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Accounting February 19, 2026
Voting Opens for 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards!
Voting in the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards is now open. Readers can vote for the programs, hardware, services, and other technologies they use and trust.
State and Local Taxes February 20, 2026
Which States Have the Highest Taxes?
"Tax burden" measures the proportion of total personal income that residents pay toward state and local taxes. And it’s not uniform across the U.S. either.
General News February 20, 2026
Trump Announces New 10% Global Tariff After Supreme Court Rules Prior Tariffs Invalid
Under the law, the new tariffs can last for only 150 days. An extension would require congressional approval.
Small Business February 20, 2026
Trump Will Face Resistance in Congress in Effort to Restore Tariffs
Even though tariffs are a centerpiece in the president’s economic agenda, the Republican-controlled Congress likely cannot pass trade legislation without Democratic support.
Accounting Technology Lab Podcast February 20, 2026
What is Model Context Protocol? – Accounting Technology Lab Podcast – Feb. 2026
Randy and Brian explore the rapidly emerging Model Context Protocol (MCP) and why it may become one of the most important AI developments for accounting firms in 2026.
Taxes February 20, 2026
Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump Tariffs
The United States Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that President Donald Trump does not have the authority to impose unilateral, broad tariffs.
Taxes February 20, 2026
Millions of Eligible Filers Didn’t Use IRS Free File
Only 2% of federal income tax returns were filed through Free File, despite 70% of filers qualifying, according to a NerdWallet analysis.
Benefits February 20, 2026
Early Retirees Can Earn Slightly More in Side Job Without Cutting Social Security Payments
The Social Security Administration raised the annual work earnings limit for 2026 from $23,400 to $24,480 for those under full retirement age.
Tax News
Accounting February 19, 2026
Voting Opens for 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards!
Voting in the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards is now open. Readers can vote for the programs, hardware, services, and other technologies they use and trust.
State and Local Taxes February 20, 2026
Which States Have the Highest Taxes?
"Tax burden" measures the proportion of total personal income that residents pay toward state and local taxes. And it’s not uniform across the U.S. either.
Small Business February 20, 2026
Trump Will Face Resistance in Congress in Effort to Restore Tariffs
Even though tariffs are a centerpiece in the president’s economic agenda, the Republican-controlled Congress likely cannot pass trade legislation without Democratic support.
Taxes February 20, 2026
Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump Tariffs
The United States Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that President Donald Trump does not have the authority to impose unilateral, broad tariffs.
Taxes February 20, 2026
Millions of Eligible Filers Didn’t Use IRS Free File
Only 2% of federal income tax returns were filed through Free File, despite 70% of filers qualifying, according to a NerdWallet analysis.
Technology February 19, 2026
Win a Free ScanSnap® iX2500 Receipt Edition
CPA Practice Advisor and the hosts of The Accounting Tech Lab Podcast are giving away a Ricoh ScanSnap® iX2500 Receipt Edition. No purchase is required. Register now for your chance to win.
Taxes February 19, 2026
Most Taxpayers Trust Tax Pros Over AI for Tax Preparation, Survey Finds
A majority of Americans say they don't trust artificial intelligence to prepare their taxes—even less so now than last year, according to a new report from Invoice Home.
Advisory February 19, 2026
Online Creators Worried About Finances and Income Taxes – A Growing Opportunity for Tax and Accounting Pros
As the creator economy expands into what industry estimates place at a $205 billion global market, many content creators are discovering that growth brings new business responsibilities alongside creative opportunity.
Accounting News
Accounting February 19, 2026
Voting Opens for 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards!
Voting in the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards is now open. Readers can vote for the programs, hardware, services, and other technologies they use and trust.
Small Business February 20, 2026
Trump Will Face Resistance in Congress in Effort to Restore Tariffs
Even though tariffs are a centerpiece in the president’s economic agenda, the Republican-controlled Congress likely cannot pass trade legislation without Democratic support.
Taxes February 20, 2026
Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump Tariffs
The United States Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that President Donald Trump does not have the authority to impose unilateral, broad tariffs.
Technology February 19, 2026
Win a Free ScanSnap® iX2500 Receipt Edition
CPA Practice Advisor and the hosts of The Accounting Tech Lab Podcast are giving away a Ricoh ScanSnap® iX2500 Receipt Edition. No purchase is required. Register now for your chance to win.
Firm Management February 19, 2026
Risks of ‘Going Bare’: Why Every CPA Firm Should Consider Professional Liability Coverage
Going bare isn’t a decision to make lightly. But if your accounting firm hasn’t opted to take out professional liability coverage yet, there’s no time like the present.
Small Business February 19, 2026
Wix and Intuit Expand Partnership to Integrate SMB Financial Performance and Online Presence
Wix users can now tap into the power of QuickBooks on the Intuit platform, helping businesses run and grow more seamlessly.
Advisory February 19, 2026
Online Creators Worried About Finances and Income Taxes – A Growing Opportunity for Tax and Accounting Pros
As the creator economy expands into what industry estimates place at a $205 billion global market, many content creators are discovering that growth brings new business responsibilities alongside creative opportunity.
Taxes February 19, 2026
Wait for Supreme Court Tariff Decision Reveals Potential Fallout
The suspense over how the justices rule could end within a week, as the court has announced it may release opinions on Friday; next Tuesday, Feb. 24; and next Wednesday, Feb. 25.
Payroll News
Benefits February 20, 2026
Early Retirees Can Earn Slightly More in Side Job Without Cutting Social Security Payments
The Social Security Administration raised the annual work earnings limit for 2026 from $23,400 to $24,480 for those under full retirement age.
Payroll February 20, 2026
What is Money Dysmorphia? When Money Never Feels Like Enough
Why feeling broke doesn’t always mean you are—and how perception can distort reality.
Human Resources February 19, 2026
Do Employees Feel Protected at Work?
The findings also point to significant business risk. More than 3 in 4 employees (77%) say they would consider leaving their job if they didn't feel protected.
Payroll February 19, 2026
Many Gen Z Have Mom or Dad Helping (Or More) with Job Searches and Resumes
The Career Co-Piloting Report shows some surprising ways parents are guiding Gen Z through the job market. Some parents even contact potential employers directly.
Economy February 19, 2026
Unprecedented ‘Jobless Boom’ Tests Limits of U.S. Economic Expansion
Forecasters expect Friday's report on gross domestic product to show the U.S. economy expanded 2.7% in 2025, but employment barely grew.
Payroll February 18, 2026
New 401(k) Analysis Reveals Wide Racial and Gender Gaps Emerging
A new analysis from human resources firm Dayforce, drawn from 1.2 million employee records from 2021 to 2024, reveals stark discrepancies in who is building financial security for the future and who is being left behind.
Payroll February 17, 2026
Workers Only Have 2-3 Hours of ‘Focus Time’ Per Day, Says New Study
The data defined "focus time" as uninterrupted work periods without meetings, messages, or tool switching.
Payroll February 16, 2026
New Data Reveals Which Career Mistakes Haunt Workers the Most
Millennials report the highest level of career regrets at 70%, while baby boomers show the lowest at 52%, according to the results of a recent survey.
Technology News
Technology February 19, 2026
Win a Free ScanSnap® iX2500 Receipt Edition
CPA Practice Advisor and the hosts of The Accounting Tech Lab Podcast are giving away a Ricoh ScanSnap® iX2500 Receipt Edition. No purchase is required. Register now for your chance to win.
Technology February 19, 2026
MYCPE ONE Launches Comprehensive Learning and Development Services
Amid mounting regulatory complexity, rapid technology adoption, AI integration, advisory expansion, and persistent talent shortages, firms are discovering that informal training models are no longer sustainable.
Taxes February 19, 2026
Most Taxpayers Trust Tax Pros Over AI for Tax Preparation, Survey Finds
A majority of Americans say they don't trust artificial intelligence to prepare their taxes—even less so now than last year, according to a new report from Invoice Home.
Advisory February 19, 2026
Online Creators Worried About Finances and Income Taxes – A Growing Opportunity for Tax and Accounting Pros
As the creator economy expands into what industry estimates place at a $205 billion global market, many content creators are discovering that growth brings new business responsibilities alongside creative opportunity.
Taxes February 18, 2026
TaxRock Launches AI Platform for IRS Risk Management
The platform replaces snapshot-based monitoring with continuous visibility into IRS account activity.
Firm Management February 18, 2026
Armanino and Accrual Partner for AI-Driven Accounting Workflow
Initially, Accrual will be deployed within Armanino’s tax and business management practices, in a phased rollout.
Financial Reporting February 17, 2026
Sage Adds New AI Functions to Intacct for Financial Analysis, Closes and Management
The latest updates strengthen Sage Intacct across close analytics, workflow automation, cash intelligence, and connected data access.
Technology February 17, 2026
Emburse Releases AI-Powered Expense Compliance Solution
Emburse last week launched Emburse Assurance, a new AI-powered expense compliance solution that addresses policy issues before expenses are submitted and detects fraud, waste, and abuse post-submission.
Firm Management News
Firm Management February 19, 2026
Risks of ‘Going Bare’: Why Every CPA Firm Should Consider Professional Liability Coverage
Going bare isn’t a decision to make lightly. But if your accounting firm hasn’t opted to take out professional liability coverage yet, there’s no time like the present.
Technology February 19, 2026
MYCPE ONE Launches Comprehensive Learning and Development Services
Amid mounting regulatory complexity, rapid technology adoption, AI integration, advisory expansion, and persistent talent shortages, firms are discovering that informal training models are no longer sustainable.
Firm Management February 18, 2026
Armanino and Accrual Partner for AI-Driven Accounting Workflow
Initially, Accrual will be deployed within Armanino’s tax and business management practices, in a phased rollout.
Payroll February 17, 2026
Workers Only Have 2-3 Hours of ‘Focus Time’ Per Day, Says New Study
The data defined "focus time" as uninterrupted work periods without meetings, messages, or tool switching.
Firm Management February 17, 2026
UHY Expands Presence in Upstate New York with Addition of CMJ LLP
In addition to CMJ joining, UHY also recently welcomed Alex W. Cruden III and Craig A. Cruden of Cruden & Company, CPAs PLLC to join their Albany, NY office along with their team.
Firm Management February 17, 2026
87% of Professional Services Teams Plan to Manage AI Agents as Part of Their Workforce
Nearly nine in ten (89%) professional services leaders also agree that future revenue growth will depend more on how effectively they scale AI than on how they scale headcount.
Firm Management February 16, 2026
How to Get Small Business Clients to Actually Use Their Financial Statements
Financial statements aren't the destination, they're the starting point for conversations that actually help clients build better businesses.
Firm Management February 16, 2026 Sponsored
Driving Your Firm’s Growth With Intuit Accountant Suite and Intuit Enterprise Suite
Intuit Accountant Suite is a step-up from QuickBooks Online Accountant, which will fully transition to Intuit Accountant Suite at the end of this year.
Webinars
February 26, 2026
CPE Webinar: 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.
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.