In the blogs: A pot to PTIN

Audit myths; credits and whistleblowers; details of reform; and other highlights from our favorite tax bloggers.


Sometimes the box is a good place to think

A puzzle-builder offers rules to help accountants innovate and problem-solve more successfully.


IRS revamps FATCA registration system

The Internal Revenue Service has updated its online registration system for the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act to allow foreign financial institutions to renew their agreement with the IRS.


Finagraph releases Flight, a client portal app

Users can share documents and view a live activity feed.


5 ways accounting firms’ marketing efforts often fall short

Most firms face a never-ending challenge finding and acquiring new clients. According to a recent study, over 70 percent of firms make business development a major priority. Here are five basic mistakes that undermine many firms’ ability to attract new business.


Lease accounting standard leaves companies with questions

As companies get ready for the new lease accounting standard, they’re coming across a variety of complications and questions before the standard takes effect in the next few years.


Accounting & Financial Women’s Alliance, AWSCPA recognize 2017's best firms for women

Advocacy groups highlight the top public firms that champion female leadership and career opportunities.


SEC power to recoup illegal profits curbed by Supreme Court

The U.S. Supreme Court put sharp new limits on a favorite tool used by securities regulators to recoup money from people found to have violated federal laws.


Chances of tax reform: Better than even

Early timelines were ‘overly optimistic,’ but there’s still a strong possibility of change, experts say.


Ryan's affection for his own plan leaves tax measure in limbo

Paul Ryan’s tenure as House speaker will be judged in part on whether he can deliver a Republican tax plan. But rather than spearhead the effort to reach consensus, Ryan is still clinging to his own widely rejected proposal.