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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.
State CPA Societies August 26, 2026
CalCPA Opposes Proposed California Billionaire Tax
The association representing California's CPA profession said Tuesday that it opposes a November ballot measure that would impose a one-time tax on billionaires to help fund healthcare programs in the state.
Taxes August 26, 2026
How Property Tax Caps Keep Too Many Homes Off the Market
By locking owners in place, Proposition 13-style assessment limitations put the homes that growing families need out of reach. Some states are finding ways to hold down tax bills while avoiding this trap.
Auditing August 26, 2026
AuditDashboard Launches Collaborative Scheduling
Communicating and agreeing on engagement expectations is an essential part of the client experience.
Sales Tax August 26, 2026
In Seattle, a Tax Increase is Pitched as an Affordability Measure
Seattle voters will consider a measure to increase taxes to buy more bus service this fall. They have a history of supporting transit, while similar measures in other cities face more uncertain prospects.
Technology August 26, 2026
53% of Laid-Off Workers Believe AI Played a Role in Their Job Loss — But Most Were Never Told
Workers who suspect AI was involved outnumber those who received direct confirmation by 9 percentage points.
Technology August 26, 2026
Basware Signs Agreement to Acquire Trustpair
Trustpair works with customers running one or more ERP, procurement or treasury system.
Economy August 26, 2026
Americans are Skipping Milestones Due to Cost of Living
Nearly a quarter (24.9%) reported postponing the purchase of their own home, while 23.2% said they were delaying marriage.
Tax News
State CPA Societies August 26, 2026
CalCPA Opposes Proposed California Billionaire Tax
The association representing California's CPA profession said Tuesday that it opposes a November ballot measure that would impose a one-time tax on billionaires to help fund healthcare programs in the state.
Taxes August 26, 2026
How Property Tax Caps Keep Too Many Homes Off the Market
By locking owners in place, Proposition 13-style assessment limitations put the homes that growing families need out of reach. Some states are finding ways to hold down tax bills while avoiding this trap.
Sales Tax August 26, 2026
In Seattle, a Tax Increase is Pitched as an Affordability Measure
Seattle voters will consider a measure to increase taxes to buy more bus service this fall. They have a history of supporting transit, while similar measures in other cities face more uncertain prospects.
IRS August 25, 2026
IRS CEO Bisignano Talks Taxes with Practitioners in New York City
IRS CEO Frank Bisignano met with tax professionals at the IRS Nationwide Tax Forum in New York City last week as part of the agency's efforts to engage with taxpayers and their representatives.
Taxes August 25, 2026
Tax Court Gives Mixed Ruling on Case Involving Social Media Influencer
He met presidents and attended the Emmys, and had meet-and-greets with Matt Damon, Benedict Cumberbatch, Mark Ruffalo, and other celebrities.
IRS August 25, 2026
IRS: Start Preparing for Transition to New Information Returns Intake System
Current Filing Information Returns Electronically (FIRE) system users must transition to IRIS to file tax year 2026 information returns during the 2027 filing season.
Taxes August 24, 2026
IRS Keeps Interest Rates Steady for Q4 2026
Interest rates for tax underpayments and overpayments will stay the same for the fourth calendar quarter of 2026, which begins on Oct. 1, the IRS said on Friday.
Taxes August 24, 2026
Whiplash: The 5th Circuit Rewrites the Limited-Partner Self-Employment Tax Test; Tax Pros Should Check in With Clients
There’s an ongoing legal debate taking place in the courts over the self-employment tax treatment of partnership income that is flying below the radar for many busy tax professionals.
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.
State CPA Societies August 26, 2026
CalCPA Opposes Proposed California Billionaire Tax
The association representing California's CPA profession said Tuesday that it opposes a November ballot measure that would impose a one-time tax on billionaires to help fund healthcare programs in the state.
Auditing August 26, 2026
AuditDashboard Launches Collaborative Scheduling
Communicating and agreeing on engagement expectations is an essential part of the client experience.
Financial Reporting August 26, 2026
AI Forecasting Jumps Among CFOs, But ROI Remains Elusive
Protiviti notes that among the 77% of finance organizations now employing AI, financial forecasting has emerged as the leading AI use case.
Firm Management August 26, 2026
Nick Steiner Named CEO of BPM
Nick Steiner, a 20-year veteran of BPM, has been appointed as the top 50 accounting firm's next CEO, succeeding Jim Wallace, who announced his retirement last March.
State CPA Societies August 26, 2026
Miklos Ringbauer, CPA, Named Chair of CalCPA’s Board of Directors
Ringbauer has been active in CalCPA leadership for more than a decade, serving at both the local and state levels.
Technology August 26, 2026
Andera and RSM US Partner to Create AI-Enabled Control Testing Platform for Internal Audit
Andera’s AI technology will be integrated into RSM’s next-generation audit platform, helping auditors spend less time on manual testing activities and more time analyzing risks, identifying trends and advising the business.
Technology August 26, 2026
Cetrom Receives Boomer Leadership Visionary Award at 2026 Boomer Circles Summit
Cetrom was selected for its long-standing commitment to helping accounting firms improve reliability, strengthen security, advance compliance readiness, and modernize with confidence.
Payroll News
Technology August 26, 2026
53% of Laid-Off Workers Believe AI Played a Role in Their Job Loss — But Most Were Never Told
Workers who suspect AI was involved outnumber those who received direct confirmation by 9 percentage points.
Economy August 26, 2026
Americans are Skipping Milestones Due to Cost of Living
Nearly a quarter (24.9%) reported postponing the purchase of their own home, while 23.2% said they were delaying marriage.
Economy August 25, 2026
Dallas-Fort Worth Passes L.A. to Take 5th in Tech Jobs in U.S.
Between 2022 and 2025, the Dallas area was among the biggest job gainers, adding more than 37,000 positions.
Staffing August 25, 2026
Survey Finds Gig Work Is Becoming a Pathway to Primary Income and Entrepreneurship
56% of gig workers surveyed say gig work accounts for the majority of their household income.
Technology August 25, 2026
Deel Enables Stablecoin Payouts to Plasma One
The payroll and human resources platform said it's enabling USDT payouts on Plasma, meaning workers can now receive Deel payouts on Plasma and spend those earnings through its Plasma One financial platform.
Retirement August 25, 2026
ASPPA Announces New Qualified Pooled Plan Professional (QP3) Credential
The American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries has announced the Qualified Pooled Plan Professional, or QP3, a new credential designed to help retirement plan professionals understand how pooled plans work in practice.
Payroll August 25, 2026
Trump Plans New $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee After Court Defeat
Companies would pay roughly $103,000 for each candidate they sponsor for a visa under the H-1B program for foreign-born professionals, according to the regulatory proposal Monday.
Economy August 25, 2026
Retail Earnings Show U.S. Consumers Keep Spending for the Right Price
Resilient shoppers are still opening their wallets when they find the right product at the right price.
Technology News
Auditing August 26, 2026
AuditDashboard Launches Collaborative Scheduling
Communicating and agreeing on engagement expectations is an essential part of the client experience.
Technology August 26, 2026
53% of Laid-Off Workers Believe AI Played a Role in Their Job Loss — But Most Were Never Told
Workers who suspect AI was involved outnumber those who received direct confirmation by 9 percentage points.
Technology August 26, 2026
Basware Signs Agreement to Acquire Trustpair
Trustpair works with customers running one or more ERP, procurement or treasury system.
Financial Reporting August 26, 2026
AI Forecasting Jumps Among CFOs, But ROI Remains Elusive
Protiviti notes that among the 77% of finance organizations now employing AI, financial forecasting has emerged as the leading AI use case.
Technology August 26, 2026
5 Questions to Ask About Client Data Security in a Hosted Environment
Here are five practical, vendor-neutral questions an accounting or tax firm should ask before choosing any technology provider.
Technology August 26, 2026
Andera and RSM US Partner to Create AI-Enabled Control Testing Platform for Internal Audit
Andera’s AI technology will be integrated into RSM’s next-generation audit platform, helping auditors spend less time on manual testing activities and more time analyzing risks, identifying trends and advising the business.
Technology August 26, 2026
Cetrom Receives Boomer Leadership Visionary Award at 2026 Boomer Circles Summit
Cetrom was selected for its long-standing commitment to helping accounting firms improve reliability, strengthen security, advance compliance readiness, and modernize with confidence.
Technology August 26, 2026
superglue Brings AI-Powered Implementation Automation to the Sage Intacct Marketplace
San Francisco-based superglue is a suite of AI agents for enterprise transformation projects that implement Sage solutions.
Firm Management News
Firm Management August 26, 2026
Nick Steiner Named CEO of BPM
Nick Steiner, a 20-year veteran of BPM, has been appointed as the top 50 accounting firm's next CEO, succeeding Jim Wallace, who announced his retirement last March.
Technology August 26, 2026
5 Questions to Ask About Client Data Security in a Hosted Environment
Here are five practical, vendor-neutral questions an accounting or tax firm should ask before choosing any technology provider.
Firm Management August 25, 2026
HBK Secures Outside Investment From H.I.G. Capital
HBK is the latest top 50 accounting firm to receive outside capital, as it's selling a stake to H.I.G. Capital, a global alternative investment firm based in Miami with $75 billion of assets under management.
Staffing August 25, 2026
Survey Finds Gig Work Is Becoming a Pathway to Primary Income and Entrepreneurship
56% of gig workers surveyed say gig work accounts for the majority of their household income.
Staffing August 25, 2026
43% of Workers Say Their AI Skills Are Behind What They Need to Stay Competitive
Workers are not only measuring their AI readiness against changing career expectations, but also against their coworkers.
Firm Management August 25, 2026
RSM Releases 2026 Impact Report, Makes Big Bets on Global Scale, Talent Development and AI
RSM is expanding its transatlantic platform, realizing value from its $1B AI investment and strengthening its position
Firm Management August 24, 2026
Manager Experience Survey to Measure Middle of the Firm Talent Pipeline
The Illinois CPA Society is launching a new survey as a part of its ongoing research into the accounting talent pipeline.
Staffing August 24, 2026
44% of Employers Report Unfilled Roles as Hiring Process Takes Longer
The hiring process itself may be getting in the way of filling open jobs, as U.S. companies report more unfilled roles.
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.