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Accounting April 17, 2026
Last Chance to Vote in the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards!
Each year, readers get the opportunity to show their support for the programs, hardware, services, and other technologies they use and trust.
Small Business April 20, 2026
Trump Administration Opens Process of Refunding $166 Billion in Tariffs
U.S. Customs and Border Protection activated a new claims system on Monday for importers seeking repayments of tariffs collected under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.
Technology April 20, 2026
Tim Cook to Retire as Apple CEO, Will Become Executive Chairman
As executive chairman, Cook will assist with certain aspects of the company, including engaging with policymakers around the world.
Small Business April 20, 2026
Existing Home Sales Fell 3.6 Percent in March
Month-over-month sales fell in all four regions. Year-over-year sales rose in the South and West and fell in the Northeast and Midwest.
Taxes April 20, 2026
Johnson, Scalise Lean on Tax Cuts as They Fight to Keep Their Majority in Congress
House Speaker Mike Johnson, Rep. Steve Scalise, and their GOP colleagues say millions of taxpayers saved money on One Big Beautiful Bill Act tax breaks like exemptions for some tips, overtime, state and local taxes, and more.
Taxes April 20, 2026
Tax Documents for School Employees Potentially Stolen Across Los Angeles County
The Los Angeles County Office of Education declined to provide information about how many school districts or employees may be affected
Taxes April 20, 2026
New York Congressman’s Legislation Would Allow Tax Deductions on Utility Bills
The No Taxes on Utility Bills Act, introduced by Rep. John Riley (D-NY), would allow U.S. taxpayers to deduct all taxes and state-mandated surcharges included on gas and electric bills.
Financial Planning April 20, 2026
Fraud Remains a Top Concern for Americans, New AARP Research Shows
These concerns highlight both the financial and emotional toll of these crimes and reflect how pervasive and personal the threat has become.
Tax News
Accounting April 17, 2026
Last Chance to Vote in the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards!
Each year, readers get the opportunity to show their support for the programs, hardware, services, and other technologies they use and trust.
Small Business April 20, 2026
Trump Administration Opens Process of Refunding $166 Billion in Tariffs
U.S. Customs and Border Protection activated a new claims system on Monday for importers seeking repayments of tariffs collected under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.
Taxes April 20, 2026
Johnson, Scalise Lean on Tax Cuts as They Fight to Keep Their Majority in Congress
House Speaker Mike Johnson, Rep. Steve Scalise, and their GOP colleagues say millions of taxpayers saved money on One Big Beautiful Bill Act tax breaks like exemptions for some tips, overtime, state and local taxes, and more.
Taxes April 20, 2026
Tax Documents for School Employees Potentially Stolen Across Los Angeles County
The Los Angeles County Office of Education declined to provide information about how many school districts or employees may be affected
Taxes April 20, 2026
New York Congressman’s Legislation Would Allow Tax Deductions on Utility Bills
The No Taxes on Utility Bills Act, introduced by Rep. John Riley (D-NY), would allow U.S. taxpayers to deduct all taxes and state-mandated surcharges included on gas and electric bills.
Taxes April 20, 2026
IRS Updates FAQs on Sec. 127 Education Programs
These frequently asked questions contain revised information about educational assistance programs generally, including how the rules apply to certain qualified education loans.
Taxes April 20, 2026
Business Group Urges Court to Reject Massachusetts Income Tax Cut Challenge
A national business group is calling on the state’s highest court to reject a lawsuit challenging a proposed cut to the state’s income tax rate.
Taxes April 17, 2026
IRS Launches Online Tool to Help Taxpayers Settle Their Tax Debt
On the day following the April 15 federal tax deadline, the IRS promoted a new online tool to help taxpayers understand and resolve tax debt.
Accounting News
Accounting April 17, 2026
Last Chance to Vote in the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards!
Each year, readers get the opportunity to show their support for the programs, hardware, services, and other technologies they use and trust.
Small Business April 20, 2026
Trump Administration Opens Process of Refunding $166 Billion in Tariffs
U.S. Customs and Border Protection activated a new claims system on Monday for importers seeking repayments of tariffs collected under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.
Small Business April 20, 2026
Existing Home Sales Fell 3.6 Percent in March
Month-over-month sales fell in all four regions. Year-over-year sales rose in the South and West and fell in the Northeast and Midwest.
SEC April 20, 2026
SEC’s Power to Recoup Illicit Profits Challenged at Supreme Court
Justices are being asked to put new limits on “disgorgement,” one of the SEC’s most potent enforcement tools, designed to recoup illicit profits and return them to victims.
Advisory April 17, 2026
Building a Tax Practice Clients Rely on All Year
With the digital transformation bringing automation into the tax process, now is the perfect time to transform your tax practice with client advisory services.
Technology April 16, 2026
Zuora Unveils New Agents and Skills for Zuora AI
Zuora, a monetization platform for businesses, on Thursday announced new agents and skills for Zuora AI, all built within existing controls, permissions, and audit frameworks.
Small Business April 16, 2026
Feds Move to Block Controversial Illinois Credit Card Swipe Fee Ban
Passed in 2024 and set to take effect this July, the state law bans certain so-called swipe fees, also known as interchange fees, on the tax and tip portions of customers’ bills.
Accounting April 16, 2026
Accountant Who Was the Final Defendant in California’s Biggest Ponzi Scheme Sentenced to Prison
In all, eight people tied to DC Solar pleaded guilty in Benicia-based company's fraud.
Payroll News
Financial Planning April 20, 2026
Fraud Remains a Top Concern for Americans, New AARP Research Shows
These concerns highlight both the financial and emotional toll of these crimes and reflect how pervasive and personal the threat has become.
Benefits April 20, 2026
Is Social Security Running Out? Here’s What Federal Projections Actually Say
Benefit reductions are a reality that could come to fruition in the early-to-mid-2030s if Congress does not act to address a projected long-term funding shortfall, federal estimates show.
Benefits April 20, 2026
Social Security Changed the Rules for Widows and Divorced Spouses, Which Could Earn Them Thousands
The rule change mainly applies to widows and divorced spouses whose spouses worked in the public sector and did not always pay Social Security taxes.
Payroll April 20, 2026
Professionals Share the Skills New Workers Need to Succeed — Beyond AI
36% believe new job seekers should be prepared to demonstrate knowledge of AI tools when applying to roles and 37% caution against using AI to overstate skills or experience.
Taxes April 17, 2026
Making Tax Sense Out of March Madness
Stakeholders in the gambling industry have strenuously objected to the provision in the OBBBA limiting gambling losses
Taxes April 17, 2026
No Tax on Tips Meets Inflation Concerns in Trump’s Las Vegas Stop
President Donald Trump boasted Thursday that Nevada waiters, casino dealers, bartenders and other tipped workers had received "the biggest tax refunds of their entire lives," claiming average returns topped $4,000.
Payroll April 16, 2026
U.S. Jobless Claims Fall to 207,000, Signaling Low Layoffs
Initial claims decreased by 11,000 to 207,000 in the week ended April 11, marking the biggest one-week drop since February, according to Labor Department data released Thursday.
Small Business April 16, 2026
Feds Move to Block Controversial Illinois Credit Card Swipe Fee Ban
Passed in 2024 and set to take effect this July, the state law bans certain so-called swipe fees, also known as interchange fees, on the tax and tip portions of customers’ bills.
Technology News
Technology April 20, 2026
Tim Cook to Retire as Apple CEO, Will Become Executive Chairman
As executive chairman, Cook will assist with certain aspects of the company, including engaging with policymakers around the world.
Technology April 16, 2026
K1x Secures Outside Investment From Sumeru Equity, Edison Partners
K1x, an AI-native private markets tax data platform, announced Thursday the closing of a $175 million growth investment led by technology-focused private equity firm Sumeru Equity Partners, with additional investment from Edison Partners.
Technology April 16, 2026
Zuora Unveils New Agents and Skills for Zuora AI
Zuora, a monetization platform for businesses, on Thursday announced new agents and skills for Zuora AI, all built within existing controls, permissions, and audit frameworks.
Accounting April 16, 2026
Daylit Launches AI Agents for Automated Collections
Daylit has already helped more than 200 companies recover hundreds of millions of dollars in outstanding receivables.
Technology April 15, 2026
Certinia Unveils Veda, an AI Operations Engine for Professional Services
Certinia announced April 15 the launch of Veda, an enterprise-grade intelligent operations engine built to shift services organizations from reactive, manual workflows to autonomous professional services.
Financial Reporting April 15, 2026
BlackLine Unveils Agentic Financial Operations to Close AI’s Governance and Trust Gap
Agentic Financial Operations provides the essential control layer the Office of the CFO requires to harness AI safely.
Artificial Intelligence April 15, 2026
How AI-Powered Automation is Helping One Small Firm Reduce Administrative Drag and Scale Smarter
In a profession where efficiency and advisory value increasingly go hand in hand, that may be the clearest competitive advantage of all.
Technology April 14, 2026
Armanino Partners with DataSnipper to Advance Agentic AI in Internal Audit and Risk Advisory
A new partnership between top 20 accounting firm Armanino and DataSnipper, an agentic automation platform for audit and finance teams, aims to help internal audit and risk teams work more strategically through artificial intelligence adoption.
Firm Management News
Firm Management April 17, 2026
The Missing Link Between Advisory Marketing and Advisory Sales
These services are growing at a double-digit rate of 17%, but success requires more than simply adding new services and hoping for the best.
Payroll April 15, 2026
The 10-Second Feedback Mistake That Could Damage Employees for Years
Poorly delivered feedback creates lasting psychological impact, with most employees remembering negative comments for years, making how managers communicate criticism a critical driver of engagement and performance.
Payroll April 14, 2026
Why Companies Are Turning to Smaller, Leaner Teams
An operations expert explains why growing your team can actually slow your business down, and why lean structures are delivering faster results.
Firm Management April 14, 2026
The Impact of Caregiving on Talent and Leadership in CPA Firms
“Caught in the Middle” looks at how caregiving responsibilities affect professionals navigating career demands alongside home responsibilities.
Staffing April 14, 2026
How Can Small Firms Compete for Accounting Talent?
As demand for accountants rises and the talent pipeline shrinks, small firms are facing an uphill battle to compete with industry giants for new hires.
Firm Management April 12, 2026
Choosing the Right Expansion Path for Growing CPA Firms
CPA firms that align location decisions with demand patterns, operational realities, and long-term commitments grow with fewer disruptions.
Payroll April 9, 2026
Boomerang Jobs: Workers Split on Whether Returning to a Former Employer Is Smart, Safe, or a Step Backward
According to a new MyPerfectResume report, 55% of workers say returning to a former employer is a smart career move, but 37% see it as “playing it safe.”
Mergers and Acquisitions April 9, 2026
EisnerAmper to Merge in KLG Business Valuators & Forensic Accountants
Top 15 accounting firm EisnerAmper said Thursday it's combining with Melville, NY-based KLG Business Valuators & Forensic Accountants in a deal expected to close in May.
Webinars
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?
May 6, 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.