IRS refund delays could force changes in Treasury bill supply

As the U.S. government shutdown continues, one potential consequence of it threatens to disrupt the supply of T-bills.


House Democrats cancel tax refund hearing after Mnuchin opts out

Lawmakers want to know how the longest government shutdown in history will affect one of the most critical tax filing seasons. But it’s unlikely they’re going to get any answers this week.


AICPA sees financial satisfaction waning amid market volatility and tax season uncertainty

Personal financial satisfaction declined in the fourth quarter of 2018 as stock market gyrations and the prospect of a government shutdown weighed on U.S. consumers, according to a survey by the American Institute of CPAs.


Soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo to pay $21.6M fine for tax fraud

The athlete will be able to avoid a prison sentence with the plea deal.


Study finds aggressive tax strategies can lead to investor confusion

Complicated corporate tax planning tactics can produce uncertainty about taxes, in addition to the basics of company operations and finances.


How to track the success of your marketing plan

Too often professional services firms put time and money into a marketing plan and then fail to follow up on their efforts.


In the blogs: Promises, promises

Remembering this season; retention pointers; IRS Mind; and other highlights from our favorite tax bloggers.


IRS user-fee hearing canceled due to shutdown

The service is currently unable to reschedule the event.


New lists name top tax pros, cloud acct’g experts

The TaxBuzZ and CountingWorks lists are based in part on client reviews.


Sage sells U.S. Payroll Solutions arm

The sale comes at a time when accounting software providers are bolstering their payroll capabilities.