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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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Tax News
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.
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.
Payroll August 10, 2026
Millions Sign Up for Trump Accounts, But Are They a Wise Investment?
Trump Accounts are a new investment option for children, and those born during the second Trump administration get $1,000 added to them by the federal government.
Taxes August 10, 2026
Hochul Defends New York City Pied-à-Terre Tax
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul pushed back on suggestions that state-approval of the pied-à-terre tax represents a concession to progressive Democrats in New York City.
Taxes August 10, 2026
Heinrich Proposes Bill That Would End Tax Breaks for Oil and Gas Drilling Abroad
The American Energy Independence and Tax Fairness Act would “ensure the tax code no longer rewards companies for investing abroad instead of here at home,” Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-NM) said.
IRS August 10, 2026
Todd Blanche Confirmed by Senate as Attorney General
The 50-49 vote to confirm Blanche fell mostly along party lines, with two Republicans breaking ranks to oppose him.
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.
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 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.
State CPA Societies August 10, 2026
New England Society of CPAs Hosts 29 High School Students for Summer Accounting Career Exploration
Students participated in a full slate of interactive sessions designed to build both technical knowledge and career-readiness skills.
Small Business August 10, 2026
‘We’re Left Behind.’ Some Small Businesses Not Expecting Trump Tariff Refunds
With a complicated application process, rules that favor direct importers and large businesses, some small business owners say they aren’t holding their breath for repayment.
Accounting August 10, 2026
Professionals on the Move – Aug. 2026 (Part 1)
Professionals on the Move is a periodic roundup of recent staffing announcements, promotions, and awards from around the accounting profession.
Accounting August 7, 2026
Sentencing Date Reset for Former Chattanooga Accountant Jonathan Frost
A federal judge granted a request from former Chattanooga accountant Jonathan Frost's lawyer to reschedule his sentencing, which was formerly set for Friday, to later this month.
Small Business August 7, 2026
Report Shows a Fundamental Shift in Ecommerce Fraud
Account takeover attacks rose 78% and card-testing attacks surged 175%, highlighting how AI is accelerating credential theft and identity-based fraud
Mergers and Acquisitions August 6, 2026
Sorren Adds Two Nevada-Based Accounting Firms
The top 50 firm has added Persing Professional Group and Carefree Professional Practice Resources, further expanding its presence in Nevada and adding specialized expertise in key growth areas.
Payroll News
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.
Payroll August 10, 2026
Millions Sign Up for Trump Accounts, But Are They a Wise Investment?
Trump Accounts are a new investment option for children, and those born during the second Trump administration get $1,000 added to them by the federal government.
Payroll August 10, 2026
54% of Job Seekers Expect a Difficult Search With Pay, Competition and Job Worries
Forty-one percent of U.S. job seekers say they are actively looking for a new job, with 82% focused on full-time positions.
Payroll August 7, 2026
Employers Unexpectedly Shed Jobs in July
Nonfarm payrolls decreased 23,000 last month following a combined 103,000 downward revision to the May and June figures, Bureau of Labor Statistics data showed Friday.
Taxes August 7, 2026
IRS Updates FAQs on OBBBA Overtime Tax Deduction
The IRS updated frequently asked questions about the new deduction for qualified overtime compensation, one of the many One Big Beautiful Bill Act tax provisions touted by the Trump administration.
Staffing August 7, 2026
2026 Employee Happiness Index Finds Employee Morale at a Three-Year High
New BambooHR platform data from 51K employees digs deeper into how happiness drives retention—and finds the recovery isn’t reaching everyone.
Technology News
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 August 7, 2026
Building an AI-First Culture (Without AI Slop)
Leaders who draft their own first pass and summarize before escalating to the board or partner group make “AI-first” credible instead of aspirational.
Firm Management August 7, 2026
What Should Not Become Part of the Client Archive
The mistake is assuming that every piece of information used to reach that outcome must follow the same path.
Small Business August 7, 2026
Report Shows a Fundamental Shift in Ecommerce Fraud
Account takeover attacks rose 78% and card-testing attacks surged 175%, highlighting how AI is accelerating credential theft and identity-based fraud
Firm Management August 7, 2026
Rise of AI Search Means Accounting Firms Must Become Authority Portfolio Managers
Managing an authority portfolio changes not only what firms create, but how they think about every individual authority asset within it.
Payroll August 6, 2026
I Put a Chatbot’s Financial Advice to the Test
AI tools can help with financial planning, but they have their limits.
Firm Management August 5, 2026
Diamonds May Be a Firm’s Best Strategy: How AI Is Rewriting the Structure of Modern Practice
Artificial intelligence is changing who does the work, and that change has the potential to reshape the very architecture of your firm.
Firm Management News
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.
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.
Payroll August 10, 2026
54% of Job Seekers Expect a Difficult Search With Pay, Competition and Job Worries
Forty-one percent of U.S. job seekers say they are actively looking for a new job, with 82% focused on full-time positions.
Accounting August 10, 2026
Professionals on the Move – Aug. 2026 (Part 1)
Professionals on the Move is a periodic roundup of recent staffing announcements, promotions, and awards from around the accounting profession.
Firm Management August 7, 2026
Building an AI-First Culture (Without AI Slop)
Leaders who draft their own first pass and summarize before escalating to the board or partner group make “AI-first” credible instead of aspirational.
Firm Management August 7, 2026
Forvis Mazars Volunteers Give to Their Communities During IMPACT Days
While IMPACT Days serves as an annual firmwide celebration of service, it represents just one part of the firm’s broader commitment to strengthening communities.
Firm Management August 7, 2026
Bolivian Accounting Firm Joins Abacus Worldwide
The Bolivian accounting firm Horady Ltda. has joined Abacus Worldwide, a progressive international association of independent accounting, consulting and legal firms.
Firm Management August 7, 2026
What Should Not Become Part of the Client Archive
The mistake is assuming that every piece of information used to reach that outcome must follow the same path.
Webinars
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.
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.