Which firms planned for AI? Tax season gives us the answer
For many firms, a technology that was meant to make things better may instead prove to be yet another tax season headache.

Why tech advisory is right for accountants
Accounting and IT departments have long been working in silos, which often leads to numerous operational challenges. Accountants taking on the role of tech advisors can bridge this gap.

Massachusetts loses billions in income after millionaire tax
Residents exiting Massachusetts took a net of $4.2 billion in adjusted gross income with them in 2023, one of the largest totals in the country.

Montclair approves one-time tax hike for schools in close vote
Residents of Montclair, New Jersey, voted in favor of a one-time tax increase to help their cash-strapped public school system address an $18 million deficit.

1099-DA rules have a gross problem in 2026
CPAs dealing with the new 1099-DA rules this year are challenged by the fact that they only report gross proceeds this year, leaving them and their clients to calculate cost basis themselves.

IRS overestimated Direct File costs before ending program
The Internal Revenue Service vastly overstated the projected costs of operating the free tax prep program before terminating it, according to a new report.

IRS offers flexibility on tax deduction elections
The Internal Revenue Service issued a revenue procedure on how businesses can take advantage of new tax breaks offered by the OBBBA and withdraw elections made under the old rules.

Judge nixes FinCEN residential real estate rule
A Texas judge struck down a rule requiring professionals engaged in real estate closings and settlements to report information about nonfinanced transfers.

Competency matters more as tax rules grow more complex
The goal of regulation should not be unnecessary burdens or barriers to entry. The goal should be confidence that taxpayers are receiving reliable guidance.

SEC lays out policing plans after enforcement head exits
The acting head of the Securities and Exchange Commission's enforcement division said he'll focus on "quality over quantity" in bringing cases.