Accounting August 4, 2026
Nominations Open for Innovation Awards and 40 Under 40 Awards
Nominations are currently being accepted for CPA Practice Advisor's 40 Under 40, 20 Under 40, and Tax & Accounting Tech Innovation Awards.
Taxes February 18, 2026
These States Have the Highest Property Tax Rates in 2026
The average U.S. household pays $3,119 per year in property taxes on their home, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, and residents in the 26 states that levy vehicle property taxes pay an additional $499 annually.
Taxes February 18, 2026
Mamdani Proposes 9.5% NYC Property Tax Hike for Budget Gap if Governor Doesn’t Act
The proposed 9.5% hike, which New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani framed as the city’s nuclear option to close a $5.4 billion budget gap, would be the first of its kind since 2003.
SEC February 18, 2026
SEC Chair Praises Texas as Defections Threaten Corporate ‘Dexit’
In wide-ranging remarks on Feb. 17, Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Paul Atkins commented on the burgeoning trend of companies fleeing Delaware (hence the “Dexit” moniker) and re-incorporating in Texas.
Taxes February 18, 2026
TaxRock Launches AI Platform for IRS Risk Management
The platform replaces snapshot-based monitoring with continuous visibility into IRS account activity.
Firm Management February 18, 2026
Armanino and Accrual Partner for AI-Driven Accounting Workflow
Initially, Accrual will be deployed within Armanino’s tax and business management practices, in a phased rollout.
Taxes February 18, 2026
White House Floats New Taxes to Boost U.S. Shipbuilding
The Trump administration's plan includes fees on foreign-built commercial vessels, as well as a tax on imports at land ports of entry.
Taxes February 18, 2026
Washington Governor Says Income Tax Proposal on Millionaires a ‘Good Start,’ But Wants More Tax Relief
Gov. Bob Ferguson said Tuesday that the current legislation to impose a state income tax on millionaires is a "good start," but called on lawmakers to devote more of the revenue to direct tax breaks and relief for residents.
Taxes February 17, 2026
Guide to New Tourist Taxes and Fees for U.S. Travelers in 2026
In 2026, travel costs will increase due to new tourist taxes and fees implemented globally to manage crowds and benefit local areas.
Accounting February 17, 2026
FBI Creates Email Hotline for Accountant Jonathan Frost’s Investment Scheme Victims
Investors in former Chattanooga accountant Jonathan Frost's hydrogen plant investment scheme are encouraged to email the FBI and access a website with case updates, officials say.
Taxes February 17, 2026
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani Mulls Property Tax Hike, Pushes Governor to Tax the Wealthy
Mamdani is expected to propose raising property taxes to balance the city budget on Tuesday, in the face of Gov. Kathy Hochul’s continued resistance to raising taxes on the wealthy and corporations.
Taxes February 17, 2026
‘Millionaires Tax’ Clears Washington Senate
The legislation, which now heads to the state's House for consideration, would levy a 9.9% tax on earnings over $1 million a year, and is estimated to bring in about $3.5 billion annually.
Financial Reporting February 17, 2026
Sage Adds New AI Functions to Intacct for Financial Analysis, Closes and Management
The latest updates strengthen Sage Intacct across close analytics, workflow automation, cash intelligence, and connected data access.