General News September 17, 2026
Trump Talks About New Tariffs if Canada Joins EU
Trump floated hitting goods imported from the European Union with fresh tariffs or even cutting off some trade.
June 16, 2020
Most Americans Say They Won’t Use COVID Contact Tracing Apps
A new study has revealed that 71% of Americans won’t download a COVID contact tracing app, citing people don’t trust the technology to protect their digital privacy.
June 16, 2020
Business Strategies for the Next Wave of COVID-19
Events like COVID-19 are considered “Black Swans”. They are unpredictable and typically have severe consequences. They also create “losers” and “winners.” In addition to COVID-19, Black Swan events have included the 9-11 terrorist attack, the 2008 financi
June 16, 2020
IRS Warns Nursing Homes Not to Take Coronavirus Payments from Residents
The IRS is warning nursing home and other care facilities that Economic Impact Payments (EIPs) generally belong to the recipients, not the organizations providing the care. The IRS issued this reminder following concerns that people ...
June 16, 2020
Paychex Adds PPP Loan Forgiveness Estimator and Reporting
Paychex has introduced a PPP Loan Forgiveness Estimator and Forgiveness Report in its cloud-based HR suite, Paychex Flex, to simplify the application process for customers and provide them the ...
June 16, 2020
How to Modernize Your Accounting Firm – Part I: Reshaping Client Relationships
Traditionally demanding tasks such as gathering client information or payment, have now become simple and streamlined. You may have to adopt new technologies, but the result is an improvement in client relationships and time savings for your firm.
June 16, 2020 Sponsored
QuickBooks ProAdvisor Program Adds New Resources, Features, and Training Courses
Here are several new resources, features, and trainings (all accessible via the ProAdvisor tab in QuickBooks Online Accountant) that increase your knowledge while helping you better advise your clients and scale your impact.
June 12, 2020
How to Implement an Effective Value Based Engagement System
If it were as easy as flipping a switch everyone would have done it already, and then I’d be writing about something way less interesting like the state of affairs with revenue recognition. But the transition to Value Based Engagements isn’t quite that...
June 10, 2020
45% of U.S. Workplaces Don’t Have a Return to Work Date Set
Twenty-nine percent probably or definitely will allow workers to work from home full-time through the rest of 2020;
June 10, 2020
Canopy Releases New Updates and Features Across Its Product Suite
These updates come on the heels of Canopy’s website, mobile app and logo rebrand, new user interface within its application suite, and a new help center.
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June 9, 2020
ITA Announces Virtual Summer Collaborative
Attendees can expect a full session agenda designed for ITA members and guests, in addition to networking with leaders of the accounting IT profession throughout the U.S. and Canada.
June 9, 2020
Mental Health Tips for Tax Pros During the Coronavirus Tax Season
Between new tax laws and changes as a result of COVID-19, the lack of in-person conversations with clients and juggling life at home, tax preparers need more support than ever before. This support can come in a variety of ways like adjusting benefits packages and incentives, for example, that encourages employees to prioritize mental wellness.
June 9, 2020
NY State Society of CPAs Elects Association’s 101st President
Arcara is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) council and the New York Chapter of the National Association of Tax Professionals (NATP), and currently is serving as a board member and on its Education Committee.