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Tax Strategy Scan: Picking the Best Shelter
 
Our weekly roundup of tax-related investment strategies and news your clients may be thinking about.
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Firm News – July 8, 2016
 
A roundup of recent expansions, additions, new services and other news from firms across the country.
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People News – July 8, 2016
 
A roundup of recent hires, promotions, awards and other personnel news from firms across the country.
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Have You Discussed 401(K) Plans with Your Business Clients?
 
Have You Discussed 401(K) Plans with Your Business Clients?
by PAUL DAVIDSON
 
Retirement plans are often considered strategic advantages for businesses, yet many small businesses do not offer their employees 401(k) plans. As an accountant, this is a discussion you can have with your business clients, to help them understand the value of retirement plans and how they can build upon the success of their company...
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Most Accountants Have Made Their Pick for Prez
by DANIEL HOOD
 
Two-thirds of accountants surveyed already know who they will vote for in November’s presidential election.
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Tax Fraud Blotter: 335 Out of 340
by JEFF STIMPSON
 
A roundup of our favorite recent tax fraud cases.
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In the Blogs: Notice Anything?
by JEFF STIMPSON
 
Highlights of some of our favorite tax-related blogs from the past week.
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RISCPA Names New Chair, Board Members
by DANIEL HOOD
 
The Rhode Island Society of CPAs announced its new chairman and four new board members.
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AICPA Issues Exposure Drafts
by DANIEL HOOD
 
The American Institute of CPAs has issued two new exposure drafts, including a proposal to update auditing standards surrounding going-concern evaluations.
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2016 EY-Earthwatch Ambassadors program donates 3,000 hours of research to Brazil, Mexico
by SEAN MCCABE
 
EY announced that their EY-Earthwatch Ambassadors program - a collaboration between EY and the Earthwatch Institute, a non-profit that looks to engage professionals in scientific field research and education in sustainable environments - donated 3,120 hours of service this year in assisting local entrepreneurs in Latin America.
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Hold the Sunscreen!
by ROGER RUSSELL
 
Yes, it’s summer, but that doesn’t mean it’s time to forget about your clients, or ease up on your plans to attract new ones.
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Getting Past the Dark Side of Sales
 
Getting Past the Dark Side of Sales
 
Industry consultant Martin Bissett has tips for getting CPAs more comfortable with sales.
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Columbus Acquires Client Strategy Group
by RANICA ARROWSMITH
 
Microsoft reseller Columbus has acquired Microsoft Dynamics ERP-focused consultancy Client Strategy Group, growing its presence in the United States.
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High Sales Tax States Cluster in Southeast
by DANIEL HOOD
 
Many of the highest average state and local sales tax rates are found in the Southeast, according to a midyear report from the Tax Foundation.
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Tax Relief for West Va. Weather Victims
by JEFF STIMPSON
 
The IRS is offering tax relief for the victims of the severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides in late June in parts of West Virginia.
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10 Tips on Amending a Tax Return
 
The IRS shares some advice on fixing a return
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CPAs and Tax Pros Gone Wrong
 
Some of our favorite examples of professionals breaking bad
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