Accounting October 6, 2026
The 2026 AI Finance Stack
73 tools worth knowing, how I would put them together, and the trends behind why finance teams are picking them.
Mergers and Acquisitions July 27, 2026
Arax to Acquire $3 Billion RIA Transcend Capital Advisors
Transcend will be the seventh firm to join Arax in 2026, further expanding the firm's presence across a nationally growing footprint.
Benefits July 27, 2026
New Social Security Cards Are Here But Only for a Special Group
In recognition of America’s 250th birthday on July 4, the Social Security Administration is providing a commemorative card for children born in the U.S. between July 2 and Dec. 31, 2026.
Staffing July 27, 2026
Public Accounting Salary Growth is Shifting – The Biggest Increases May Come Later than Expected
The research also highlights continued changes in regional competition for experienced public accounting professionals.
Firm Management July 27, 2026
Book Review: To Exhausted Leaders Everywhere: Stop Pretending and Start Practicing Conviction
Included with the book is a companion assessment at theglennllopis.com/ec-assessment, so readers can gauge their progress by repeating the assessment over time.
Financial Planning July 25, 2026
2026 Comic Book Investing: A Mid-Year Report Card
Comics are serious, solid investments. The market is strong and diverse, with comics from various genres and time periods appreciating in value.
Retirement July 25, 2026
CBIZ Launches CBIZ Retirement Advantage PEP (Pooled Employer Plan)
CBIZ combines retirement consulting with a broad suite of employee benefits, insurance, payroll and advisory services.
Taxes July 24, 2026
Illinois’ Digital Asset Tax Creates a New Compliance Regime for 2027
While the 0.2% rate seems straightforward, most everything needed to administer the tax in practice is less certain.
Taxes July 23, 2026
Do You Make the Grade as a Real Estate Pro?
This a high bar to clear for taxpayers with other full-time jobs. Keep detailed and accurate records to prove your status as a professional.
CAS July 23, 2026
Americans Lost $68 Billion to Scams in 2025
6% of the U.S. population were victims of financial scams in 2025, with total losses reaching approximately $68 billion.
Small Business July 23, 2026
The Biggest Risk in Agentic Commerce Is Unauthorized Autonomous Spend
The businesses that treat autonomous spending as a controls problem, not just an automation opportunity, will be in a much better position to use it responsibly.
Income Tax July 22, 2026
Seven Form 990 Red Flags CPAs Should Not Ignore
A difference in wording is not necessarily a problem. Yet at the same time, a material change in purpose or activity may be.
Financial Reporting July 22, 2026
45% of CFOs Say Their AI Investments Lean Toward Productivity
Just 20% of finance AI projects lean towards decision quality, while 45% of AI investments in finance lean towards productivity.