Accounting April 17, 2026
Last Chance to Vote in the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards!
Each year, readers get the opportunity to show their support for the programs, hardware, services, and other technologies they use and trust.
Sales Tax February 2, 2026
Here’s Why Louisiana Has the Country’s Highest Combined Sales Tax Rates
For the third year in a row, Louisiana has the highest average combined state and local sales tax rate in the country at 10.11%, according to a new report from the Tax Foundation.
Payroll Software February 2, 2026
AI + the Human Touch: The Best Answer to HR Software Chaos
The U.S. payroll and HR technology market now includes more than 5,700 software tools, many of which don’t communicate with one another.
Taxes February 2, 2026
IRS: Simple Payment Plans Have Expanded to Businesses
In an email to tax professionals on Monday, the IRS said it recently updated qualifications for Simple Payment Plans, formerly known as “streamlined installment agreements,” to include business taxpayers.
Mergers and Acquisitions February 2, 2026
Armanino Adds Step Up Consulting in California
The top 20 accounting firm announced Monday that it has brought aboard the team from Step Up Consulting, a Los Angeles-based woman- and minority-owned IT consulting firm.
PCAOB February 2, 2026
Retired EY Partner Tapped to Lead PCAOB
Demetrios "Jim" Logothetis, a 40-year veteran of Ernst & Young who retired as an audit partner from the Big Four firm in 2019, was picked as the new PCAOB chair by the SEC, which also appointed three new board members Jan. 30.
IRS February 2, 2026
IRS Seeks Applicants to Serve on ETAAC
The IRS announced last week that it's accepting applications for the Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee through Feb. 28.
Taxes February 2, 2026
Experts Weigh in On Connecticut Potentially Repealing State Income Tax
Economists have their doubts about a proposal from Connecticut gubernatorial candidate Betsy McCaughey, a Republican, to repeal the state's income tax.
Small Business February 2, 2026
Top 5 Skills to Start a Business After a Layoff in 2026
As the "forever layoff" era continues, an expert reveals several ways employees can turn a job loss into entrepreneurial success.
General News January 30, 2026
Victims of Chattanooga Accountant Jonathan Frost Unlikely to Reclaim Funds, Lawyer Says
It's unlikely that Chattanooga accountant Jonathan Frost, who has agreed to plead guilty to three federal financial crimes and could then owe the government at least $70 million, has the funds to repay the government or victims.
Taxes January 30, 2026
Newsom Describes Calls with Anguished Rich as He Continues Opposing California Billionaire Tax
At a Bloomberg forum event in San Francisco, California Gov. Gavin Newsom said the proposed billionaire tax would ultimately degrade the state’s tax base as the ultrawealthy left the state.
Taxes January 30, 2026
Trump Sues IRS and the Treasury Department for $10B Over Leak of His Tax Returns
The suit was filed Thursday in Miami federal court by the president, his sons Donald Jr. and Eric, and the Trump Organization, which manages the president’s real estate holdings.
Firm Management January 29, 2026
Perkins Coie Adds Family Office and Tax Lawyer Mohsen Ghazi as Partner in Chicago
Mohsen counsels family offices, fund sponsors, and high net worth clients on structuring tax-advantaged funds and family offices in the United States and abroad.