Advisory April 24, 2026
5 M&A Signals CPAs Should Be Watching for Their Clients in 2026
The choppiness of the M&A market is an opening, not an obstacle. Use it to build a stronger advisory foundation with the clients who need it most.
Auditing April 16, 2026
The IIA Enhances CIA Challenge Exam Program, Expanding Access Through New Pathway Pilot
The Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is the only globally recognized certification for internal auditors.
Taxes April 16, 2026
Mamdani Lauds New York Gov. Hochul’s Pied-à-Terre Tax, Which Would Bring in $500 Million a Year to NYC
The tax on expensive secondary residences in New York City represents a safe middle ground between Zohran Mamdani’s tax-the-rich proposals and Kathy Hochul’s more moderate standpoint on taxes.
Small Business April 16, 2026
Vendors, Gig Workers, and Therapists Push Back on Philadelphia’s ‘Very Unfriendly’ Business Tax
One therapist's Business Income and Receipts Tax increased to more than $5,700 this year. "It exorbitantly affects my business," she said.
Taxes April 15, 2026
Several States Didn’t Report Losses From Data Center Tax Breaks, Study Says
The lack of disclosure comes as some states report losing more than $1 billion per year to data center incentives.
Taxes April 15, 2026
IRS Reminds Tax Pros About the Alternative Media Center
Tax professionals and their clients can access hundreds of tax forms, instructions, and publications in alternative formats through the IRS Alternative Media Center, the tax agency said earlier this month.
Financial Reporting April 15, 2026
Lettuce Financial Acquires Carry’s Retirement and Investing Platform
The acquisition brings over $225 million in assets on platform and thousands of members to Lettuce, along with Carry's established compliance infrastructure.
Financial Planning April 15, 2026
Financial Literacy Month Spotlight: AICPA and Finseca Share the Financial Questions Clients Ask Most
National Financial Literacy Month represents reinforcing that financial knowledge is a critical life skill.
Taxes April 15, 2026
IRS Launches New Text Chat for Taxpayers Outside the U.S.
The IRS said earlier this month that it has launched a live text chat, a no-cost alternative to the traditional toll telephone line for international taxpayers.
Payroll April 15, 2026
The 10-Second Feedback Mistake That Could Damage Employees for Years
Poorly delivered feedback creates lasting psychological impact, with most employees remembering negative comments for years, making how managers communicate criticism a critical driver of engagement and performance.
Technology April 15, 2026
Certinia Unveils Veda, an AI Operations Engine for Professional Services
Certinia announced April 15 the launch of Veda, an enterprise-grade intelligent operations engine built to shift services organizations from reactive, manual workflows to autonomous professional services.
Financial Reporting April 15, 2026
BlackLine Unveils Agentic Financial Operations to Close AI’s Governance and Trust Gap
Agentic Financial Operations provides the essential control layer the Office of the CFO requires to harness AI safely.
Taxes April 15, 2026
How the Biggest COVID Fraudster in the Country Swindled His Tax Clients, Too.
New Jersey tax preparer Leon Haynes ran what prosecutors called the largest COVID-19 tax relief fraud case ever tried in the U.S.