounting firms across the U.S., TaxPlanIQ posted 562% three-year revenue growth to earn its place among this year’s honorees.
Firm Management August 10, 2026
Why Root Cause Analysis Deserves a Permanent Place in Your Firm’s Incident Response Plan
Root cause analysis works best when it's treated as a standing part of incident response rather than an occasional deep-dive reserved for major breaches.
CAS August 10, 2026
Spotting R&D Tax Credit Opportunities in Clients’ Custom AI Projects
Most AI adoption will never qualify for the research credit. The exceptions are turning up in ordinary business clients, and the evidence is hardest to assemble once the year has closed.
Firm Management News
Firm Management August 11, 2026
Scaling the Micro-Firm: How AI Enables Hyper-Specialization
To transition a practice from general compliance to specialized advisory, firm leaders must first insulate themselves from low-value administrative friction.
Accounting August 11, 2026
AICPA News – August 2026
AICPA News is a roundup of recent announcements from the American Institute of CPAs.
Technology September 22, 2026 Sponsored
CPE Webinar: Start Simple. Scale Naturally. Building a Tax Technology Strategy for Long-Term Growth
The most successful firms don't build their technology strategy around software. They build it around removing friction.
Firm Management August 11, 2026
Study Reveals Gap Between the AI Ambitions of Accounting Teams and Their Ability to Execute
According to the report, finance teams remain burdened by manual work, and the pressure to deliver faster, cleaner, and more defensible numbers continues to rise.
Firm Management August 11, 2026
Protecting Privilege in the Age of AI: What Two New Federal Rulings Mean for Tax Professionals
Artificial intelligence tools are now a fixture of daily practice, for tax attorneys, CPAs, and the clients they share.
Firm Management August 11, 2026
Crowe Closes Private Equity Investment From KKR
Chicago-based Crowe completed the sale of a stake in the firm to KKR on Aug. 7, making it one of the largest accounting firms in the U.S. to receive a private equity infusion.
Mergers and Acquisitions August 11, 2026
UHY Adds Michigan CFO Associates
Top 30 accounting firm UHY is expanding its CAS capabilities by combining with Michigan CFO Associates, a Clinton Township, MI-based provider of fractional CFO, financial leadership, and strategic advisory services to entrepreneur-led businesses.
Firm Management August 11, 2026
Book: To Exhausted Leaders Everywhere: Stop Pretending and Start Practicing Conviction
“Competence is what you perform; conviction is the earned capability to sustain who you are when every force pulls you back — and you cannot fake it or demand it.”
Webinars
September 22, 2026
CPE Webinar: Start Simple. Scale Naturally. Building a Tax Technology Strategy for Long-Term Growth
The most successful firms don't build their technology strategy around software. They build it around removing friction.
September 3, 2026
CPE Webinar: Estate Planning After OBBBA: Turning Theory into Practice
With the passage of OBBBA and the shift to a $15 million basic exclusion amount, the estate planning landscape entering 2026 and beyond presents both unique opportunities and substantial challenges for taxpayers and their advisors.
September 1, 2026
CPE Webinar: Grow Your 1040 Practice Without Adding Staff: AI-Powered Strategies for Tax Firms
As firms face staffing challenges and increasing client expectations, automation can help teams do more with the resources they already have.
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.