Accounting February 28, 2026
Voting Opens for 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards!
Voting in the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards is now open. Readers can vote for the programs, hardware, services, and other technologies they use and trust.
Small Business February 12, 2026
Small Business Owners Lose 33 Workdays a Year to Tax and Financial Stress, Xero Study Finds
Based on a survey of U.S. small business owners, Xero's "Emotional Tax Return 2026 Report" confirms that financial stress isn't just confined to tax season but instead has become a year-round emotional burden.
Accounting February 12, 2026
Chattanooga Accountant Jonathan Frost Free on $10K Bond After Pleading Guilty
The former Chattanooga accountant is free on a $10,000 bond after he pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire and tax fraud and conspiracy to commit money laundering in court on Feb. 11.
Technology February 12, 2026
Driversnote and Wave Partner to Automate Mileage Tracking and Simplify Tax Compliance
The integration makes it easier to automatically track trips, and create CRA- and IRS-compliant mileage reports.
Taxes February 12, 2026
Wyden Assails Trump Over $10 Billion Lawsuit Against IRS
Oregon Democratic Sen. Ron Wyden introduced a bill Feb. 10 to block the president from receiving any payout, by levying a 100% tax on it. The legislation is unlikely to move given Republicans’ majority in the Senate.
IRS February 12, 2026
Don’t Get Swept Off Your Feet by Romance Fraud, IRS Warns
As Valentine's Day nears, the IRS Criminal Investigation unit is getting the word out about a surge in romance scams and offering tips to avoid becoming a victim.
Payroll February 12, 2026
Most Couples Keep at Least Some of Their Money Separate, Survey Reveals
Most couples in committed relationships (62%) keep at least some financial accounts in their name only, according to new Bankrate survey data.
Payroll February 12, 2026
5 Credit Card Trends to Watch for in 2026
Reward programs are growing ever more complex, while AI and Gen Z will begin exerting even more influence on the market.
State CPA Societies February 11, 2026
New Jersey Alternate Pathway to CPA Takes Effect
The bill makes it possible for those considering CPA licensure to qualify by earning a bachelor’s degree, completing two years of work experience and passing the CPA Exam.
Technology February 11, 2026
Canopy to Bring Bookkeeping Into Its Practice Management Platform
Designed for accounting firms and CAS teams, Canopy Bookkeeping integrates with the company's practice management software, bringing real-time general ledger visibility directly into daily workflows.
Payroll February 11, 2026
U.S. Adds 130,000 Jobs and Unemployment Falls After Tepid 2025
U.S. payrolls rose in January by the most in more than a year and the unemployment rate unexpectedly fell to 4.3%, suggesting the labor market continued to stabilize at the start of 2026.
Taxes February 11, 2026
Trump’s OBBBA Cut Taxes on Tips, But Here’s Why Servers in Illinois and Other States Will Still Pay
Under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, U.S. workers can now temporarily deduct tips from their federal income taxes, up to a $25,000 limit. But Illinois is one of the states that are decoupling with the policy, so tipped income will still be taxed at the state level.
Taxes February 11, 2026
AICPA to IRS: Simplify ‘Determine and Document’ Requirement in Section 951
The AICPA recommends the IRS modify and simplify the “determine and document” requirement in Notice 2025-75 by either eliminating or significantly paring back the documentation requirement or alternatively adopting a per se rule or safe harbor.