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Intuit QuickBooks Desktop Pricing and Open AI Relationship – The Accounting Technology Lab Podcast – Dec. 2025

Accounting December 12, 2025 

Intuit QuickBooks Desktop Pricing and Open AI Relationship – The Accounting Technology Lab Podcast – Dec. 2025

In this episode of The Accounting Technology Lab, hosts Randy Johnston and Brian Tankersley analyze Intuit’s recent announcements following Intuit Connect, focusing on major QuickBooks Desktop (QBD) price increases, and Intuit’s reported $100 million annual relationship with OpenAI. The Accounting Tech Lab is an ongoing series that explores the intersection of public accounting and technology.

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 3 Smart Ways To Use Income Tax Refunds

March 21, 2016 

3 Smart Ways To Use Income Tax Refunds

The average tax refund in 2015 was approximately $2,800 according to the IRS, and similar refunds are expected in 2016. For those getting a refund, there are many options to consider for what to do with this unexpected income.

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March 21, 2016 

CFOs and Tech Teams Collaborating More Often

Taxpayers can get the most out of various tax benefits and get useful tips on preparing their 2015 federal income tax returns by consulting a free comprehensive tax guide available on IRS.gov.

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March 21, 2016 

Small Business Owners Divided on Effects Of Climate Change

Small-business owners are split on whether climate change has increased (41 percent) or decreased (35 percent) the chance of a disaster affecting their company While owners are divided on the impact of climate change and El Nino on their company ...

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March 17, 2016 

Accounting Firms Get an “F” for Phone Skills

The study, which is the largest of its kind conducted in America, also discovered males are more satisfied (26 per cent) with the way accountants answer their calls, compared to their female counterparts (23 per cent).

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March 17, 2016 

IRS Warns Of New Tax Scams

The latest variation being seen in the last few weeks tries to play off the current tax season. Scam artists call saying they have your tax return, and they just need to verify a few details to process your return. The scam tries to get you to give up ...

 4 Steps for Small Businesses to Prepare for Tax Season

March 17, 2016 

4 Steps for Small Businesses to Prepare for Tax Season

Preparing to file taxes can sometimes be a year-round job, even for small businesses. It may involve different responsibilities, including estimating tax payments, planning to buy or lease capital equipment, developing retirement-saving strategies, etc.

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March 17, 2016 

New Features Strengthen Sage Live Cloud Accounting System

Sage Live is the cloud accounting software that enables customers to run their businesses from anywhere, with total usability across smartphones, tablets and other supported devices, ensuring all team members have access to the data they need, when ...

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March 17, 2016 

There’s a Tax Method to March Madness

If you’re on track for a big payday, be aware that the IRS is entitled to collect its fair share. What’s more, unbeknownst to many taxpayers, a winning bracket can also cause state income tax complications.