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IRS proposes new rules for e-filing information returns

By Michael Cohn       3 min read

The Internal Revenue Service proposed regulations lowering the threshold so more employers will need to electronically file information returns such as W-2 and 1099 forms instead of filing them on paper. Read story →

Accounting Today names 2021 Best Firms to Work For

By Daniel Hood       2 min read

The annual list recognizes the 100 top workplaces in the profession. Read story →

PwC wins ruling against auditor whistleblower who sued over termination

By Michael Cohn       4 min read

A federal judge in San Francisco ruled in favor of PricewaterhouseCoopers in a case involving a former employee who sued PwC for firing him after he complained about conflicts of interest among audit clients. Read story →

Are non-compete agreements now unenforceable?

By Joel Sinkin, Terrence Putney       5 min read

A presidential executive order raises questions about a tool that accounting firms often rely on. Read story →

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SBA to open streamlined PPP loan forgiveness portal

By Michael Cohn       3 min read

The U.S. Small Business Administration will be unveiling an online portal where Paycheck Protection Program borrowers can directly apply for forgiveness on loans of $150,000 or less without going through their bank. Read story →

Britney Spears asks PwC alum to take over conservatorship

By Ranica Arrowsmith       2 min read

Jason Rubin is a CPA with extensive experience in forensic, investigative accounting, and conservatorships.  Read story →

Rapid change, uncertainty to remain hallmarks of profession, say AICPA leaders

By Danielle Lee       7 min read

The key tactic for CPA firms moving forward is strategic prioritization, according to the panel of AICPA and CPA.com leaders.  Read story →

Congress proposes to restore tax deductions for performing artists

By Michael Cohn       4 min read

Two lawmakers in the House reintroduced bipartisan legislation Wednesday to change a provision in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act that makes it difficult for performers to deduct business expenses. Read story →

Small businesses face bookkeeping challenges, overdue invoices during pandemic

By Michael Cohn       5 min read

Small business owners have been coping with unpaid invoices and inadequate accounting during the pandemic and needed to cover expenses by selling family heirlooms and other valuables. Read story →

IRS plans improved security for information returns

By Michael Cohn       2 min read

The service is beefing up the security requirements for tax pros using its system for electronically filing information returns. Read story →

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