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Accounting February 28, 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.
Taxes March 10, 2026
Could Washington State ‘Millionaires Tax’ Lead to Capital Flight?
Tax them, and they will flee. That’s the idea behind capital flight, an economic term used by tax critics to describe an exodus of wealth and investments because of higher taxes or cost of doing business.
Taxes March 10, 2026
New York Lawmakers Propose Boosting Taxes on the Rich, Challenging Hochul and Aligning with Mamdani
A budget battle is unfolding in Albany as state lawmakers in their budget proposals unveiled a push for tax hikes on both wealthy individuals and corporations to supply New York City with more money.
Small Business March 10, 2026
Legal Fight Reopens Over Trump’s Push to Tax Low-Value Imports
A U.S. trade court has revived a challenge to President Donald Trump’s move to end a tariff exemption for low-dollar imports, resuming a legal fight with financial stakes for online retailers and small businesses as well as Americans who directly buy goods overseas.
Payroll March 10, 2026
Survey: Americans Are Increasingly Entangled in Financial Scams—and AI is Contributing to the Problem
Experts in financial fraud prevention said results of a Bankrate survey support what they’ve noticed: financial fraud is on the rise in the U.S., and so is the public’s awareness that they’re being targeted.
Technology March 10, 2026
How Accounting Firms Can Close The AI Adoption Gap
Accounting firms should be thinking about how to truly capitalize on the technological revolution and close the adoption gap.
Accounting March 10, 2026
AICPA Reaffirms its Support for Fiscal State of the Nation Act
81 percent of Americans agree they would support an annual report to Congress provided by the U.S. Comptroller
Accounting March 10, 2026
U.S., Canada and Mexico to Share Mutual Recognition of Accounting Credentials
Professional bodies representing the accounting profession in the United States, Canada and Mexico have signed a memorandum of understanding to extend their longstanding agreement to ease cross-border practice.
Tax News
Accounting February 28, 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.
Taxes March 10, 2026
Could Washington State ‘Millionaires Tax’ Lead to Capital Flight?
Tax them, and they will flee. That’s the idea behind capital flight, an economic term used by tax critics to describe an exodus of wealth and investments because of higher taxes or cost of doing business.
Taxes March 10, 2026
New York Lawmakers Propose Boosting Taxes on the Rich, Challenging Hochul and Aligning with Mamdani
A budget battle is unfolding in Albany as state lawmakers in their budget proposals unveiled a push for tax hikes on both wealthy individuals and corporations to supply New York City with more money.
Small Business March 10, 2026
Legal Fight Reopens Over Trump’s Push to Tax Low-Value Imports
A U.S. trade court has revived a challenge to President Donald Trump’s move to end a tariff exemption for low-dollar imports, resuming a legal fight with financial stakes for online retailers and small businesses as well as Americans who directly buy goods overseas.
Benefits March 10, 2026
Column: Social Security Fairness Act Windfalls Can Surprise Some Seniors with Higher Property Tax Bill
The “gift” of higher Social Security benefits and the one-time catch-up payment clearly may have a downside for some—potentially a much higher property tax bill.
Taxes March 10, 2026
5 Tax Changes to Account for Before Filing 2025 Tax Returns
Several provisions enacted in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which apply to the 2025-2028 tax years, may impact taxpayers’ returns. Here are five to consider before filing.
Income Tax March 9, 2026
Where’s Your Tax Refund? IRS Income Tax Refund Schedule for 2026
"When will I get my tax refund?” Nobody can give you an exact answer, but we can give you a good estimate. And no calculators or forms to fill out.
Taxes March 9, 2026
Booker to Propose Bill That Would Make First $75K in Earnings Tax Free for Married Couples
Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) plans to propose legislation Tuesday that would increase the standard deduction to $75,000 for married couples filing jointly.
Accounting News
Accounting February 28, 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 March 10, 2026
Legal Fight Reopens Over Trump’s Push to Tax Low-Value Imports
A U.S. trade court has revived a challenge to President Donald Trump’s move to end a tariff exemption for low-dollar imports, resuming a legal fight with financial stakes for online retailers and small businesses as well as Americans who directly buy goods overseas.
Accounting March 10, 2026
AICPA Reaffirms its Support for Fiscal State of the Nation Act
81 percent of Americans agree they would support an annual report to Congress provided by the U.S. Comptroller
Accounting March 10, 2026
U.S., Canada and Mexico to Share Mutual Recognition of Accounting Credentials
Professional bodies representing the accounting profession in the United States, Canada and Mexico have signed a memorandum of understanding to extend their longstanding agreement to ease cross-border practice.
Accounting March 9, 2026
Michigan State University Professor to Be Inducted Into AAA Accounting Hall of Fame
William McCarthy's induction into the Accounting Hall of Fame recognizes not only a transformative scholar, but a visionary educator whose ideas continue to shape the future of accounting.
Technology March 9, 2026
AuditBoard is Now Optro
"From internal audit and cybersecurity to third-party risk and AI governance, our name now conveys the scale of enterprise risk we help solve for today," Optro CEO Raul Villar Jr. said.
Accounting March 9, 2026
More Women Accountants Have Entrepreneurial Dreams, ACCA Says
New survey data from the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants found that 48% of women working in finance and accounting aspire to be entrepreneurs, up from 45% last year.
Firm Management March 9, 2026
Aprio Announces Launch of Aprio Global
Aprio Global is designed to move beyond traditional international communities by focusing on purposeful collaboration, accountability, and shared success, while helping firms work together.
Payroll News
Payroll March 10, 2026
Survey: Americans Are Increasingly Entangled in Financial Scams—and AI is Contributing to the Problem
Experts in financial fraud prevention said results of a Bankrate survey support what they’ve noticed: financial fraud is on the rise in the U.S., and so is the public’s awareness that they’re being targeted.
Benefits March 10, 2026
Social Security Launches Streamlined Process for This Key Document
The Social Security Administration has launched an online process for Social Security cards, reducing in-office wait times and promoting mobile check-ins.
Benefits March 10, 2026
Column: Social Security Fairness Act Windfalls Can Surprise Some Seniors with Higher Property Tax Bill
The “gift” of higher Social Security benefits and the one-time catch-up payment clearly may have a downside for some—potentially a much higher property tax bill.
Payroll March 6, 2026
Shock Drop in U.S. Payrolls Casts Doubt on Steadying Job Market
Nonfarm payrolls fell 92,000 last month, one of the largest declines since the pandemic, after a strong start to the year, a Friday report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics says.
Taxes March 5, 2026
Hoping for a Tax Refund? Fund an IRA
This tax-deductible money move can help individuals lower their tax bills while growing their retirement savings.
Payroll March 5, 2026
Companies Stare Down $100,000 Fee with New H-1B Visa Rules
The U.S. visa system for highly skilled immigrants is being overhauled, with a new $100,000 fee for successful sponsors of immigrants arriving from another country.
Economy March 5, 2026
CPA Business Executives Have Renewed Optimism About the U.S. Economy
CPA business leaders reported higher optimism about the U.S. economy during the first quarter of 2026, while confidence in their own companies' prospects also improved, according to the latest AICPA and CIMA Economic Outlook Survey.
Payroll March 4, 2026
2 in 5 Americans Have Experienced Financial Fraud in the Past 12 Months, Bankrate Report Finds
As the Federal Trade Commission kicks off National Consumer Protection Week, new data from Bankrate shows that a growing number of Americans are falling victim to financial fraud and scams.
Technology News
Payroll March 10, 2026
Survey: Americans Are Increasingly Entangled in Financial Scams—and AI is Contributing to the Problem
Experts in financial fraud prevention said results of a Bankrate survey support what they’ve noticed: financial fraud is on the rise in the U.S., and so is the public’s awareness that they’re being targeted.
Technology March 10, 2026
How Accounting Firms Can Close The AI Adoption Gap
Accounting firms should be thinking about how to truly capitalize on the technological revolution and close the adoption gap.
Technology March 10, 2026
Gartner Predicts Embedded AI in Cloud ERP Applications will Drive a 30% Faster Financial Close by 2028
Gartner predicts that finance organizations using cloud ERP applications with embedded AI assistants will see a 30% faster financial close by 2028.
Firm Management March 9, 2026 Sponsored
The Accountant’s Blueprint to Payment Fee Reduction and Accounts Receivable Automation
Many accounting firms lose thousands of dollars each year due to outdated payment systems and inefficient accounts receivable processes. Merchant fees, manual collections, and limited billing automation can quietly reduce margins while increasing administrative workload.
Technology March 9, 2026
Process Before Platform: How to Modernize Your Firm Without Creating a Frankenstein Tech Stack
If you work in a public accounting firm today, you’re getting pitched “modernization” from every angle: AI tools, automation platforms, new billing systems, workflow engines and more.
Technology March 9, 2026
AuditBoard is Now Optro
"From internal audit and cybersecurity to third-party risk and AI governance, our name now conveys the scale of enterprise risk we help solve for today," Optro CEO Raul Villar Jr. said.
Auditing March 8, 2026
Auditoria Announces Record Fiscal Year, Expanding Growth and Footprint
To support this growth, the company doubled its headcount over the past year, scaling operations to support rising global demand for agentic AI solutions purpose-built for finance.
Technology March 5, 2026
With the Blessing of Ex-IRS Chief, Prime Meridian Unveils Free Tax Filing Platform
A new consumer-focused tax filing platform was released Thursday by Prime Meridian, a Palo Alto, CA-based company that includes former IRS commissioner Danny Werfel as a strategic advisor.
Firm Management News
Firm Management March 9, 2026 Sponsored
The Accountant’s Blueprint to Payment Fee Reduction and Accounts Receivable Automation
Many accounting firms lose thousands of dollars each year due to outdated payment systems and inefficient accounts receivable processes. Merchant fees, manual collections, and limited billing automation can quietly reduce margins while increasing administrative workload.
Technology March 9, 2026
Process Before Platform: How to Modernize Your Firm Without Creating a Frankenstein Tech Stack
If you work in a public accounting firm today, you’re getting pitched “modernization” from every angle: AI tools, automation platforms, new billing systems, workflow engines and more.
Firm Management March 9, 2026 Sponsored
Scaling Your Firm: From Technical Expert to Business Leader
Growth often feels natural and exhilarating. However, as a firm reaches a certain size, the very technical expertise that built the practice begins to act as a ceiling.
Firm Management March 9, 2026
Aprio Announces Launch of Aprio Global
Aprio Global is designed to move beyond traditional international communities by focusing on purposeful collaboration, accountability, and shared success, while helping firms work together.
Firm Management March 6, 2026
Over 1,000 Accounting Firms Globally Have Been Involved in Private Equity Investment in the Past Decade, IFAC Says
Over the last five years, an increasing number of direct private equity investments in accounting firms has led to a dramatically higher number of indirect or subsequent “roll-up” transactions, the International Federation of Accountants says.
Firm Management March 6, 2026
Schellman Announces Strategic Partnership with Goldman Sachs Alternatives
The investment will accelerate Schellman's next phase of growth, expanding the firm's capabilities, scaling its team and enabling Schellman to serve clients across more markets and geographies.
Mergers and Acquisitions March 5, 2026
Carr, Riggs & Ingram Acquires CFO Hub
CRI's portfolio companies work together to provide clients with holistic guidance across both business and personal financial needs.
Mergers and Acquisitions March 5, 2026
Ryan Acquires Hucke and Associates in NYC
Dallas-based tax services and software firm Ryan said Thursday it has acquired Hucke and Associates, a property tax consulting firm based in New York City.
Webinars
March 26, 2026
CPE Webinar: Becoming a Modern Firm: The 5 Stages of Development
What separates high-performing, future-ready accounting firms from those struggling to keep up?
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.