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Report: Finance functions ramp up internal AI budgets

April 27, 2026

The key to generating value from artificial intelligence projects in finance is to scale them to full production, according to a new report.

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IRS updates Form 990 for nonprofits

April 25, 2026

The Treasury Department recently announced that the IRS will revise Form 990, which is used by tax-exempt organizations, to enhance transparency and combat fraud.

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Choosing the right expansion path for growing CPA firms

April 24, 2026

CPA firms that align location decisions with demand patterns, operational realities and long-term commitments grow with fewer disruptions.

  • firm management

IRS updates educational assistance FAQ

April 23, 2026

The IRS has revised its frequently asked questions in Fact Sheet 2026-10 regarding educational assistance programs.

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GASB seeks feedback on idea of changing how it communicates GAAP

April 22, 2026

GASB is seeking feedback from stakeholders on whether it should consider changing the structure of how it communicates GAAP for state and local governments.

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IRS launches tool to help taxpayers resolve tax debt

April 21, 2026

The IRS has launched a new online tool to help taxpayers understand and resolve tax debt.

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Report: 60% of older workers tapped retirement savings to cover expenses

April 20, 2026

More than 60% of workers 50 or older are actively withdrawing from retirement accounts to cover everyday expenses, according to a recent report.

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Rising AI adoption spurs workforce changes, new survey finds

April 18, 2026

According to a new Gallup poll, more American workers are integrating artificial intelligence into their jobs, yet skepticism about the technology persists.

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Uncredentialed tax preparer errors included fictitious deductions, review shows

April 17, 2026

Uncredentialed preparers of tax returns often produced returns containing basic errors, inflated deductions, and misapplied credits, an investigation during the 2025 filing season found.

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IRS clarifies tip deduction rules

April 16, 2026

The IRS and Treasury have finalized rules for the “no tax on tips” provision under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, defining eligible occupations and what counts as “qualified tips.”

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GASB proposes guidance on infrastructure assets

April 15, 2026

GASB has proposed new guidance to improve the financial reporting requirements for infrastructure assets.

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Rethinking password security for accountants

April 14, 2026

For accounting firms juggling numerous client portals, tax platforms and cloud services, password fatigue can lead to riskier behavior — like reusing passwords.

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IRS expands business tax account access to millions of entities

April 13, 2026

The IRS recently expanded the business tax account to millions of entities that did not previously have access to the online, self-service platform.

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Survey: Americans’ financial optimism edges higher, but worries remain

April 11, 2026

A recent survey has found that Americans feel slightly better about their financial situation heading into the next 12 months than they did one year ago.

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US finance chiefs are ready enough to deal with today’s risks, study says

April 10, 2026

Based on a survey of 1,400 finance chiefs and senior financial decision-makers across eight highly developed countries, those in the U.S. were characterized as “measured.”

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IRS data: Average tax refund hits $3,521

April 09, 2026

The latest IRS statistics show that, as of March 20, the average tax refund this year is $3,571, a 10.9% increase from last year’s average of $3,221.

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Taxpayers enroll 4M children in Trump Accounts, IRS reports

April 08, 2026

The IRS recently announced that taxpayers have enrolled more than 4 million children for tax-favored Trump Accounts, with more than 1 million opting for the $1,000 pilot program contribution.

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Gov. Evers vetoes 'no tax on tips' bill

April 07, 2026

Gov. Tony Evers vetoed a bill on Friday, April 3, that would have eliminated state income tax on tips, objecting to the temporary income tax provision.

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Farmers, fishermen offered relief for underpayment of estimated income tax

April 06, 2026

The IRS recently issued Notice 2026-24, which offers relief for qualifying farmers and fishermen who may be subject to penalties for underpayment of estimated income taxes.

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Gov. Evers signs bill providing an additional pathway to CPA licensure

April 03, 2026

A bipartisan bill to expand the options available for CPA licensure in Wisconsin was signed into law on Thursday, April 2, by Gov. Tony Evers.

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  • wisconsin