Technology January 23, 2026
Gusto Launches Payroll Inside ChatGPT
Gusto announced this week the launch of its app inside the new ChatGPT app directory, bringing AI-powered payroll directly into the everyday workflows of small businesses.
Taxes January 23, 2026
NATP Unveils Credentialing Program for Tax Professionals
The National Association of Tax Professionals announced Thursday two credentials available for tax practitioners through its new professional credentialing program.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 23, 2026
Sax Buys Owen J. Flanagan & Co. in New York City
The top 75 firm has made its second M&A deal of 2026 acquiring Owen J. Flanagan & Co., an accounting firm based in New York City, effective Jan. 22.
Technology January 23, 2026
April Announces Free Tax Filing for PayPal Debit Card Customers
Tax technology platform april has a new partnership with PayPal that allows U.S. PayPal Debit Mastercard customers to file their 2025 federal and state tax returns for free using april's DIY tax filing service.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 23, 2026
Brady Martz Adds Banker’s Compliance Consulting in Nebraska
The top 100 accounting firm is expanding its financial institutions services by joining forces with Central City, NE-based Banker’s Compliance Consulting in a deal expected to become official on March 1.
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.
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.
Accounting January 20, 2026
Accounting Undergrad Enrollment Continues to Climb
Enrollment in accounting undergraduate programs across the U.S. rose for the third straight year in fall 2025, according to the most recent data from the National Student Clearinghouse.
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Amy Vetter
CPA, CITP, CGMA
Becky Livingston
Accounting & AI Marketing Consultant
Brian Tankersley
CPA, CITP, CGMA
Garrett Wagner
CPA, CITP, CEO and Founder of C3 Evolution Group
Jim Boomer
CPA, CITP, CEO
Ken Berry, JD
CPA Practice Advisor Tax Correspondent
Kristy Short, Ed.D.
Accounting Content Specialist
Mary Girsch-Bock
Contributing Writer
Randy Johnston
MCS, MCP
Roman Kepczyk
CPA, CITP, CGMA
