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July 22, 2019 

Kenneth Laks of AVZ CPAs Named to Americas Board of BKR International BKR International, a top global accounting association representing more than 160 independent accounting and advisory firms recently announced that Kenneth B. Laks, CPA, MST was appointed to the Americas Board for three two-year terms. Laks is currently a partner at Albrecht, Viggiano, Zureck...…

July 18, 2019 

Long-term care is a critically-important life choice for seniors – in terms of both care quality and budget management. Recent regulatory changes have made direct hires a more attractive option, frequently enabling families to dramatically reduce ...

Tom Breedlove

July 16, 2019 

When we ask practitioners why they continue to focus their efforts on transactional and compliance services, we find that most feel they don’t feel comfortable providing performance- and strategic-based advisory services because their experience and ...

Jim Boomer

July 15, 2019 

Today’s point of sale systems have evolved immensely from those original cash registers, with touch screen monitors, scanning devices, and the ability to seamlessly accept debit and credit card anywhere now the norm.

Mary Girsch-Bock

July 15, 2019 

The CEOs of U.S. companies say they are highly confident in the growth prospects of the domestic and global economies over the next three years, as they look to grow their businesses while facing unparalleled disruption and change.

July 12, 2019 

While the sole proprietor or small business owner may not realize their impact on the U.S. economy, small businesses account for 55 percent of all jobs in the U.S.  Since 1982, the number of small businesses has risen 49%, with no signs of slowing down.  While some of these small businesses will never grow past...…

Mary Girsch-Bock

July 12, 2019 

Accountants in the construction industry often approach me and ask for tips and tricks pertaining to working for this challenging industry. TIP 1: Be sure that you are aware of the differences between types of construction companies and the greatly varying compliance and analysis needs that can exist among them. Start by clarifying the type...…

Tonya Schulte

July 12, 2019 

If you’re a tax practitioner, you might have started worrying that some of your practice might become automated in the future, thus rendering some of the work you do unnecessary. Have you given any thought to what you might do if that occurs?

Gail Perry

July 11, 2019 

If you’ve been in practice for a while, you probably have a roster that includes many long-time clients. Over the years, clients may have approached you for your thoughts on their plans for retirement or the best way to plan their child’s education.

July 11, 2019 

The departure of a leader disrupts workflow, productivity and customer service. On the other hand, when you codify processes and ensure someone else has the know-how to take over a role, the firm can weather transitions more smoothly.

Paul McDonald

July 11, 2019  Sponsored

An example of this disruption is the recent introduction of QuickBooks Live, a monthly bookkeeping subscription service for small businesses provided by QuickBooks Online Certified ProAdvisors.

July 11, 2019 

With frequent articles and commentary on how artificial intelligence, automation and a variety of bots are reshaping many professions, how worried are American workers that they will lose their jobs as a result of these technologies?