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February 19, 2016 

While smaller nonprofits may feel that they can get by without nonprofit software, using spreadsheets to monitor organizational activity, this process is not recommended for any small business owner, particularly the nonprofit, where additional ...

Mary Girsch-Bock

February 19, 2016 

Managing the accounting for a nonprofit group can be a challenge, and in some ways even more challenging than running a business. While there is less focus on achieving a profit, getting the most from revenues is definitely a priority, and nonprofits ...

February 18, 2016 

When people receive their paychecks, be it weekly, bi-weekly or some other, they may notice the litany of deductions indicated on the pay stubs. They often dismiss them and simply accept that Uncle Sam takes his fair share—and they grudgingly acquiesce.

David N. Plaskow

February 17, 2016 

Every decade or so, the tech industry gets a hairball in its throat and decides to cough up a hairball in the form of a really bad idea that failed the first or second time around, and tries to hype it into success one more time.

Dave McClure

February 17, 2016 

Recognized as a thought leader in the profession, Koltin is a well-known speaker at events around the world, and has also provided industry commentary and analysis to various media, including CPA Practice Advisor, CNN, Fox News, Bloomberg, the Wall ...

February 17, 2016 

It's February and you're in the heart of busy season. Starting a new process for organizing and monitoring state and local tax chores and obligations is really not feasible at this point in time, but there are some best practices you can employ that ...

Gail Perry

February 16, 2016 

Have you ever desperately tried to avoid someone at a cocktail party? Perhaps the guy who means well but asks nitpicky questions and won’t leave you alone? For accounting professionals, that party pariah is an auditor, and you should do everything ...

February 16, 2016 

You’re an exceptional accounting firm delivering high-quality service and maintaining operational efficiently. And yet in spite of the immense value you bring to your customers and prospects, you’re finding it increasingly difficult to stand out from ...

February 16, 2016 

The IRS is warning taxpayers to avoid schemes to claim tax credits on their returns that they don't truly qualify for. This is especially true of the Earned Income Tax Credit, which some people misreport their income in order to claim, and which is on ...

February 16, 2016 

Feel free to keep using the Internet without the threat of having to pay taxes on your services. (Buying products online, yes, you may have to pay sales tax. But not for your actual Internet service.)

February 16, 2016 

Illegal scams can lead to significant penalties and interest and possible criminal prosecution. IRS Criminal Investigation works closely with the Department of Justice (DOJ) to shut down scams and prosecute the criminals behind them.

February 16, 2016 

The accounting firm WeiserMazars LLP is expanding its business valuation advisory services practice, and has named new partner Bruce Richman to lead the practice section. He will be based out of the firm’s Chicago office. The expanded practice will ...