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Tax Foundation releases state business tax index

South Dakota's tax system is most welcoming to economic activity while New York's tax code ranks 50th as the least hospitable, according to the Tax Foundation's most recent edition of the State Business Tax Climate Index, which ranks the tax systems of the 50 states.
Community News

Morrison & Company merges with WithumSmith+Brown

Forensic accounting firm Morrison & Company, P.A., has merged with New Jersey-based CPA firm WithumSmith+Brown, P.C. Effective this week, the union adds 14 professionals to the WS+B roster.
Education & Careers

Small business employment index indicates 49,000 new jobs; wages down slightly

Small business employment continued to show growth in November, although wages were down and hours worked remained flat, according to this month's Small Business Employment Index by Intuit Inc.
Community News

Company announcements: Week of November 22

Following is the latest roundup of firm news for the week of November 22, 2010.
Community News

Citrin Cooperman acquires firms in New York, New Jersey; may acquire more in 2010

Citrin Cooperman this week announced that New York-based Wlodinguer, Erk & Chanzis and New Jersey-based Rose, Dratch & Gilbert have joined the regional accounting and business consulting firm.
Tax

Four celebrities face battles with the IRS

Even the thin, beautiful, and talented have to pay their fair share of taxes. Beverly Johnson, Janice Dickinson, Jaime Pressly, and Toni Braxton have run-ins with the IRS.
Practice Management

Making the most of customer, client, and employee rapport during the holidays

The holidays: a nice, quiet time of year to enjoy with friends and family, while methodically preparing for the upcoming year and a busy tax season.
A&A

Employment, pay improves for small businesses in October

Small business employment growth and compensation picked up in October with a strong uptick in hours worked.
Practice Development

How to strengthen the CPA/attorney relationship

There’s nothing better than a warm referral – and most CPAs are always on the hunt for new sources. One great potential lead source that is often overlooked is the attorney who practices in areas that are complementary to your expertise.
Community News

Former KPMG Chairman Hanson dies at 84

Walter E. Hanson, former chairman of KPMG, died last month after a long illness at his home in Newport Beach, California. He was 84.
A&A

Highlights of the 2010 IRPAC Report

This month, the Information Reporting Program Advisory Committee (IRPAC) released its report for 2010 outlining recommendations to the IRS regarding several key issues that have recently become law, or are soon to take effect.
Community News

Company announcements: Week of October 18

Following is the latest roundup of firm news for the week of October 18, 2010.
Community News

Stonefield Josephson merges with Marcum

The East Coast and the West Coast got a little closer in the accounting world with the merger of New York City-based Marcum LLP and Stonefield Josephson, Inc., of Los Angeles.
Community News

Company announcements: Week of September 27, 2010

Following is the latest roundup of firm news for the week of September 27, 2010.
Tax

Reality star caught in financial pickle

You don’t have to be a financial wizard to understand that you shouldn't go on lavish shopping sprees just days after you file bankruptcy papers. While that goes for everyone, it’s especially true for celebrities who are likely to be recognized.
Community News

Company announcements: Week of September 7, 2010

Following is the latest roundup of firm news for the week of September 7, 2010.
Community News

Company announcements: Week of August 30

Following is the latest roundup of firm news for the week of August 30, 2010.
Community News

Company announcements: Week of August 23

Following is the latest roundup of firm news for the week of August 23, 2010.
Tax

Film tax credits: A hot topic for state budgets

You might have heard that many states use film tax credits as a way to attract production companies to make movies and TV shows within their borders, resulting in jobs for residents and publicity for the state. With budgets tightening, some states are suspending or reducing the incentives, while others are enhancing their existing programs and creating new ones.
Community News

Newly merged EisnerAmper becomes 14th largest accounting firm in nation

Eisner LLP and Amper, Politziner & Mattia, LLP have announced that they have combined their practices to form EisnerAmper LLP. The newly formed entity will be the 14th largest accounting firm in the United States.

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Even though any accounting auditor would tell you it seems like there are an awful lot of tax accountants out there, surely one-third of the country isn't made up of tax preparers, so it's rather startling news to learn that one-third of Americans like to do their taxes. Who knew?
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