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.
PCAOB December 26, 2025
PCAOB Names William Ryan Acting Enforcement Director
Ryan, who is chief counsel of the PCAOB Enforcement Division, will assume the role following current PCAOB Enforcement Director Robert Rice’s retirement on Dec. 31, 2025.
Taxes December 26, 2025
New USPS Rule Could Affect Year-End Tax Deductions
As a result of the new stipulation, the date stamped on mailed items may be several days later than when the mail was actually deposited, raising concerns for taxpayers who rely on the postmark to document the timing of charitable gifts.
Taxes December 26, 2025
IRS Extends Tax Deadline to May 1 for Washington Storm Victims
The IRS announced tax relief for individuals and businesses in Washington state affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides, and mudslides that began on Dec. 9.
Taxes December 26, 2025
Marijuana Group Appeals Court Order Upholding Michigan’s 24% Wholesale Tax, Urges Action by Jan. 1
The Michigan Cannabis Industry Association on Tuesday appealed a lower court ruling that upheld the imposition of a new 24% wholesale tax on marijuana sales, set to take effect Jan. 1, 2026.
Taxes December 26, 2025
Column: Let’s Be Grateful for the Gift of Tax Indexing
The legendary 1981 Reagan tax cut included a little-known provision called tax indexing, which has been saving taxpayers money ever since—far more money than most of us can imagine.
Taxes December 26, 2025
Gov. Ferguson Expresses Support for Income Tax on Millionaires in Washington State
Gov. Bob Ferguson said Dec. 23 the proposal would be tied to reducing sales taxes on baby and hygiene items, expanding the working families tax credit, increasing K-12 school funding, and lowering the key tax rate for small businesses.
Payroll December 26, 2025
Republicans, Democrats Have a Way for Clergy to Rejoin Social Security Rolls
Opting back into Social Security is a way of empowering clergy to take greater control of their financial future, said Rep. Vince Fong (R-CA), one of the bill's chief sponsors, along with Rep. Mike Thompson (D-CA).
Payroll December 26, 2025
Is ‘Soft Saving’ Smart—or Shortsighted?
Soft saving might allow you to live well today while still preparing for tomorrow—but it comes with tradeoffs.
Payroll December 26, 2025
Survey: Fewer Americans Believe Their Finances Will Improve in the Year Ahead, Compared to Past 2 Years
When it comes to the year ahead, 32% think their personal finances will worsen in 2026, Bankrate’s recent Financial Outlook Survey found—the highest level of pessimism since 2018.
Payroll December 26, 2025
U.S. Jobless Claims Fall to 214,000 During Volatile Holiday Season
Initial claims decreased by 10,000 to 214,000 in the week ended Dec. 20, according to Labor Department data released Dec. 24.
Payroll December 26, 2025
Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Visa Application Fee Upheld by Judge
U.S. District Judge Beryl Howell said in a ruling Tuesday that President Donald Trump’s move to radically increase the cost of the popular visa is lawful.
Payroll December 26, 2025
Americans Facing a Tough Job Market in 2025 Won’t Get a Break Next Year
The unemployment rate is set to remain elevated through almost all of next year despite solid economic growth, according to economists surveyed by Bloomberg.