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.
Technology March 19, 2026
A Closer Look at Migrating to Cloud Servers
If your firm is planning to move from an on-premises IT environment to the cloud, a thoughtful and structured approach can make all the difference.
Sales Tax March 19, 2026
Republican Push to Increase Sales Taxes Would Fall Hardest on Lower-Income Residents
Several states this year, including South Dakota, are pushing higher sales taxes as a way to pay for other tax cuts.
Technology March 19, 2026
Every Unveils Back-Office Agents for Small Businesses
Every, an all-in-one back-office platform for small businesses, recently launched its next-generation AI agents: the AI CFO, AI Bookkeeper, and the AI CHRO.
Taxes March 18, 2026
Average Tax Refund in 2026 Now at $3,676 as Filing Deadline Nears
The average tax refund is up by more than $350 year-over-year according to data released by the IRS for the week ending Feb. 28, 2026.
Taxes March 18, 2026
IRS: Over 830,000 Tax Refunds Delayed After Filers Miss Key Step
IRS CP53E notices are going to taxpayers whose returns lacked valid direct deposit information, and the delays could stretch beyond 10 weeks for some filers.
Taxes March 18, 2026
$1,020 Payments for Americans, Extra $125 Per Child Proposed by House Democrat After Tariff Ruling
A bill introduced by Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-Texas) proposes returning tariff revenue to Americans through direct payments distributed using tax-return data already on file with the IRS.
Payroll March 18, 2026
IRS Flags Phishing, Impersonation in 2026 Dirty Dozen; Experts Explain Why Payroll Is a Prime Target
Experts say the IRS’s continued focus on phishing reflects how digital payroll systems have become central to modern tax fraud—and why payroll teams remain on the front lines of defense.
Taxes March 18, 2026
AICPA Requests Guidance on the Paid Family and Medical Leave Credit
Currently, there is no guidance on the changes to the credit made by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA).
Small Business March 17, 2026
Small Businesses Embrace AI But Need Training and Support to Fully Harness It
More than three-quarters of small businesses (76%) report currently using AI, with the majority stating that results have been overwhelmingly positive.
March 17, 2026
SAP Launches New AI, Integrated Travel and Expense Enhancements
Concur Expense will soon support new capabilities to submit receipts via text message, offering another easy way for employees to capture receipts without manual data entry.
Taxes March 17, 2026
Is Your Clients’ Data Safe This Tax Season? Here’s What CPAs Need to Know
Tax season is demanding enough without a security incident disrupting filings or eroding client trust.
Firm Management March 17, 2026
Platform Accounting Group Expands into Florida
Platform Accounting Group has more than doubled in size every year over the last seven years, has nearly 1,000 employees across nearly 15 states.