In this issue
February 22, 2021
2021 Reviews of Client Portals for Accounting Firms
This review will help guide you through understanding the different solutions—and which ones may be the best fit for you. For technophiles in accounting, this guide will help you better appreciate the features and functions of the ...
October 26, 2020
Set Yourself Some Deadlines
There are historical references from the 19th century supporting an origin of the word, deadline, indicating a line or ditch created around the perimeter of a prison, over which if a prisoner crosses he (or she) will be shot dead.
October 21, 2020
No Pane, No Gain: The Benefits of Windowed Working
Windowed work means breaking up your business day into two or three separate time slots, or windows. Traditionally, this hasn’t been possible. When people have a long commute to the office, it’s not practical to work multiple daily shifts.
October 19, 2020
How to Work Securely at Home During the COVID-19 Crisis
While no one can predict the long- term impact of the pandemic, accounting firms are finding that remote work capabilities are not only a required, but highly viable solution and may well become the new norm as long as it can be done effectively and ...
October 19, 2020
Tax Changes Shake Up SALT Deductions
In the not-so-distant past, taxpayers who itemized could generally write off the full amount of state and local tax (SALT) payments, without any dollar restrictions. This often created a tax windfall for residents of states where income taxes or ...
October 14, 2020
2020 Reviews of Professional Payroll Systems
Like everything else, payroll processing has changed. Years ago, payroll services were mainly used by larger companies, and affordable options were not readily available for smaller businesses. But the products on the market today are suitable for ...
October 6, 2020
Does Your Firm Have a Clear Communication Vision?
2020 has been such an unusual year that I did not expect to have such a pleasant Labor Day weekend. After spending one on one time with my oldest daughter, we reaffirmed something that many of you may mistakenly take for granted.
October 5, 2020
Coronavirus, Lawsuits, and Workers Compensation
COVID-19 cases continue to rise following record numbers of new cases reported over the past few months in California, Florida, Texas, and several other states. This recent dramatic increase in cases has caused a sluggish reopening of the economy in ...
October 1, 2020
Boo! 12 Social Media Tricks to Avoid
Social media doesn’t have to be scary. By mixing a potion of entertainment with education, you are providing valuable information in a way that makes people want to come back for more.
September 30, 2020
The Accountant’s Entity Guidebook
Ready to start your own accounting firm? Here's how to decide which entity type is best if when starting a new practice.
September 30, 2020
AICPA News – Oct. 1, 2020
AICPA News is a roundup of recent association announcements.
September 1, 2020
3 Digital Strategies to Improve Accounting Firm Agility
Technology is the tool that will help you accomplish that aim most effectively, and adopting these three digital strategies should be your first priority as you set out to improve agility at your firm. Here's what to do.