Firm Management February 6, 2026
Wipfli Partners with The Caddie Network
Wipfli and The Caddie Network will bring to life the connection between elite caddies and trusted advisors.
CAS February 12, 2025
Forvis Mazars Launches Transportation Profitability Analysis & Network Management Consulting Service
Data and insights from the tool, together with the consulting capacity of the team at Forvis Mazars, will provide an Unmatched Client Experience for carriers seeking to improve their bottom line.
Small Business February 12, 2025
What Businesses Need to Know About U.S.-China Tariffs and the End of De Minimis
President Trump eliminated the de minimis provision for China and Hong Kong effective February 4, reinstated de minimis for China and Hong Kong on February 7, and looks to be preparing to remove the provision for China and Hong Kong again as soon as possible.
February 12, 2025
2025 Tax Refund Schedule and Calendar: When You Will Get Your Refund: Where’s My Tax Refund?
This article includes an easy reference chart that taxpayers can use to estimate how soon they may get their income tax refund.
Firm Management February 12, 2025
Accounting’s Pricing Conundrum in the Age of Generative AI
No one said running a successful accounting practice was easy. Even in the smoothest and most uneventful of times, there are a variety of factors that need to be taken into consideration and successfully managed to ensure profitable operations.
Auditing February 11, 2025
PCAOB Punishes Audit Partner for Altering Workpapers, Thwarting Processes
The audit regulator on Feb. 11 imposed a permanent bar and a $10,000 fine on audit partner and CPA Heber Maughan for improperly altering workpapers before providing them to PCAOB inspectors in two inspections and to enforcement staff during a related investigation.
Taxes February 11, 2025
$1,928 is the Average Refund Amount So Far This Tax Season
Since the start of the 2025 tax filing season on Jan. 27, the IRS has issued 3.23 million refunds with an average refund amount of $1,928 as of Jan. 31, the agency said last week.
Taxes February 11, 2025
Ford CEO: Inflation Reduction Act Tax Credit Repeals Could Risk Jobs
Ford Motor Co. CEO Jim Farley warned that if the federal government under President Trump repeals provisions of the Biden administration's Inflation Reduction Act like the electric vehicle battery production tax credits, the company could have to look at layoffs.
Firm Management February 11, 2025
Experiences 2025 – AI Search
For now, Agentic AI refers to artificial intelligence systems that operate autonomously and can perceive, reason, plan, and take action in pursuit of goals. These AI agents can interact dynamically with their environment, adapt to changes, and sometimes make decisions without direct human intervention.
Mergers and Acquisitions February 11, 2025
Baker Tilly to Acquire CironeFriedberg in Connecticut
The top 10 accounting firm said Feb. 11 that the deal to buy CironeFriedberg strengthens its presence in the Northeast, creating "essential connections" between New York and Boston.
Small Business February 11, 2025
Dallas Blocked From Banning Short-Term Rentals for Second Time
A state appeals court says Dallas can’t enforce a ban limiting where short-term rentals listed on platforms like Airbnb can operate in the city.
Mergers and Acquisitions February 11, 2025
Smith + Howard Adds Smith Kesler & Co. in South Carolina
The Atlanta-based top 100 accounting firm has acquired Smith Kesler & Co., a construction accounting-focused practice with four offices across North Carolina and South Carolina, effective Jan. 31.
Accounting February 11, 2025
55 Accounting Firms Get Nod for Having the Best Client Service in ClearlyRated List
Accounting firms recognized as award winners achieved at least a 50% net promoter score, indicating that they provide their clients with exceptionally high levels of service, according to ClearlyRated.