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Technology November 9, 2026
How to Get Breached, Step 6: Share Files However is Fastest
Emailing tax returns, W-2s, and bank statements is fast. Breach notification is not.
Payroll November 9, 2026
Ghosting Your Money? How to Get Back on Track
Ignoring your money might feel blissful at first, but it can lead to bigger problems.
Accounting November 9, 2026
AICPA Honors Eight Forensic and Valuation Professionals
Each year, the American Institute of CPAs honors professionals whose leadership, volunteer service, and professional achievements have strengthened the forensic and valuation community.
State CPA Societies November 9, 2026
New England Society of CPAs Announces 2026 Women to Watch
The New England Society of CPAs today announced the seven honorees of its 2026 Women to Watch Awards, marking the first time the program has recognized women from across New England.
Technology November 9, 2026
UBCC Rolls Out Human Resources Management Platform
Universal Business Computing Company has launched UBCC HRM, a new browser-based human resources management platform designed to help independent payroll processors and accounting firms expand their service offerings.
Small Business November 9, 2026
Hidden Fees? Restaurants Do It, Too
Just when I think I have seen it all when it comes to sneaky and underhanded ways that restaurants want to increase your check, I haven’t.
Financial Reporting November 9, 2026
Three Avoidable IPO Filing Mistakes That Can Derail a Public Offering
For CFOs, controllers and accounting professionals, addressing these seemingly routine issues should be an essential part of IPO readiness.
Nonprofit November 9, 2026
Nonprofit Financial Struggles Bring Risks for Local Government
Groups that local governments count on to fill service gaps in the face of cuts to federal programs like SNAP and Medicaid are losing staff and cutting programs.
Tax News
Taxes November 6, 2026
Trump, Congress Set to Clash Over Economic Costs of Tariffs
Curbing President Donald Trump’s tariff powers won’t be easy or quick, and there’s a risk any efforts to do so in the incoming Democratic-led Congress will spur infighting in both parties.
Taxes November 6, 2026
5 Questions After Florida Voters Approved Property Tax Ballot Amendment
As local officials prepare for the rollout of Amendment 3, here are five things to watch.
Taxes November 6, 2026
AICPA Calls on IRS to Waive 2026 Estimated Tax Penalties for Certain Estates and Trusts
Questions remain about how the provision interacts with the tax rules that specifically govern estates and trusts.
Taxes November 6, 2026
‘We’re Going to Be Underwater’: What Florida’s Property Tax Cut Means for Flooding
Florida voters resoundingly decided to slash their own property taxes on election day, sending shockwaves through the local governments who now have to figure out which services to cut.
Taxes November 6, 2026
Supporters of Colorado’s Amendment 87 Declare Victory for Major Rewrite of State’s Tax Code
Measure would raise income taxes on high earners in seismic change to state fiscal policy.
Taxes November 6, 2026
Washington ‘Millionaires Tax’ is Upheld as Initiative 645 Fails
Washington's high-earners income tax has withstood an effort to repeal it, as backers of Initiative 645 conceded defeat.
Taxes November 5, 2026
IRS Adjusts Tax Brackets, Standard Deduction for Tax Year 2027
The IRS has released the tax year 2027 annual inflation adjustments for nearly 70 tax provisions.
Taxes November 5, 2026
Treasury, IRS Designate Over 6,500 Communities as Opportunity Zones
More than 6,500 communities covering all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and five U.S. territories have been federally designated as opportunity zones, the Treasury Department and the IRS announced on Thursday.
Accounting News
Technology November 9, 2026
How to Get Breached, Step 6: Share Files However is Fastest
Emailing tax returns, W-2s, and bank statements is fast. Breach notification is not.
Accounting November 9, 2026
AICPA Honors Eight Forensic and Valuation Professionals
Each year, the American Institute of CPAs honors professionals whose leadership, volunteer service, and professional achievements have strengthened the forensic and valuation community.
State CPA Societies November 9, 2026
New England Society of CPAs Announces 2026 Women to Watch
The New England Society of CPAs today announced the seven honorees of its 2026 Women to Watch Awards, marking the first time the program has recognized women from across New England.
Technology November 9, 2026
UBCC Rolls Out Human Resources Management Platform
Universal Business Computing Company has launched UBCC HRM, a new browser-based human resources management platform designed to help independent payroll processors and accounting firms expand their service offerings.
Small Business November 9, 2026
Hidden Fees? Restaurants Do It, Too
Just when I think I have seen it all when it comes to sneaky and underhanded ways that restaurants want to increase your check, I haven’t.
Financial Reporting November 9, 2026
Three Avoidable IPO Filing Mistakes That Can Derail a Public Offering
For CFOs, controllers and accounting professionals, addressing these seemingly routine issues should be an essential part of IPO readiness.
Nonprofit November 9, 2026
Nonprofit Financial Struggles Bring Risks for Local Government
Groups that local governments count on to fill service gaps in the face of cuts to federal programs like SNAP and Medicaid are losing staff and cutting programs.
PCAOB November 6, 2026
PCAOB Strips 97 Audit Firms of Registration
This is the largest mass revocation of registrations in the PCAOB's history.
Payroll News
Payroll November 9, 2026
Ghosting Your Money? How to Get Back on Track
Ignoring your money might feel blissful at first, but it can lead to bigger problems.
Technology November 9, 2026
UBCC Rolls Out Human Resources Management Platform
Universal Business Computing Company has launched UBCC HRM, a new browser-based human resources management platform designed to help independent payroll processors and accounting firms expand their service offerings.
Small Business November 9, 2026
Hidden Fees? Restaurants Do It, Too
Just when I think I have seen it all when it comes to sneaky and underhanded ways that restaurants want to increase your check, I haven’t.
Payroll November 6, 2026
U.S. Adds 165,000 Jobs, Topping All Forecasts in Broad Advance
U.S. job growth surged in October and the unemployment rate edged lower, signs of labor-market strength in an expanding economy.
Financial Planning November 6, 2026
94% of Men Feel Pressure to Financially Support Themselves and Their Dependents
Financial responsibility is closely tied to their sense of self, with 78% saying losing their job would feel like a personal failure
Payroll November 6, 2026
U.S. Companies Announce Fewest October Job Cuts in Three Years
U.S. employers announced the fewest number of job cuts for any October since 2023, while hiring plans picked up as companies began gearing up for the holiday-shopping season.
Human Resources November 5, 2026
3 in 4 Workers Are ‘Keeping Receipts’ at Work—We’re Not Talking About Financial Records
For 43% of workers, that documentation has been used to defend themselves.
Taxes November 5, 2026
House Ways and Means Chairmanship Puts Richard Neal at Center of Social Security, Taxes, Tariffs, Retirement, IRS
Rep. Richard Neal, D-MA, fresh off reelection to a 20th term in the House, is poised to do the job for the second time after the election of a new Democratic House majority.
Technology News
Technology November 9, 2026
How to Get Breached, Step 6: Share Files However is Fastest
Emailing tax returns, W-2s, and bank statements is fast. Breach notification is not.
Technology November 9, 2026
UBCC Rolls Out Human Resources Management Platform
Universal Business Computing Company has launched UBCC HRM, a new browser-based human resources management platform designed to help independent payroll processors and accounting firms expand their service offerings.
Technology November 6, 2026
TaxDome Unveils Client MCP for Accounting Firms
Practice management platform TaxDome has released a client MCP, allowing a firm's clients to reach their accountant from inside their own AI assistant.
Small Business November 6, 2026
Overview of Intuit AI in QuickBooks Online 2026
This article focuses on Intuit’s U.S. product documentation. Features vary by subscription, services, region and rollout status.
Automation November 17, 2026 Sponsored
CPE Webinar: 6 Technology Tips to Save Your Sanity This Busy Season
This webinar examines six automation and workflow technologies that reduce manual processes, standardize operations, and increase capacity.
Firm Management November 5, 2026
Financial Cents Brings Back WorkflowCon for 2026 — Bigger Than Ever and Still Free
"WorkflowCon is an opportunity to ... learn from other firm owners, and think differently about how you're running your business."
Technology November 5, 2026
Xero Simplifies Global Payments for Faith-Based Organizations
Xero announced Thursday an expanded partnership with Chaney & Associates, a specialized accounting and financial advisory firm serving churches and faith-based nonprofits.
Small Business November 5, 2026
‘AI is Being Overlooked by Small Businesses,’ Says ‘Shark Tank’ Star Daymond John
John took the stage at the LevelUp entrepreneurship conference at the Hilton Anatole in Dallas on Thursday to speak to small business owners about how they can use artificial intelligence to help grow their businesses.
Firm Management News
Technology November 9, 2026
How to Get Breached, Step 6: Share Files However is Fastest
Emailing tax returns, W-2s, and bank statements is fast. Breach notification is not.
PCAOB November 6, 2026
PCAOB Strips 97 Audit Firms of Registration
This is the largest mass revocation of registrations in the PCAOB's history.
Taxes November 6, 2026
AICPA Calls on IRS to Waive 2026 Estimated Tax Penalties for Certain Estates and Trusts
Questions remain about how the provision interacts with the tax rules that specifically govern estates and trusts.
Mergers and Acquisitions November 6, 2026
Private Equity Group Raises $21.5M to Acquire Accounting Firms in Under $5M Range
Even smaller firms are attractive, some with with annual billings as low as $700,000 to $5 million
Automation November 17, 2026 Sponsored
CPE Webinar: 6 Technology Tips to Save Your Sanity This Busy Season
This webinar examines six automation and workflow technologies that reduce manual processes, standardize operations, and increase capacity.
Firm Management November 5, 2026
Financial Cents Brings Back WorkflowCon for 2026 — Bigger Than Ever and Still Free
"WorkflowCon is an opportunity to ... learn from other firm owners, and think differently about how you're running your business."
Mergers and Acquisitions November 5, 2026
UHY Continues National Expansion with Addition of Merki & Associates
The transaction marks the tenth strategic combination UHY has made with like-minded firms this year.
Mergers and Acquisitions November 5, 2026
CDP Joins Sorren, Expanding Technology Solutions and Business Advisory Capabilities
The combination strengthens Sorren's Digital Advisory practice and expands technology and advisory resources for construction companies and other project-driven organizations.
Webinars
November 17, 2026
CPE Webinar: 6 Technology Tips to Save Your Sanity This Busy Season
This webinar examines six automation and workflow technologies that reduce manual processes, standardize operations, and increase capacity.
November 18, 2026
CPE / IRS CE Webinar: Amended Individual Returns: Form 1040-X, Filing Rules & Best Practices
Amending an individual tax return requires careful attention to timing, documentation, filing requirements, and taxpayer expectations. This webinar explains common reasons returns must be corrected, the key differences between amended and superseded returns, and the requirements for filing Form 1040-X.
November 4, 2026
Archived Webcast: Beyond the Chatbot: What It Actually Takes to Deploy AI Safely in Your Firm
General AI chatbots are everywhere in accounting firms today, approved or not, but they hit a wall fast: every new conversation means rebuilding context from scratch, and every upload is a judgment call about security.
October 14, 2026
Archived Webcast: Midterms and the Tax Agenda: What 2026 Could Mean for Tax Professionals
Oct 14 - In this session, hosts will examine the political and policy landscape heading into the midterms, including how polling, congressional race ratings, election forecasts, and prediction markets differ—and where each has limitations.