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February 8, 2017 

Whether for work or just to start a new life, Americans frequently move from state to state. But where are they moving from, and where to? And which states end up with a more moving out than in?

February 8, 2017 

The data from FreshBooks is focused on professionals in six major cities. The tool was built around FreshBooks' user data, which found that, contrary to conventional wisdom, freelance creative professionals ...

February 8, 2017 

For many professionals, that first year in a new job can be a "honeymoon period," full of new and exciting challenges. But a recent study from Robert Half and Happiness Works shows that professionals with between one and two years on the job are less ...

February 8, 2017 

People live longer these days and women on average outlive men. That’s the good news. It’s also the bad news, Bajalia says, because many women are unprepared financially for a retirement that could stretch into two, three or even four decades.

February 8, 2017 

Perpetrators of illegal scams can face significant penalties and interest and possible criminal prosecution. IRS Criminal Investigation works closely with the Department of Justice to shut down scams and prosecute the criminals behind them.

February 8, 2017 

Now’s the time for small business owners to make sure they’re prepared for new tax issues that will roll out in the coming months. Paychex, Inc., a provider of payroll, human resource, insurance, and benefits outsourcing solutions, has released a list...

Technology February 7, 2017 

The client experience is at the center of every astoundingly successful business. Statistics don’t lie: a recent survey by Gartner revealed that 89% of companies now expect to compete mostly on the basis of customer experience (versus just 36% four ...

Kristy Short, Ed.D.

February 7, 2017 

Saving time, especially during tax season, is important! Tax professionals who use TheTaxBook will find information fast, with well-written and easy-to-understand explanations and examples…saving them time and money. We are dedicated to producing the most affordable and highest quality tax research materials available. But we know we wouldn’t be here without the support of our...…

February 7, 2017 

I started with that dreaded professor tactic—a pop quiz. Although my expectations were low, the results were nonetheless quite telling. This post is targeted to two groups:

February 7, 2017 

The Internal Revenue Service is cautioning taxpayers to be on the lookout for unscrupulous return preparers, one of the most common “Dirty Dozen” tax scams seen during tax season.

February 7, 2017 

The American Institute of CPAs’ Assurance Research Advisory Group (ARAG) has announced two awards for funding and/or access to accounting firm personnel for research that addresses assurance topics of interest to the CPA profession.

February 7, 2017 

In 2016, states such as Arkansas, Florida, North Dakota, Ohio, and Pennsylvania passed laws to allow use of marijuana in medical applications such as chemotherapies and pain management.