Review

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As changes are made to tax laws and technology, the business owners interact with their customers and tax and accounting professionals change. Many tax professionals find themselves moving from the role of tax return preparer to year-round consultant.

Bloomberg BNA, Inc. — Bloomberg BNA Tax & Accounting Center and Financial Resource Center800-372-1033www.bna.com From the Dec. 2012 review of tax research systems. Best Fit: Tax, accounting and legal professionals who want up-to-date tax law content, news and analyses. Strengths Complete integration of primary source documentation with Bloomberg BNA portfolios, which are written by experts […]

CCH, a Wolters Kluwer business – IntelliConnect888-224-7377CCHGroup.com From the Dec. 2012 review of tax research systems. BEST FIT: Tax, accounting and legal professionals looking for a comprehensive tax and research solution. STRENGTHS Available on iOS and Android mobile devices – CCH Mobile Various search options tailored to the user’s needs and preferences Can have up […]

Intuit – Tax Research for Lacerte & ProSeries 800-200-7599lacerte.intuit.com/products/tax-researchproseries.intuit.com/products/tax-research From the Dec. 2012 review of tax research systems. BEST FIT: Tax firms that currently use Intuit’s Lacerte and/or ProSeries tax solutions. STRENGTHS: No additional fees for multiple users Uses Google’s Search Engine Access to Intuit’s online forum for Lacerte and ProSeries users Direct integration with […]

Thomson Reuters – Checkpoint 800-950-1216checkpoint.thomsonretuers.com From the Dec. 2012 review of tax research systems. BEST FIT: Tax and accounting professionals looking for a consistent tax and accounting research solution STRENGTHS: User-specific customization Comprehensive search function Synchronization between mobile and full versions of the site POTENTIAL LIMITATIONS: Numerous search options may be burdensome for new or […]

Thomson Reuters – Accounting CS800-968-8900www.cs.thomson.com From the Nov. 2012 review of client write-up systems. Best Fit: Professional accounting firms seeking write-up and full trial balance functionality as part of a broader integrated professional suite of programs for tax, client accounting, document management and other services. Strengths: Thorough integration with other CS Professional Suite programs Client-side […]

RedGear Technologies — TaxWorks Tax Planner800-230-2322www.taxworks.com From the October 2012 review of professional tax planning systems. Best Fit: Small tax-focused practices using TaxWorks who want an integrated tax estimation and scenario testing tool that can help clients prepare for potential liability changes. Strengths:• User friendly interface• Adjustable inflation projections• Affordable price-point• Direct integration with TaxWorks […]