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Fostering the Future: How to Coach and Develop Younger CPAs
By: Coaching younger CPAs effectively means adjusting your approach to where each person is in their development.
9 States with No Income Tax
Oh, the joy of receiving a paycheck without income tax taken out. Though it may sound like a dream to some, it is the reality for those in 9 out of the 50 states. It’s not all cut and dry, though. While these nine U.S. states don’t take state income tax out of personal income, their actual tax burden can be more complex. The Nine States With No Income Tax: AlaskaFloridaNevadaNew HampshireSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasWashingtonWyomingAnd there you have it, the nine states whose residents are free of income tax. But, before we get carried away, what’s the catch? Filling the Void If …
ASC 832: What CPAs Need to Know About Government Grant Accounting Rules
ASC 832 establishes recognition, measurement, and presentation rules for government grants for business entities.
Excel Functions Every CPA Should Know
Most CPAs rely on a handful of Excel tools, but the functions you’re not using could meaningfully change your workflow.
IRS Updates Tip Deduction Instructions Mid-Season: What Tax Professionals Need to Know With Just A Few Weeks To Go
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& The IRS updated its tip deduction instructions for Schedule 1-A mid-filing season, and the change hits self-employed taxpayers hardest.
2025 Filing Season Alert: Dues On Opportunity Zone Deferred Gains Are Coming
& If your clients deferred capital gains into a Qualified Opportunity Fund, the recognition deadline hits December 31, 2026—making this filing season the time to verify their Form 8997 trail and start planning for the bill.
Need-to-Know California LLC Fees: Your California LLC Guide
Thinking of starting your own Limited Liability Company, better known as an LLC? There are California LLC fees associated with that. If you plan on starting a California business with a California LLC, some of these considering factors affect how much you’re going to spend.This convenient handbook should serve as a helpful guide to walk you in the right direction of your new California business. Owning a California LLC will require the following: the California LLC filing fees, the California LLC fee, business license, and other optional or additional fees.Fear not the fees, and we won’t forget to tell you …
GAAP vs. IFRS: The Differences That Catch Professionals Off Guard
As global business expands, the technical differences between GAAP and IFRS are getting harder for U.S. accounting professionals to ignore.
The Mega Backdoor Roth: Are Your Clients Leaving Tax-Free Money on the Table?
For clients who’ve maxed out their 401(k)—the Mega Backdoor Roth is a powerful tool, and 2026 rule changes make the conversation more urgent than ever.
Know Your 2025 California Income Tax Brackets
It’s important to understand the income tax bracket you fall into within your state so you can pay your state income taxes accordingly. If you’re a California taxpayer, your state income tax has some of the highest rates in the United States. California state taxes aren’t the same for everyone, and a few different factors determine which CA tax bracket you fall into. California income taxes are divided into nine income tax brackets. Where do you stand in the CA tax brackets? Read on to find out. Who has to file California state taxes? Let’s start with the basics. Are you subject …
6 Cash Flow Red Flags Every CPA Should Know
Strong operating cash flow doesn’t always mean a healthy business—learn the six warning signs that could signal manipulation hiding in plain sight on the statement of cash flows.
DOL Proposes to Roll Back 2024 Independent Contractor Rule
Understand what proposed changes to the 2024 independent contractor rule means for your business and contractor clients.
AI in Accounting: How CPAs Can Leverage Microsoft Copilot
From drafting technical memos to summarizing client data, Microsoft Copilot can cut down on the busywork that eats into a CPA’s billable hours.
10 Questions to Ask for During Partnership Tax Return Preparations Every Year
With more than 6 million S Corporation returns filed each year, we’ll break down the 12 essential questions you should ask before Form 1120-S prep.
12 Questions to Ask for S Corporation Tax Return Preparation Every Year
With more than 6 million S Corporation returns filed each year, we’ll break down the 12 essential questions you should ask before Form 1120-S prep.
How to Survive the 2026 Tax Busy Season (Without Losing Your Mind)
Already deep in tax busy season? This survival guide helps accountants reduce hesitation, improve workflow, and work smarter during busy season.
Valentines for Accountants: Free Office-Friendly Cards (Plus a Valentine’s Day Flash Sale)
Looking for clever Valentines for accountants? Download our free printable designs and explore Valentine’s Day savings on CPE courses and conferences.
New Orleans After Class
A New Orleans CPE conference with Western CPE offers focused mornings and lively evenings, making it easy to enjoy the city after class.
Where a CPE Conference Can Become a Family Trip
A family-friendly New Orleans CPE conference makes it easy to earn credits in the morning and spend meaningful time together in the afternoon.
A New Orleans CPE Conference That Feels Like a True Getaway
A New Orleans CPE getaway with Western CPE combines focused morning classes with open afternoons, giving you space to reset and enjoy the city at your own pace.