Advisory April 24, 2026
5 M&A Signals CPAs Should Be Watching for Their Clients in 2026
The choppiness of the M&A market is an opening, not an obstacle. Use it to build a stronger advisory foundation with the clients who need it most.
Taxes March 24, 2026
Can a Taxpayer Recover Attorney Fees When Challenging the IRS?
Even if you’re the prevailing party in the matter, you still must pay the tab if the IRS shows that it was substantially justified in taking its position.
Benefits March 24, 2026
Social Security Recipients Get Some Bad News
Last week, the non-partisan Congressional Budget Office forecasted the Social Security trust fund is set to run out a year earlier than previously estimated.
Payroll March 24, 2026
Viral ‘Chinamaxxing’ Trend Reflects What Gen Z Really Wants at Work, Expert Says
A new social media trend called “Chinamaxxing” has gone viral among Gen Z users, with workplace experts saying it could signal shifting expectations around wellbeing and work-life balance.
Payroll March 24, 2026
Why ‘Invisible Promotions’ Are Becoming the New Normal
Many employees are unknowingly taking on higher-level responsibilities without additional pay or recognition, a phenomenon experts are calling the “invisible promotion.”
Benefits March 24, 2026
Estimated 2027 Social Security Increase Likely Not Enough for Seniors, Advocates Warn
The annual cost-of-living adjustment won't be announced until fall, but early estimates indicate a small increase is expected.
Payroll March 24, 2026
Retirement Woes: U.S. Workers Aren’t Saving Nearly Enough for Their Future
To enjoy retirement, Americans say they'll need about $1.5 million in savings. But the typical worker has less than $1,000 saved, according to a report by the National Institute on Retirement Security.
Payroll March 24, 2026
Powell Reveals ‘Concern’ About Job Creation in America Right Now
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on March 19 said there is “concern” among Federal Open Market Committee members over troubling trends in the U.S. job market.
Small Business March 23, 2026
3 Accounts Receivable Improvements That Help Businesses Get Paid Faster
Making changes here isn’t as hard as it might seem, and there are a few important yet simple things businesses can do to get paid faster.
Accounting March 23, 2026
Are Managers and Supervisors Guilty of AI ‘Workslop’ Too?
More than half of U.S. workers surveyed said they have received “workslop” from a manager or supervisor.
Firm Management March 23, 2026
The 90-Day Marketing Plan for CPAs
A structured 90-day marketing plan offers a practical solution. It provides a focused, manageable approach that aligns with how accounting firms operate, while also addressing how prospective clients now search for and evaluate professional services.
Technology March 23, 2026
Dext Launches AI Assist to Automate Everyday Bookkeeping Decisions
AI Assist is a new AI agent designed to help accountants, bookkeepers and finance teams automate everyday bookkeeping decisions.
Taxes March 23, 2026
12 Little-Known Tax Deductions Many Business Owners Miss
From start-up costs to even health insurance premiums, identifying overlooked expenses early can make a meaningful difference to a company’s tax returns.