Accounting February 6, 2026
AICPA News – Feb. 2026
AICPA News is a round-up of recent announcements from the American Institute of CPAs, the Association of International CPAs, and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).
June 10, 2013
Mortgage industry seeing highest job growth in 5 years
Mortgage employers expanded their monthly payrolls, making a significant gain over the past year. The last time mortgage staffing was this strong was during the George W. Bush administration.
June 10, 2013
Report: Low wages put many WalMart workers on assistance
WalMart Stores Inc. wages are so low they force many of its employees onto the public doles, creating a drag on taxpayers and the economy, according to a new report from the staff of congressional Democrats.
June 10, 2013
In attempt to avoid bankruptcy, Detroit offers creditors less than 10 percent
Detroit's attempt to avoid bankruptcy will hit a critical stage next week as emergency manager Kevyn Orr brings together dozens of creditors to present a stark offer: less than 10 cents on the dollar for the loans, bonds, retiree obligations and other debts that have been strangling the city for years.
June 10, 2013
Ohio Senate passes state budget
The Ohio Senate passed the two-year, $61.7 billion budget today along party lines, offering up tax cuts for business owners and more money for schools, including 13 of 16 in Franklin County.
June 9, 2013
New Florida law speeds up foreclosure process
In the week before Florida Gov. Rick Scott's deadline to sign a bill that would speed up the state's residential mortgage foreclosure process, bank employees flooded his inbox with a form letter urging his approval.
June 9, 2013
In Kentucky, not paying taxes can result in loss of drivers and professional licenses
Beginning July 1, Kentuckians who don't pay their state taxes can lose their drivers and professional licenses and their ability to register and license a vehicle.
June 9, 2013
New Oklahoma tax bill challenged by attorney as unconstitutional
Oklahoma City attorney Jerry Fent challenged a highly touted tax-cut bill Thursday. Fent filed suit with the Oklahoma Supreme Court alleging that House Bill 2032 violates the state Constitution because it contains more than one subject.
June 8, 2013
Maine bill to get marijuana legalization on ballot loses by 4 votes
The Maine House fell four votes short Friday of endorsing a measure that would move Maine closer to a statewide vote on legalizing recreational use of marijuana.
June 8, 2013
Hard Times for the GPS Market
These are not easy times for the commercial GPS marketplace. That may seem peculiar to those who have grown up with these devices.
June 8, 2013
New cloud-based accounting system for manufacturers
The system will enable manufacturers to efficiently manage their production related activities so they can grow and be profitable.
June 8, 2013
Hard Times For The GPS Market
These are not easy times for the commercial GPS marketplace. That may seem peculiar to those who have grown up with these devices.
June 6, 2013
HR pros believe new college grads are lazy and disloyal
Young professionals often face challenges when seeking a job, and their age can be one of the first negative impressions. According to a recent survey conducted by online career network Beyond.com, there's a vast difference in how job seekers view themselves, compared to how they're seen from the perspective of an HR professional.