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January 2, 2019 

How to Better Engage Workers in 2019

It’s no surprise when even the most driven professionals find themselves switching off for a few minutes during the workday for any number of reasons, such as fatigue, frustration or a lack of clarity about an assignment. What might be a surprise, ...

Paul McDonald

 Rising Mortgage Rates Impact Homebuying

January 2, 2019 

Rising Mortgage Rates Impact Homebuying

Home-value growth is slowing, price cuts are more common and for-sale inventory is up. Sounds like relief is imminent for home buyers, right? Not so fast. Mortgage rates have been steadily climbing for the past two years and could approach 6 percent by the end of 2019, dulling those factors. Rising interest rates bite into...…

 How Tax and Accounting Firms Can Use Twitter for Marketing

January 2, 2019 

How Tax and Accounting Firms Can Use Twitter for Marketing

Twitter is a unique social media and networking site. It’s great for businesses because as you gain followers, you can grow your brand and reach more people. The more people you reach, the broader your network is and the more leads you generate. Many people enjoy Twitter because it’s easy to follow — allowing you to...…

 Accounting Predictions for 2019

January 1, 2019 

Accounting Predictions for 2019

December has come again, and it’s time to predict the big stories for 2019. Here are the seven trends I think will have transformational impact on practitioners and their firms in the coming year:

Brian Tankersley

 The Tax Blotter – New Year’s Edition

December 27, 2018 

The Tax Blotter – New Year’s Edition

Although you can’t deduct the cost of commuting back and forth from work, the tax law provides various benefits associated with driving your vehicle. Following are some new developments affecting mobile taxpayers. More tax mileage in ‘19. The IRS recently announced new optional standard mileage rates for 2019 (IR-2018-251, 12/14/18). Accordingly, the rate for business...…

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December 26, 2018 

6 Reasons Small Business Owners Should Hire a Tax Pro

For individuals with more complex incomes, such as revenue from businesses, income from interest and dividends, capital gains on a home sale or foreign assets, seeking the expertise of a professional can save time, money and potential legal complications.

 Businesses May Abuse Research Tax Credit

December 26, 2018 

Businesses May Abuse Research Tax Credit

The watchdog agency tasked with overseeing the IRS reports that the agency doesn't have the ability to identify small businesses that meet or do not meet the eligibility requirements of the Research Tax Credit Payroll Tax Offset. The Treasury Inspector...

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December 26, 2018 

48% of CFOs Lack Succession Plan

Research suggests small businesses (20-49 employees), in particular, may be less prepared to deal with potential leadership changes, with only 37 percent of financial executives at those companies citing they have an heir apparent.