Small Business August 13, 2026
Rising Sales Tax Rates Signal a New Era of Tax Volatility
Businesses are operating in an increasingly dynamic tax environment, where governments are not only adjusting rates but also expanding tax bases.
Taxes August 13, 2026
NATP Unveils Accredited Individual Tax Professional Credentials
The National Association of Tax Professionals has launched two individual tax credentials through the NATP Center for Professional Excellence: Accredited Individual Tax Professional and Advanced Accredited Individual Tax Professional.
Taxes August 13, 2026
Trump Seeks Immediate Halt to Judge’s Penalties in IRS Case
President Donald Trump is challenging a Miami judge’s findings that he brought the IRS case in “bad faith” and reached a deal with the Justice Department to end the litigation that had no “basis in law.”
Small Business August 13, 2026
831(b) Institute to Host Complimentary CE Events for CPAs and Tax Advisors
The sessions are designed to help CPAs and tax advisors better understand the opportunities and risks associated with micro-captive structures and provide informed guidance to their small business clients.
Taxes August 12, 2026
IRS Releases Guidance on Retirement Plan Rollovers
The Treasury Department and the IRS issued guidance Wednesday that the tax agency says will simplify and standardize the rollover process for both participants and plan sponsors.
Taxes August 12, 2026
Trump Looks for Ways to Block Mamdani Pied-à-Terre Tax
President Donald Trump on Tuesday vowed to seek a way to block New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s planned pied-à-terre tax, calling it a “dangerous political experiment.”
Taxes August 12, 2026
Trump Weighs Call for Capital Gains Tax Cuts as Midterm Boost
National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett said Tuesday in an interview with Fox Business host Larry Kudlow that Trump wants to offer voters more incentives to back Republicans in November's election.
Taxes August 12, 2026
Wyden’s Wildfire Tax Relief Bill Passes Just Before Congress Recesses
A bill backed by Oregon Sen. Ron Wyden to relieve natural disaster survivors from paying federal income taxes on their recovery settlements passed against unexpected odds.
Taxes August 10, 2026
Judge Halts Rollout of Mamdani’s Pied-à-Terre Tax
The order also nullified any deadlines for the tax, at least for the time being.
Taxes August 10, 2026
New Senate Bill Would Provide $10,000 Tax Credit Toward Home Upgrades for Seniors
The Senior Accessible Housing Tax Credit Act would provide tax credits of up to $10,000 for taxpayers age 60 and older who make qualifying improvements to their homes.
Taxes August 10, 2026
IRS to Issue Rules on Saver’s Match Retirement Program
The program, enacted as part of the SECURE 2.0 Act, replaces the Saver’s Credit. Eligible taxpayers will begin receiving payments in 2028 based on contributions made during the 2027 tax year.
Payroll August 10, 2026
Millions Sign Up for Trump Accounts, But Are They a Wise Investment?
Trump Accounts are a new investment option for children, and those born during the second Trump administration get $1,000 added to them by the federal government.