Advisory April 24, 2026
5 M&A Signals CPAs Should Be Watching for Their Clients in 2026
The choppiness of the M&A market is an opening, not an obstacle. Use it to build a stronger advisory foundation with the clients who need it most.
Taxes October 24, 2025
‘Billionaire Tax’ Ballot Measure Seeks to Avert California Health Care Collapse
A new campaign is underway in California to make the state’s wealthiest residents pay to help rescue its health care system, with organizers filing a ballot measure that would impose a one-time 5% tax on billionaires.
Payroll October 24, 2025
Bills to Pay Federal Workers During Shutdown Stall, But Senators Say They Are Ready to Compromise
Key senators of both parties said they would try to find a way to pay all federal employees during the partial government shutdown after the Senate blocked consideration of dueling proposals on Oct. 23.
Technology October 24, 2025
Keeper Has Rebranded to Double
Double said the rebrand better reflects its mission: to help firms double their productivity, impact, and capacity.
Cloud Technology October 24, 2025
Sage Software Offers Cloud Version of Sage 50 Accounting System
This new deployment option gives customers flexible, secure access to their financial data, and prepares SMBs for future innovation.
General News October 23, 2025
People Pardoned by Trump Want Banks to Forgive Their Past, Too
At stake is whether a pardon, meant to erase the legal stain of a conviction, can override the risk assessments of private lenders that are required to guard against money laundering, fraud, and other financial crimes.
Payroll October 23, 2025
Mortgage Rates Drop to Lowest Level in a Year
The average for 30-year, fixed loans was 6.19%, down from 6.27% last week and the lowest since early October 2024, according to data from Freddie Mac.
Taxes October 23, 2025
IRS Issues New FAQs on $20,000 Form 1099-K Threshold Under OBBBA
The Republican tax-and-spending law reverts the threshold for online sales reporting to $20,000 and 200 transactions per year, as it was before 2021. The provision is applied retroactively to the 2022 tax year.
Accounting October 23, 2025
AI is Reshaping Accounts Receivable: 99% of Enterprises Report Faster Payments
99% of companies currently using AI have successfully reduced their average days sales outstanding (DSO), with 75% reporting a reduction of six days or more.
Accounting October 23, 2025
NASBA Revamps Databases of Licensed CPAs and CPA Firms
The National Association of State Boards of Accountancy has refreshed its CPAverify and Accountancy Licensee Database websites, providing users with a more modern design and improved functionality.
Firm Management October 23, 2025
Strategic Advisory Council Formed to Advance Innovation and Leadership in Accounting
The council brings together prominent figures from across the accounting, M&A advisory, consulting, and technology innovation sectors to help shape how firms adapt to disruption, consolidation, and the growing influence of AI.
State CPA Societies October 23, 2025
New Mexico Streamlines CPA Licensure Requirements
House Bill 296, which flew through the Legislature this year nearly unanimously and takes effect next year, creates alternative prerequisites for CPA licensure.
State CPA Societies October 23, 2025
Michigan Moves Forward on Pathways Bill for CPA Licensure
This move comes in response to the shrinking talent pipeline, which has prompted many states to consider and implement legislation that increases flexibility for current and prospective CPAs.