Accounting February 19, 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.
Taxes March 6, 2026
Senate Democrat’s New Tax Proposal Could Change Paychecks for Millions
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-MD, has introduced a proposal that would eliminate federal income taxes for workers earning up to $46,000 and married couples earning up to $92,000, potentially exempting about half of U.S. workers from the tax.
Sales Tax March 6, 2026
Alabama Lawmakers May Change Simplified Sellers Use Tax That Has Sparked Multiple Lawsuits
Alabama lawmakers may tweak how the state doles out revenue from the online sales tax, a move to try to resolve a complex disagreement involving the state, cities, counties, and school boards.
Taxes March 5, 2026
Here Are the IRS ‘Dirty Dozen’ Tax Scams for 2026
With tax-filing season in full-go mode and with March 5 being National Slam the Scam Day, the IRS on Thursday announced its annual "Dirty Dozen" list of tax scams for 2026 that threaten the tax and financial information of taxpayers, businesses, and tax professionals.
Technology March 5, 2026
With the Blessing of Ex-IRS Chief, Prime Meridian Unveils Free Tax Filing Platform
A new consumer-focused tax filing platform was released Thursday by Prime Meridian, a Palo Alto, CA-based company that includes former IRS commissioner Danny Werfel as a strategic advisor.
Small Business March 5, 2026
Democratic Attorneys General Challenge Trump’s Newest Global Tariffs
State law enforcement officials from 24 states asked a court to block a set of 10% worldwide tariffs President Donald Trump announced last month and refund any tariffs already paid.
Taxes March 5, 2026
Hoping for a Tax Refund? Fund an IRA
This tax-deductible money move can help individuals lower their tax bills while growing their retirement savings.
Taxes March 5, 2026
IRS 1099-DA Reporting Gaps Could Cause Crypto Investors to Overpay Taxes by $14,500, Summ Analysis Finds
The analysis of 30,000 U.S. users with moderate trading activity found $435 million in inflated capital gains for the 2025 tax year alone—a 944% overstatement compared to actual gains of $46 million.
Mergers and Acquisitions March 5, 2026
Ryan Acquires Hucke and Associates in NYC
Dallas-based tax services and software firm Ryan said Thursday it has acquired Hucke and Associates, a property tax consulting firm based in New York City.
Taxes March 5, 2026
Tax Scams Victimize 1 in 4 Americans, McAfee Says
While 82% of Americans say they’re concerned about tax fraud or identity theft this filing season, many don’t feel fully prepared to spot today’s increasingly convincing scams, McAfee says.
IRS March 5, 2026
House Democrats Grill IRS Chief Over ICE Data Sharing
House Ways and Means Democrats on Wednesday pressed IRS CEO Frank Bisignano on data access concerns in his first testimony on Capitol Hill since he took on his newly created role at the tax agency.
Taxes March 4, 2026
IRS Posts FAQs on OBBBA Changes to Adoption Tax Credit
The Treasury Department and the IRS issued a fact sheet on Feb. 27 that clarifies two changes to the adoption tax credit in President Donald Trump's tax law that was enacted last July.
Taxes March 4, 2026
Mississippi’s Move to Make NIL Earnings Non-Taxable Could Flip the Script on College Football Recruiting
The Mississippi House of Representatives recently passed legislation that would make name, image and likeness earnings tax-exempt for college athletes at the state level.