Technology February 9, 2026
Botkeeper is Closing Its Doors
In a statement posted on the Botkeeper website over the weekend, Enrico Palmerino wrote that the automated bookkeeping platform he founded in 2015 is shutting down.
Small Business December 26, 2024
November Home Sales Rose 4.8% in Strongest Showing Since 2021
Existing-home sales grew in November, according to the National Association of Realtors. Sales advanced in three major U.S. regions and remained steady in the West. Year-over-year, sales climbed in all four regions.
Payroll December 26, 2024
6 in 10 U.S. Companies Plan to Add New Positions in the First Half of 2025
34% plan to staff vacated positions, while 63% will increase the number of contract professionals on their teams. Robert Half is a talent solutions and business consulting firm.
Auditing December 26, 2024
AIPCA to SEC: Reject the PCAOB’s Audit Firm Metrics Rules
In a Dec. 19 comment letter to the SEC, the AICPA says the new requirements adopted by the PCAOB last month would particularly burden small and midsized firms, as well as unintentionally hurt capital markets and the investing public.
Taxes December 26, 2024
Top Year-End Tax Planning Strategies
With a thorough understanding of their unique circumstances and the latest tax regulations, you can transform complex tax challenges into clear, actionable solutions—setting the stage for your clients’ financial success in 2025 and beyond.
Taxes December 26, 2024
7 Tips to Prepare for Next Year’s Taxes Now
As the end of the year approaches, now’s the time to start preparing for filing your 2024 tax return in 2025. Here are tips and strategies to prepare now for the 2025 tax-filing deadline.
Accounting December 24, 2024
BOI Reporting Injunction Lifted; FinCEN Extends Deadline to Jan. 13
FinCEN has extended the Jan. 1, 2025, deadline for most reporting companies to file beneficial ownership information reports with the Treasury Department until Jan. 13, 2025, after a federal court of appeals lifted an injunction on Dec. 23 that had halted the new law.
Accounting December 24, 2024
State CPA Society News and Updates – Dec. 2024
State CPA Society News & Updates is a selection of recent announcements and initiatives by CPA associations in the United States and its territories.
Accounting Standards December 23, 2024
FASB Invites Comments on Intangibles
The invitation to comment is intended to explore ways the FASB can improve this area of financial reporting, which includes the accounting for acquired and internally developed intangibles.
Taxes December 23, 2024
IRS Asks for Feedback on Draft Instructions for R&D Tax Credit Form 6765
The IRS on Dec. 20 released the draft Instructions for Form 6765, Credit for Increasing Research Activities, and is seeking feedback on proposed changes to the form, which is used by taxpayers to claim the research and development tax credit.
Taxes December 23, 2024
Tax Professionals Subject to New Requirements Proposed By the IRS
CPAs, enrolled agents, and other practitioners would have to maintain technological competency under proposed regulations issued by the Treasury Department and the IRS on Dec. 20, which would update Circular 230.
SEC December 23, 2024
Entergy Hit With $12 Million SEC Penalty for Violating Accounting Rules
The SEC alleged that Entergy had inaccurate controls when recording materials and supplies, despite employees and management consultants flagging the issue.
Mergers and Acquisitions December 23, 2024
Platform Accounting Group Expands in Midwest
Platform Accounting Group announced two more firms have joined the group. Based in Indiana and Illinois, the additions expand Platform’s presence to the Midwest. Twelve firms have joined Platform this year, with a few more anticipated to join in January.