Isaac M. O'Bannon

Small Business December 30, 2024 

December’s fall in confidence was led by consumers over 35 years old; consumers under 35 became more confident.

Isaac M. O'Bannon

Payroll December 30, 2024 

Despite a conservative outlook for 2025, salary increases remain at a healthy rate by historic standards and amid higher total payroll expenses (which include salaries, bonuses, variable pay and benefit costs).

Isaac M. O'Bannon

Small Business December 27, 2024 

2024 saw major news events and ongoing trends that are significantly shaping the profession, including how professionals practice, how firms operate, and your business and individual clients.

Isaac M. O'Bannon

Small Business December 26, 2024 

Existing-home sales grew in November, according to the National Association of Realtors. Sales advanced in three major U.S. regions and remained steady in the West. Year-over-year, sales climbed in all four regions.

Isaac M. O'Bannon

Payroll December 26, 2024 

34% plan to staff vacated positions, while 63% will increase the number of contract professionals on their teams. Robert Half is a talent solutions and business consulting firm.

Isaac M. O'Bannon

Mergers and Acquisitions December 23, 2024 

Platform Accounting Group announced two more firms have joined the group. Based in Indiana and Illinois, the additions expand Platform’s presence to the Midwest. Twelve firms have joined Platform this year, with a few more anticipated to join in January.

Isaac M. O'Bannon

Firm Management December 23, 2024 

HubSync Co. has announced several new enhancements to its product suite. These new features focus on how firms manage tax and accounting processes, leveraging cutting-edge AI and user-centric design.

Isaac M. O'Bannon

Accounting Standards December 22, 2024 

Nature-dependent electricity contracts help companies to secure their electricity supply from sources such as wind and solar power.

Isaac M. O'Bannon

Taxes December 22, 2024 

The Internal Revenue Service has announced plans to issue automatic payments later this month to eligible people who did not claim the Recovery Rebate Credit on their 2021 tax returns.

Isaac M. O'Bannon

Firm Management December 20, 2024 

The office’s numerous amenities, including a designated meeting space and café, further enable the organization’s client-centric focus and strengthen its ability to serve as a trusted, valued advisor.

Isaac M. O'Bannon

Accounting December 19, 2024 

The event is free for professionals, thanks to the sponsorship of several leading accounting and tax technology providers. All sessions are NASBA certified for CPE credit, and some sessions are IRS certified for CE credit.

Isaac M. O'Bannon

Auditing December 19, 2024 

Thursday's free CPE session topics begin at 9am ET, and include Secure Act 2.0 effects on retirement, CAS, business license management, firm strategies, tax resolution, firm staffing, and marketing. Day two sessions start at 9am ET.

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