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Technology May 11, 2026
2026 Readers’ Choice Awards Spotlight the Best Accounting, Tax & Small Business Tech
The Readers' Choice Awards give readers the chance to spotlight the technologies they most respect and trust to provide client services, manage their firms, and help their clients run their businesses.
Auditing May 15, 2026
Group Audits: Why Complexity Persists and Why Judgment Still Matters Most
Under new, risk-based standards, group auditors still face critical judgements about complex matters.
Marketing May 15, 2026
The Simple Lead Generation Funnel Most Accounting Firms Are Missing
A lead generation funnel is simply the path a potential client takes from first hearing about your firm to becoming a paying client.
Taxes May 15, 2026
Taylor Swift, Lawsuits and Quirky Exemptions: How Empty Homes Tax Works in Six Locations
San Diego will vote on a vacant homes tax in June. Here's how it works in Rhode Island—home of the "Taylor Swift Tax"—and elsewhere.
Benefits May 15, 2026
Beware: Your Social Media May Be Making You the Target of a Fast-Rising Social Security Scam
Social Security Administration officials warn of a rising scam in which criminals use the names of real government employees and doctored badge images to build trust and steal money.
Small Business May 15, 2026
State Officials Demand Transparency as Businesses Get Billions in Trump Tariff Refunds
The administration could potentially hand back over $166 billion following a Supreme Court decision ruling the tariffs illegal.
Firm Management June 9, 2026 Sponsored
Ask Ryan Lazanis Anything
Tax season might be in the rearview mirror, but for many firm owners, the sprint never ends. If you feel like your firm is running you, instead of the other way around, bring your questions to Ryan Lazanis, CPA, of Future Firm Accelerate in this “Ask Me Anything” webinar.
Taxes May 15, 2026
New Tax on NYC Real Estate Sales Aimed at Helping Mamdani Close City Budget Gap
The new tax, which would assess a surcharge of 1% of the sale price for city homes purchased in cash for at least $1 million, is expected to generate $160 million annually.
Tax News
Technology May 11, 2026
2026 Readers’ Choice Awards Spotlight the Best Accounting, Tax & Small Business Tech
The Readers' Choice Awards give readers the chance to spotlight the technologies they most respect and trust to provide client services, manage their firms, and help their clients run their businesses.
Taxes May 15, 2026
Taylor Swift, Lawsuits and Quirky Exemptions: How Empty Homes Tax Works in Six Locations
San Diego will vote on a vacant homes tax in June. Here's how it works in Rhode Island—home of the "Taylor Swift Tax"—and elsewhere.
Small Business May 15, 2026
State Officials Demand Transparency as Businesses Get Billions in Trump Tariff Refunds
The administration could potentially hand back over $166 billion following a Supreme Court decision ruling the tariffs illegal.
Taxes May 15, 2026
New Tax on NYC Real Estate Sales Aimed at Helping Mamdani Close City Budget Gap
The new tax, which would assess a surcharge of 1% of the sale price for city homes purchased in cash for at least $1 million, is expected to generate $160 million annually.
Taxes May 15, 2026
IRS Extends Tax Deadline Again for Most Western Washington Residents
Tax Day may have passed weeks ago, but Washington residents living in areas affected by storms, flooding and landslides late last year are getting yet another extension.
IRS May 14, 2026
Hiring Watch: IRS is Looking for a Few Good Appeals Officers
If you've ever yearned to work in the IRS Independent Office of Appeals, now's your chance.
Taxes May 14, 2026
Opinion: The Real Challenge Facing Tax Professionals Isn’t Complexity. It’s Preventable Friction
Many of the profession's operational burdens this filing season were not driven solely by tax complexity. They were driven by preventable breakdowns.
Taxes May 14, 2026
Hassan Proposes Bipartisan Bill to Give Tax Relief to Families of Fallen First Responders
Sen. Maggie Hassan, D-N.H., is co-authoring bipartisan legislation to provide two years of federal income tax forgiveness for families of fallen first responders.
Accounting News
Auditing May 15, 2026
Group Audits: Why Complexity Persists and Why Judgment Still Matters Most
Under new, risk-based standards, group auditors still face critical judgements about complex matters.
Small Business May 15, 2026
State Officials Demand Transparency as Businesses Get Billions in Trump Tariff Refunds
The administration could potentially hand back over $166 billion following a Supreme Court decision ruling the tariffs illegal.
Mergers and Acquisitions May 15, 2026
Abbott, Stringham & Lynch Adds Accounting Solutions Firm ArightCo
Abbott, Stringham & Lynch, a full-service CPA firm in Silicon Valley, CA, has acquired San Jose, CA-based ArightCo, an integrated finance and accounting partner for midsized organizations.
Mergers and Acquisitions May 15, 2026
Vancouver-Area CPA Firm Acquires National Accounting Practice
Vancouver, WA-based Lewis Group CPAs announced Wednesday that it acquired Atlas Accounting Group, a national practice focused on serving trades businesses, in April.
Mergers and Acquisitions May 14, 2026
Ascend Brings Alabama-Based Jackson Thornton Into the Fold
Montgomery, AL-based Jackson Thornton, an INSIDE Public Accounting top 200 accounting firm, has joined the Ascend platform.
Audit Standards May 14, 2026
AICPA’s Auditing Board Updates Confirmation Standards
The American Institute of CPAs' Auditing Standards Board approved a standards update on Thursday that aims to modernize how CPAs obtain audit evidence through external confirmation procedures.
Accounting May 14, 2026
Forvis Mazars Expands International Desks to Include China and Japan
The top 10 accounting firm has launched two new international desks to enhance services for U.S. multinational enterprises with business interests in China and Japan.
SEC May 14, 2026
Judge Says Cannot ‘Rubber Stamp’ $1.5 Million Musk-SEC Deal
The proposed settlement was reached earlier this month to resolve SEC claims that Elon Musk missed the deadline to disclose that he’d accumulated more than 5% of Twitter’s stock.
Payroll News
Benefits May 15, 2026
Beware: Your Social Media May Be Making You the Target of a Fast-Rising Social Security Scam
Social Security Administration officials warn of a rising scam in which criminals use the names of real government employees and doctored badge images to build trust and steal money.
Payroll May 14, 2026
Stealth Wealth: Why Some High Earners Keep Their Money Under Wraps
Living below your means while quietly building a fortune has its benefits—and some drawbacks.
Payroll May 14, 2026
Got a Bonus at Work? Here’s What to Do First
A bonus can be an unexpected windfall. Financial experts caution against spending it all at once.
Economy May 14, 2026
Is AI Distorting the Economy?
Artificial intelligence has been a big hit on Wall Street with the five largest spenders shelling out $800 billion this year in capital spending, but some worry it is distorting the economy.
Payroll May 13, 2026
1 in 3 Gen Z Workers Quit a Job Based on Social Media Advice, Report Finds
Despite being fairly successful at using non-traditional platforms to land jobs and network, Gen Z also fall victim to harmful or misleading professional advice on social media, according to a new report from Zety.
Payroll May 13, 2026
What is Job Seekers’ No. 1 Hiring Frustration?
Based on a survey of 1,000 active U.S. job seekers, a new Resume Genius report reveals how today's job market is taking a toll on candidates' mental health.
Payroll May 13, 2026
5 Weird Job Titles Companies Are Using in 2026
From hallucination auditors to burnout prevention officers, unusual titles are taking over workplaces
Benefits May 13, 2026
Latest Prediction Says Social Security Recipients to Get 3.9% Raise in 2027
However, The Senior Citizens League points out that seniors are already feeling the pinch, and a 3.9% increase isn’t likely to go very far.
Technology News
Technology May 11, 2026
2026 Readers’ Choice Awards Spotlight the Best Accounting, Tax & Small Business Tech
The Readers' Choice Awards give readers the chance to spotlight the technologies they most respect and trust to provide client services, manage their firms, and help their clients run their businesses.
Firm Management June 9, 2026 Sponsored
Ask Ryan Lazanis Anything
Tax season might be in the rearview mirror, but for many firm owners, the sprint never ends. If you feel like your firm is running you, instead of the other way around, bring your questions to Ryan Lazanis, CPA, of Future Firm Accelerate in this “Ask Me Anything” webinar.
Artificial Intelligence May 14, 2026
Scammers Are Using AI to Target You—Don’t Get Caught Off Guard
As scammers leverage AI, consumers can defend themselves by becoming familiar with common scams and being suspicious of unexpected calls.
Economy May 14, 2026
Is AI Distorting the Economy?
Artificial intelligence has been a big hit on Wall Street with the five largest spenders shelling out $800 billion this year in capital spending, but some worry it is distorting the economy.
Technology May 13, 2026
Wolters Kluwer Says CCH Axcess Advisor is Now Readily Available to Firms
Wolters Kluwer Tax & Accounting said Wednesday that CCH Axcess Advisor is now commercially available to U.S. firms that are moving away from compliance‑centric work to an advisory service model.
Technology May 13, 2026
Intuit Announces Several Enhancements to Intuit Enterprise Suite
Intuit has introduced a plethora of new capabilities to Intuit Enterprise Suite, the company's AI-powered business platform that brings together financial, payroll, human resources, marketing, and cash flow tools in one place.
Technology May 13, 2026
Xero Provides Small Businesses and Accountants With a Natural Language Custom AI Agent Builder
The global small business accounting platform announced Wednesday the launch of XeroForce, a natural language custom AI agent builder for the financial workflows of small businesses and accountants.
Firm Management May 12, 2026
GruntWorx and The CFO Project Partner to Help Firms Expand Advisory Services
The partnership brings together two essential components of the high-margin, modern firm model.
Firm Management News
Marketing May 15, 2026
The Simple Lead Generation Funnel Most Accounting Firms Are Missing
A lead generation funnel is simply the path a potential client takes from first hearing about your firm to becoming a paying client.
Firm Management June 9, 2026 Sponsored
Ask Ryan Lazanis Anything
Tax season might be in the rearview mirror, but for many firm owners, the sprint never ends. If you feel like your firm is running you, instead of the other way around, bring your questions to Ryan Lazanis, CPA, of Future Firm Accelerate in this “Ask Me Anything” webinar.
Mergers and Acquisitions May 15, 2026
Abbott, Stringham & Lynch Adds Accounting Solutions Firm ArightCo
Abbott, Stringham & Lynch, a full-service CPA firm in Silicon Valley, CA, has acquired San Jose, CA-based ArightCo, an integrated finance and accounting partner for midsized organizations.
Mergers and Acquisitions May 15, 2026
Vancouver-Area CPA Firm Acquires National Accounting Practice
Vancouver, WA-based Lewis Group CPAs announced Wednesday that it acquired Atlas Accounting Group, a national practice focused on serving trades businesses, in April.
Mergers and Acquisitions May 14, 2026
Ascend Brings Alabama-Based Jackson Thornton Into the Fold
Montgomery, AL-based Jackson Thornton, an INSIDE Public Accounting top 200 accounting firm, has joined the Ascend platform.
Taxes May 14, 2026
Opinion: The Real Challenge Facing Tax Professionals Isn’t Complexity. It’s Preventable Friction
Many of the profession's operational burdens this filing season were not driven solely by tax complexity. They were driven by preventable breakdowns.
Accounting May 14, 2026
Forvis Mazars Expands International Desks to Include China and Japan
The top 10 accounting firm has launched two new international desks to enhance services for U.S. multinational enterprises with business interests in China and Japan.
Mergers and Acquisitions May 13, 2026
Cohen & Co. Acquires Gordon Advisors in Michigan
The Cleveland, OH-based top 50 firm is acquiring Gordon Advisors, an accounting and business consulting firm located in Southeast Michigan, effective June 1.
Webinars
June 9, 2026
Ask Ryan Lazanis Anything
Tax season might be in the rearview mirror, but for many firm owners, the sprint never ends. If you feel like your firm is running you, instead of the other way around, bring your questions to Ryan Lazanis, CPA, of Future Firm Accelerate in this “Ask Me Anything” webinar.
May 28, 2026
CPE Webinar: Why Post–Tax Season is the perfect time to move your firm to the cloud
As another tax season wraps up, many smaller tax prep firms are left reflecting on what slowed them down: system crashes, limited remote access, hardware issues, or constantly troubleshooting outdated on‑premise tax software. If these pain points feel familiar, then this is the right time to explore a move to a modern cloud‑based tax platform.
March 26, 2026
Archived Webinar: Becoming a Modern Firm: The 5 Stages of Development
What separates high-performing, future-ready accounting firms from those struggling to keep up?
May 6, 2026
Archived Webcast: Building economic resilience: How accounting firms can stay profitable when markets shift
Markets shift. Expenses creep up. Clients slow payments. And suddenly, “we’re busy” doesn’t always mean “we’re profitable.” In this 60-minute conversation, CPA Kelley Brubaker breaks down what economic resilience really looks like inside today’s accounting firms, and how leaders can stay profitable even when markets feel uncertain.