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Taxes January 16, 2026
Intuit Opens a Brick and Mortar TurboTax Office in New York City, Plans On Locations Nationwide
Intuit says it plans to launch nearly 600 Expert Office locations, and 20 new TurboTax stores in locations across the nation.
Accounting Technology Lab Podcast January 23, 2026
More from CES 2026 – The Accounting Technology Lab Podcast – Jan. 2026
Randy and Brian continue their CES 2026 coverage by focusing on infrastructure technology and what it means for accounting firms and finance teams. The discussion moves beyond flashy gadgets to the foundational technologies powering AI, automation, and modern cloud platforms.
Taxes January 22, 2026
California Billionaire Tax Proposal Roils Bay Area Havens, Divides Politicians
The proposal is roiling some of the Bay Area’s havens for the ultra-wealthy and setting off a vitriolic political fight over how far the state should go to fund its health care system—and whether the super-rich will tolerate it.
Taxes January 22, 2026
Yale Will Cut Graduate Student Enrollment Due to Federal Endowment Tax Hike, Dean Says
Yale University will be admitting fewer graduate students in response to the looming federal endowment tax hike that university officials warn is creating a major budget shortfall.
Technology January 22, 2026
Ramp Launches Live Budget Tracking Solution
Ramp has introduced Ramp Budgets, a real-time budget tracking solution that uses artificial intelligence to connect a company's financial plan directly to live spend.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 22, 2026
LBMC Acquires Torrillo & Associates
The top 35 firm has expanded into Pennsylvania following the addition of Torrillo & Associates, a CPA firm that specializes in employee benefit plan audits, including 401(k), 403(b), and pension plans, effective Jan. 1.
Accounting January 22, 2026
Forwardly Announces Partner Certification Program
The new program enables accountants, bookkeepers, and financial professionals to become Forwardly Certified Partners by completing a short certification exam or attending a live training session.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 22, 2026
KSM Launches Investment Banking Practice After M&A Deal
The top 50 accounting firm has launched KSM Corporate Finance following the acquisition of Charter Capital Partners, a Grand Rapids, MI-based investment banking firm.
Tax News
Taxes January 16, 2026
Intuit Opens a Brick and Mortar TurboTax Office in New York City, Plans On Locations Nationwide
Intuit says it plans to launch nearly 600 Expert Office locations, and 20 new TurboTax stores in locations across the nation.
Taxes January 22, 2026
California Billionaire Tax Proposal Roils Bay Area Havens, Divides Politicians
The proposal is roiling some of the Bay Area’s havens for the ultra-wealthy and setting off a vitriolic political fight over how far the state should go to fund its health care system—and whether the super-rich will tolerate it.
Taxes January 22, 2026
Yale Will Cut Graduate Student Enrollment Due to Federal Endowment Tax Hike, Dean Says
Yale University will be admitting fewer graduate students in response to the looming federal endowment tax hike that university officials warn is creating a major budget shortfall.
Taxes January 21, 2026
Mamdani Signals He’s Ready to Push Gov. Hochul on Tax Hikes as NYC Budget Shortfall Looms
Facing a potential $12 billion budget gap, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani indicated Jan. 21 he may push Gov. Kathy Hochul in budget negotiations to include tax hikes on millionaires and corporations.
Taxes January 21, 2026
IRS Says Military Members Are Not Taxed for This ‘Qualified Military Benefit’
The payments, which were part of President Donald Trump’s “Warrior Dividend” announced before Christmas and totaled $1,776, were distributed to approximately 1.45 million active-duty service members.
Taxes January 21, 2026
IRS, Treasury Update Safe Harbor Explanations for Retirement Plan Administrators
Notice 2026-13 provides two safe harbor explanations that plan administrators can use to satisfy the requirement under Section 402(f) of the tax code to provide certain information to recipients of eligible rollover distributions.
Taxes January 21, 2026
California Crypto Startup Moves to South Dakota as Debate Over Proposed Wealth Tax Heats Up
California cryptocurrency startup BitGo has moved to South Dakota ahead of its initial public offering and amid a heated debate about a proposed ballot measure to tax billionaires.
Taxes January 21, 2026
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu Not Backing Down From Tax Shift Bill After Massachusetts Senate Rebuke
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu said twice this week that she intends to stick with her bill to override the state’s property tax law despite continued opposition.
Accounting News
Technology January 22, 2026
Ramp Launches Live Budget Tracking Solution
Ramp has introduced Ramp Budgets, a real-time budget tracking solution that uses artificial intelligence to connect a company's financial plan directly to live spend.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 22, 2026
LBMC Acquires Torrillo & Associates
The top 35 firm has expanded into Pennsylvania following the addition of Torrillo & Associates, a CPA firm that specializes in employee benefit plan audits, including 401(k), 403(b), and pension plans, effective Jan. 1.
Accounting January 22, 2026
Forwardly Announces Partner Certification Program
The new program enables accountants, bookkeepers, and financial professionals to become Forwardly Certified Partners by completing a short certification exam or attending a live training session.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 22, 2026
KSM Launches Investment Banking Practice After M&A Deal
The top 50 accounting firm has launched KSM Corporate Finance following the acquisition of Charter Capital Partners, a Grand Rapids, MI-based investment banking firm.
Accounting January 22, 2026
TaxPlanIQ Founder Releases New Book, ‘The Balanced Millionaire: Advisor Edition’
This comprehensive guide from Dr. Jackie Meyer, CPA, is designed to help accountants, advisors, and firm leaders build seven-figure practices without burnout by aligning profitability, purpose, and personal well-being.
Technology January 22, 2026
Cetrom Ranked on Top 250 MSSP List for 2025
The recognition from Cyber Risk Alliance and MSSP Alert signifies Cetrom’s commitment to delivering security-first, intelligence-driven cloud infrastructure designed to support the next generation of AI-enabled accounting workflows.
Payroll January 21, 2026
The Era of the ‘Linear Career’ is Over, Says New ACCA Report
Preparing for this flexible career structure is at the core of suggested actions made in ACCA’s major new report, Career Paths Reimagined.
Financial Reporting January 21, 2026
AI Is Leading CFOs to Spend More Time on Investor Relations
The use of AI tools in investor research means that CFOs are devoting more time to investor relations, according to Gartner Inc., a business and technology insights company.
Payroll News
Payroll January 22, 2026
Survey Says Gen Z Has Worst Work Ethic
46% of workers believe Baby Boomers have the strongest work ethic, followed by Gen X at 26%, Millennials at 19%, and Gen Z at 9%.
Payroll January 21, 2026
New Year, Less Burnout: The Fastest-Growing Low-Stress Jobs for 2026
Actuarial roles top the list as the fastest-growing, with a median salary of $125,770. Demand for actuaries in the U.S. is projected to rise 21.8% by 2034, bringing the estimated number of jobs to 409,000.
Payroll January 21, 2026
The Era of the ‘Linear Career’ is Over, Says New ACCA Report
Preparing for this flexible career structure is at the core of suggested actions made in ACCA’s major new report, Career Paths Reimagined.
Payroll January 19, 2026
Americans Set Ambitious Financial Goals for 2026 But Rising Cost of Living Could Disrupt Those Plans
Half (50%) of Americans with 2026 financial goals fear cost of living increases (e.g., housing, groceries, utilities), could keep them from achieving those goals.
Payroll January 19, 2026
Colorado May Have Sparked a Push for Salary Transparency
Colorado cracked open the culture of secrecy around salaries when it started forcing employers to include pay ranges in job postings. It also sparked an international trend.
Payroll January 19, 2026
Federal Government Backs Down on Student Loan Wage Garnishment, For Now
In a press release Friday afternoon, the Department of Education announced it will delay involuntary collections on defaulted federal student loans.
Artificial Intelligence January 18, 2026
Could AI Create More Jobs Than it Eliminates? No … But There’s More to It
1 in 5 workers report knowing someone who has lost a job to AI in the past year, signaling that the technology’s influence on employment is becoming more visible.
Economy January 16, 2026
Accountants Enter 2026 Downbeat on Global Economic Prospects
Responses from almost 1,200 finance professionals demonstrated weak global confidence mostly unchanged over the majority of the past year.
Technology News
Technology January 22, 2026
Ramp Launches Live Budget Tracking Solution
Ramp has introduced Ramp Budgets, a real-time budget tracking solution that uses artificial intelligence to connect a company's financial plan directly to live spend.
Accounting January 22, 2026
Forwardly Announces Partner Certification Program
The new program enables accountants, bookkeepers, and financial professionals to become Forwardly Certified Partners by completing a short certification exam or attending a live training session.
Technology January 22, 2026
Cetrom Ranked on Top 250 MSSP List for 2025
The recognition from Cyber Risk Alliance and MSSP Alert signifies Cetrom’s commitment to delivering security-first, intelligence-driven cloud infrastructure designed to support the next generation of AI-enabled accounting workflows.
Financial Reporting January 21, 2026
AI Is Leading CFOs to Spend More Time on Investor Relations
The use of AI tools in investor research means that CFOs are devoting more time to investor relations, according to Gartner Inc., a business and technology insights company.
Technology January 21, 2026
Gotransverse and Pramata Partner to Align Contract Intelligence with Enterprise Billing Execution
The companies enable organizations to ensure complex commercial agreements are accurately reflected in enterprise billing and revenue outcomes.
Technology January 20, 2026
Schneider Downs Digital Launches LumenFI, an AI-Powered Platform Transforming Finance Operations
Powered by generative AI and advanced machine learning, LumenFI delivers accurate data and continuously improves by observing and learning how finance professionals work.
Small Business January 19, 2026
4 in 5 Small Businesses Had Cyberattacks Last Year and Almost Half of Those Were AI Powered
Small businesses are raising prices to make up for losses from cybercrime, according to a survey by the Identity Theft Resource Center.
Technology January 18, 2026
Canopy Adds AI-Powered Tax Prep Through New Filed Integration
Canopy has announced the addition of AI-powered tax preparation to its accounting practice management software through a new integration with AI tax prep platform Filed.
Firm Management News
Mergers and Acquisitions January 22, 2026
LBMC Acquires Torrillo & Associates
The top 35 firm has expanded into Pennsylvania following the addition of Torrillo & Associates, a CPA firm that specializes in employee benefit plan audits, including 401(k), 403(b), and pension plans, effective Jan. 1.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 22, 2026
KSM Launches Investment Banking Practice After M&A Deal
The top 50 accounting firm has launched KSM Corporate Finance following the acquisition of Charter Capital Partners, a Grand Rapids, MI-based investment banking firm.
Firm Management January 21, 2026
BDO USA Named the Official Tax and Audit Partner of the LPGA
This collaboration unites two organizations dedicated to helping people thrive - whether in the world of business or on the fairway.
State and Local Taxes January 21, 2026
Aprio Acquires SALT Team of Denver-Based TaxOps
This expansion supercharges Aprio’s SALT practice, giving clients access to a larger, nationally coordinated team ready to tackle multistate tax and advisory challenges across more jurisdictions
Mergers and Acquisitions January 20, 2026
Casey Neilon Joins Sorren, Strengthening Western Presence
Sorren was formed in 2025 through the combination of leading regional firms and private equity backing, with a mission to build a forward-thinking, nationally connected firm that remains deeply rooted in local markets.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 20, 2026
Ascend Accounting Firms in California and Georgia Make Acquisitions
Ascend is a strategic partner for regional accounting leaders, backed by private equity firm Alpine Investors.
Accounting January 20, 2026 Sponsored
Cultivating the Next Generation of Accounting Professionals: Inside the Intuit ProAdvisor Student Mentorship Program
Sponsored: The accounting profession is facing a dual challenge that threatens the longevity and efficiency of firms: A talent shortage and a widening skills gap.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 17, 2026
EisnerAmper Combines with MLCworks
The top 15 accounting firm has added MLCworks, a digital marketing and growth advisory firm based in Metairie, LA, in a deal that closed in early January.
Webinars
January 20, 2026
Archived Webinar: The Psychology of a Modern Tax Workflow: Reducing Anxiety, Decision Fatigue, and Compliance Risk
Most firms focus on efficiency, automation, and AI, but the real challenges inside a tax workflow are often simpler and more human: unclear expectations, too many handoffs, information scattered across tools, and clients or staff feeling unsure about what comes next.
January 5, 2026
Archived Webcast: Master Filing Amended and Superseded Returns on Form 1040-X
Filing corrected returns can be confusing—but it doesn’t have to be. Join Amanda Watson, EA, for a practical session designed to help you confidently navigate amended and superseded returns.
December 16, 2025
Archived Webcast: The Future-Ready Tax Firm: Automation, AI, and Competitive Advantage
Manual processes slow your firm—and cost time, money, and talent. Firms that embrace automation and modern technology save hours, reduce costs, and build a workplace that attracts the next generation of CPAs.
December 4, 2025
Archived Webcast: The Future of Your Firm: Unlocking Growth Through Integration, Innovation, and Insight
Discover the roadmap to achieving future-ready success for your tax and accounting firm by joining us at our The Future of Your Firm: Unlocking Growth Through Integration, Innovation, and Insight webinar.