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finished busy season with real, measurable damage to sleep, health, relationships, and decision quality.
October 10, 2014
2014 Review of Drake Tax Planner
While most other tax software systems offer tax planning as a separate module, Drake has included Tax Planner as a free add-on to its main tax system, Drake Tax. Basic System Functions: 4 Stars Drake Tax is designed for individuals as well as small and medium sized businesses. As such, it may not meet all...…
October 10, 2014
2014 Review of W-2 and 1099 Preparation Programs
By Steven Phelan, CPA.CITP As we approach the end of the year, many tasks are still ahead of accounting professionals. There are year-end tax planning situations to address, year-end accounting issues required to finalize financial statements and, of course, year-end reporting compliance for W-2s and 1099s. Although the rules have largely remained the same over...…
October 10, 2014
2014 Review of CCH ProSystem fx Planning
The ProSystem fx Suite from CCH offers integrated applications for tax and accounting firms. While CCH also has cloud-based solutions known as CCH Axcess, for now Planning is only a network or locally installed program which can import tax data from either ProSystem fx Tax or CCH Axcess Tax. However, plans can be created manually...…
October 10, 2014
Timely, Accurate Data is Essential to Managing Payroll
It pays to collect the right information at the right time. For payroll practitioners, this payout comes in the form of being able to provide quality service to their clients.
October 10, 2014
How Does the Marketplace Fairness Act Affect Use Taxes?
While almost everyone has heard of sales tax, many business owners are unaware that most states have a “use tax.” State laws treat sales and use tax as two separate taxes, but in reality they act in concert to complement each other.
October 10, 2014
2014 Review of Intuit EasyAcct Write-Up
EasyACCT Write-Up is an Intuit branded solution designed as a full-service write-up and payroll system. Though this solution extends beyond the typical year-end compliance reporting needs, the price point is such that many accounting professionals may benefit from the other features. Intuit also offers EasyACCT Write-Up as a scaled down W-2 and 1099 reporting only...…
October 10, 2014
There is Most Definitely “An App for That”
I believe it was 2007 when I met Randy Johnston and Doug Sleeter, two of CPA Practice Advisor's thought leaders, both of whom are contributors to our magazine and also members of the magazine's Advisory Board.
October 10, 2014
2014 Review of American Riviera Software Corp – Magtax
Magtax is a year-end form compliance solution provided by American Riviera Software. Magtax is offered in two editions: Standard and Professional. Both offer similar functions, but this review will focus on the Professional edition. Basic System Functions – 4.75 Stars Magtax Professional comes with a five user license and provides for an unlimited number of...…
October 10, 2014
2014 Review of Tenenz – Laser Link
Laser Link is an easy to use year-end compliance reporting solution. Built around forms data entry screens, the system is easy to navigate and use. New for the current release is compatibility with Windows 8/8.1. Basic System Functions – 4.5 Stars Laser Link is a locally installed solution but is also capable for use in...…
October 10, 2014
2014 Review of Spokane Computer – MAG-FILER
MAG-FILER is a year-end tax compliance solution used to process W-2 and 1099 forms through paper and electronic filing. The software solution is an all-inclusive design without multiple modules to purchase or consider. Basic System Functions – 4.5 Stars MAG-FILER installs as a local machine program or on a network with multiple users. During the...…
October 10, 2014
2014 Review of EG Systems – W-2/1099 Filer
W-2/1099 Filer is a year-end form compliance software solution. New for the current release is an enhancement to the on-screen, prior year data view and additions to state electronic filing compliance. Basic System Functions – 4.75 Stars W-2/1099 Filer is installed on local machines, but can also be used in a multi-user, network environment for...…
October 10, 2014
2014 Review of Advanced Micro Solutions – 1099-Etc.
1099-Etc is a payroll software solution designed to prepare a variety of period-end, year-end and related state payroll forms. With available add-on modules, 1099-Etc supports after-the-fact and live payroll, electronic filing and other payroll related functions. Basic System Functions – 4.75 Stars 1099-Etc is a modular system that can be installed locally on machines, through...…