Accounting February 28, 2026
Voting Opens for 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards!
Voting in the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards is now open. Readers can vote for the programs, hardware, services, and other technologies they use and trust.
Taxes February 17, 2025
Opinion: Americans Would Pay Higher Taxes to Save Social Security
Voters are clear in how they want Congress to shore up the massively popular program’s deteriorating finances, but lawmakers don't seem to be listening.
Mergers and Acquisitions February 17, 2025
KSDT CPA Brings in Douglas N. Rice CPA in Florida
"This merger strengthens our ability to provide top-tier accounting, tax, and advisory services while ensuring a seamless transition for all clients," KSDT CPA, one of the top 200 largest accounting firms in the U.S., said in a media release.
Small Business February 17, 2025
Price of Eggs Hits All-Time High: How Cost of Everyday Consumer Goods is Changing
At nearly $5 a dozen, the price of eggs just surpassed record highs, and while quite moderate in comparison, bread, electricity, gasoline and natural gas also saw meager month-over-month increases.
Small Business February 17, 2025
U.S. Retail Sales Drop by Most in 2 Years in January
The value of retail purchases, not adjusted for inflation, decreased 0.9% after an upwardly revised 0.7% gain in December, Commerce Department data showed Friday.
Taxes February 16, 2025
IRS Income Tax Refund Schedule for 2025 – Could IRS Layoffs Delay Tax Refunds?
Updated Feb. 16, 2025. Tax season has just begun, but it may be about to get more difficult for taxpayers and tax preparers such as CPAs and accountants. The move could also delay income tax refunds. The IRS started accepting income tax returns on January 27, 2025, which means tax filing season is officially upon...…
Taxes February 16, 2025
IRS Could Lay Off 15,000 Staff This Week, During Peak Tax Season
According to ABC News and the Associated Press, up to 15,000 workers at the Internal Revenue Service could be laid off from their positions in the next week.
Taxes February 15, 2025
CPA Weekly Tax News Roundup – Feb. 16, 2025
The CPA Practice Advisor Weekly Tax News Roundup is a weekly recap of tax-related news from the past week. From IRS news and tax court cases, to state, SALT, legislation and other related areas, the roundup can help you catch-up on recent changes. === Let us know if you like this new feature using the...…
Taxes February 14, 2025
Average 2025 Tax Refunds Up by More Than $300, IRS Says
Data released on Feb. 14 by the IRS shows the average refund is coming in at $2.065, up from $1,741 in 2024.
AICPA February 14, 2025
AICPA Highlights Key Concerns for Individuals to Keep in Mind During 2024 Tax Season
As taxpayers navigate the challenges of tax season, the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) is identifying areas individual filers to be aware of for this filing season.
Accounting February 14, 2025
AICPA, NASBA Share Plans for Additional Pathway to CPA Licensure
The American Institute of CPAs and the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy are advancing proposed changes to the Uniform Accountancy Act that would clear the way for states to adopt an additional path to CPA licensure while also adjusting practice mobility requirements.
Taxes February 14, 2025
AICPA Recommends Scaling Back Section 199A QBI Deduction Limitation
Section 199A generally allows owners of pass-through entities to deduct 20 percent of the owner’s QBI earned in a qualified trade or business.
Mergers and Acquisitions February 13, 2025
Aprio Aims to Enter Legal Industry by Combining with Law Firm in Arizona
The top 30 accounting firm is planning to merge with Scottsdale, AZ-based boutique business law firm Radix Law this spring to form the Arizona law firm Aprio Legal, a move that could set off a wave of other CPA firms entering an industry that was once considered off limits.