Opportunity zone rules aim to spur further business and real estate investment

The proposed regulations could unlock greater development in low-income communities and give investors a chance to reap tremendous profits.


Is this the year you’ll fire a few clients?

With a finite amount of time and resources, you want to be sure you are investing in your best clients.


IRS still has work to do on authenticating taxpayers to use apps

The Internal Revenue Service is making progress on improving the taxpayer authentication processes for its online applications, but more needs to be done.


The end of a multi-state nightmare for mobile clients?

The Senate looks to ease the burden on taxpayers who travel to work in multiple states.


Goldman Sachs Earth Day impact report shows change isn’t easy

Goldman became the first bank to publish its report in line with Sustainability Accounting Standards Board metrics.


Professional growth, work-life balance top class of 2019's desires

According to a new report from LaSalle Network, graduating college students are starting to value balance and professional development over compensation.


Protecting client data is key — but don’t forget employee data

With cybercrime on the constant rise, accounting firms should take protecting staff data as seriously as protecting customer data.


AICPA launches international tax certificate program

The American Institute of CPAs has introduced a U.S. International Tax Certificate Program that aims to give accounting and finance professionals added skills to navigate the vagaries of international tax compliance and planning.


Noski to chair FAF until end of year

The former Bank of America vice chairman has agreed to stay on through the rest of 2019 as the board of trustees searches for new leaders at FASB and GASB.


IRS to ask for more info about divorce and separation on 1040

A TIGTA report examines the impact of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act on the service, and how it was implemented.