Taxes November 5, 2026
IRS Adjusts Tax Brackets, Standard Deduction for Tax Year 2027
The IRS has released the tax year 2027 annual inflation adjustments for nearly 70 tax provisions.
Payroll September 30, 2025
If the Shutdown Happens and You Can’t Pay Your Rent, Then What?
October Update: The federal government shutdown has happened, and if it is prolonged, it will undoubtedly have a significant impact on many government workers and those in sectors that serve them, especially if they were already living paycheck to paycheck.
Sales Tax September 30, 2025
Avalara Launches Agentic Tax and Compliance: AI Agents That Work for You
Avalara's platform combines trusted content, specialized language models, agentic middleware, and scalable infrastructure to deliver real-time compliance execution.
Taxes September 30, 2025
IRS Lowers PTIN Renewal Fee to $10
The fee tax professionals pay to renew or apply for a preparer tax identification number will be reduced from $11 to $10 starting in mid-October, the IRS said on Sept. 29.
Accounting September 30, 2025
FASB Issues Standard on Derivatives Scope Refinements
The ASU also clarifies the applicability of Topic 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers, and its interaction with other Topics (including Topic 815 on derivatives and hedging and Topic 321 on equity securities).
Auditing September 30, 2025
PCAOB Underscores the Importance of Audit Research
The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board hosted a two-day conference last week that highlighted economic research in topics of significance to the audit regulator’s mission.
Technology September 30, 2025
‘Shadow AI’ Habits Put Businesses at Risk
A 2025 report highlights that roughly 33% of workers use AI without informing their managers, raising serious questions about cybersecurity, compliance, and trust. Experts call this "shadow AI."
Financial Reporting September 30, 2025
Controllers Lead the Cost Management Charge, Says Report
This year's report includes actionable strategies, peer benchmarks, and real-world tools to help finance teams move from reactive decisions to deliberate, proactive leadership as cost complexity rises.
Payroll September 30, 2025
AI Drives Digital Skills Demand as U.S. Tech Hiring Outlook Shows Resilience
More than half (58%) of U.S. tech employers expect to increase headcount this quarter, while just 11% anticipate reductions.
Payroll September 30, 2025
Why Job Loyalty Could Be More Valuable Than Career Moves
A business expert explains how professionals who master the art of strategic staying power often outpace their job-hopping counterparts in ways that aren't immediately obvious.
Taxes September 30, 2025
Marked by Success and Controversy, EV Tax Credit Ends After a 17-Year Run
The $7,500 federal incentive, which had two main iterations over an almost 17-year run, expires after the calendar flips past Tuesday as a result of legislation enacted this year.
Technology September 30, 2025
Karbon Acquires Aider to Add AI-Powered Accounting and Bookkeeping
The acquisition of Aider builds on Karbon’s recent innovations—including automated tax workflows, Karbon for Clients, and new partner integrations—and reinforces Karbon’s position as the backbone of AI-powered accounting firms.
Small Business September 29, 2025
Government Shutdowns Hurt Small Businesses, Says Retail Group
Whether they do business with the federal government or not, many small businesses and their employees and suppliers rely on critical federal programs, or are part of the infrastructure supporting our national parks.