Tax Fraud Blotter: Scam demolished

Out of the pool; two-timer crook; pizza plea for preparer; and other highlights of recent tax cases.


IRS reportedly working with Mueller on Trump probe

The Internal Revenue Service’s Criminal Investigation unit has reportedly been tapped by special counsel Robert Mueller’s office to help investigate financial ties between Donald Trump’s presidential campaign and Russia.


AICPA proposes attestation procedure standard and revenue recognition guidance

The American Institute of CPAs’ Accounting and Review Services Committee has published an exposure draft of a proposed standard on procedures for attestation engagements, while its Financial Reporting Executive Committee has issued working drafts of some of its industry-specific guidance for various industries.


IRS debuts new website

Critics say the push for online engagement ignores certain taxpayer segments, but others disagree.


Product News: Expensify doubles users in 2017

ZipBooks adds new 1099 feature, and ReportAmigo adds several updates to its reporting software.


Practice Profile: The politics of perseverance

How TFC Consulting evolved into a top government-contracting firm.


Firms on the move: H&R Block awards 29 associates

Dunlap & Associates accountants medal in community 5Ks; Andersen Global expands Mexico presence; and more news from CPA offices across the country.


People on the move: Marcum names regional, office MPs

Brown, Fink, Boyce & Astle promotes nine; Geffen Mesher advances 11; and other recent hires, promotions and personnel news from firms across the country.


Tax relief for West Virginia weather victims

Victims of the severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides that took place beginning on July 28 in parts of West Virginia may qualify for tax relief from the IRS.


IRS warns of Harvey scams

The IRS is warning about possible fake charity scams emerging due to Hurricane Harvey.