TaxConnex

DECEMBER 3, 2024

There’s always something changing in the world of tax, especially sales tax. The five-letter acronym stands for the states without a statewide sales tax – New Hampshire, Oregon, Montana, Alaska and Delaware – and two of those states might be leaving the group sooner than later. billion-plus from a 4% sales tax in FY25.

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ThomsonReuters

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Jump to Overview of the recent halting Implications for tax and accounting professionals What’s next? By requiring businesses to disclose beneficial ownership information, the CTA seeks to combat financial crimes such as money laundering and tax evasion. financial system.

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TaxConnex

MARCH 4, 2025

It also seems to have an excellent take on sales tax in its functions, including where Squares responsibilities end and yours begin. Feeling your pain Sales tax isnt fun or exciting to think about, Square says up front in its guide, 9 Crucial Things to Know About Sales Tax. Tax compliance is your responsibility.

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TaxConnex

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Your sales tax obligations depend on knowledge and that knowledge often resides in a professional tax specialist (usually an accountant) who helps your company meet its sales tax obligations. This is a complicated time for sales tax obligations – and a terrible time to try to hire an accountant.

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Going Concern

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Ignition has released its 2024 US Accounting and Tax Pricing Benchmark report and it reveals that the 325 Ignition customers surveyed are going all-in on fee increases in 2025. 57% of accounting firms plan to increase fees across all services in 2025. 57% of accounting firms plan to increase fees across all services in 2025.

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CPA Practice

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

If you’re a business owner or a tax professional who represents one, the IRS wants to hear from you. 22 that it’s conducting virtual focus groups starting in December to gather feedback on the business tax account (BTA) online self-service tool. “We The agency said in an email on Nov.

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RogerRossmeisl

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Businesses basically have two accounting methods to figure their taxable income: cash and accrual. Many businesses have a choice of which method to use for tax purposes. The cash method often provides significant tax benefits for eligible businesses, though some may be better off using the accrual method.

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CPA Practice

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

We track the top products in every category and discuss them in our weekly podcasts in The Accounting Technology Lab. For example, 1040 tax prep will likely soon be worth more than ever. Sifting through what is in the market and coming to market, it is clear that tax preparation will be more profitable than ever.

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CPA Practice

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Brian Tankersley, CPA, and Randy Johnston review TaxGPT , an AI-powered tax assistant for accountants & tax professionals. The tech and accounting professionals that developed the TaxGPT co-pilot system says it can boost productivity by 10x. We’d like to talk about another AI based tax research tool called Tax GPT.

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CPA Practice

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

A new report from practice management software provider Ignition says rising business costs are driving fee increases at accounting firms, with 57% planning to raise fees across all services next year. 90% plan to increase fees for individual tax returns. 87% plan to increase fees for business tax returns. The 2024 U.S.

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TaxConnex

MAY 7, 2024

There’s always something changing in the world of tax, especially sales tax. A bill that would raise the online sales tax in Alabama is progressing with state lawmakers. The current Alabama sales tax is 8% for online purchases, the same as for purchases at the state’s brick-and-mortar stores. Leveling the field.

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CPA Practice

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

This webinar will be held on Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 12:00pm ET Sponsor: Avalara Duration: 1 Hour Register Now This webinar is designed for accountants using QuickBooks, Xero, or similar accounting software. He also co-founded Acuity Invests, which invests in accounting tech, SaaS, fintech, and crypto companies.

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CPA Practice

OCTOBER 31, 2024

tax professionals responsible for managing sales tax obligations for independent retailers reveals that 97% of respondents say they have automated or plan to automate their sales tax compliance process. A new Avalara survey of U.S. The survey, which was conducted from Oct. The survey, which was conducted from Oct.

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ThomsonReuters

MARCH 3, 2025

In a profession known for its measured approach to change, agentic AI is emerging as a transformative force for accountants, redefining the nature of daily work and opening the door to more meaningful (and profitable) relationships with clients. But what is agentic AI, and how is it transforming the accounting profession?

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TaxConnex

APRIL 25, 2024

There’s nothing like just walking down the hall of your office or clicking into a virtual team meeting to get an answer on something as complex and important as your company’s sales tax obligations. Almost as many (43%) relied on internal resources for the all-important task of calculating the correct sales tax.

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ThomsonReuters

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Blog home As artificial intelligence continues to rapidly evolve , a new concept is emerging that tax and accounting professionals need to be aware of: agentic AI. For tax and accounting firms, agentic AI has the potential to dramatically transform workflows, client services, and the nature of professional work itself.

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CPA Practice

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

The American Institute of CPAs has recognized two prominent Tax Division members during the 2024 AICPA Fall Tax Division Meeting. These recipients have stood apart from their peers throughout their careers and this past year contributed valuable expertise to strengthen the accounting profession. Sansone, CPA – 2024 Arthur J.

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ThomsonReuters

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Blog home As artificial intelligence continues to rapidly evolve , a new concept is emerging that tax and accounting professionals need to be aware of: agentic AI. For tax and accounting firms, agentic AI has the potential to dramatically transform workflows, client services, and the nature of professional work itself.

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TaxConnex

JULY 18, 2024

Sales Tax Accruals Ensure that sales tax is stated in your general ledger as a separate GL account number. This separation helps in clearly identifying and tracking sales tax amounts. Returns/Credits Returns and credits should be clearly identified in your accounting system.

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CPA Practice

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

This webinar will be held on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 1:00pm ET Sponsor: Avalara Duration: 1 Hour Register Now We’ll demonstrate how automation integrates with popular accounting platforms to save time, reduce risk, and enhance efficiency. We live and breathe sales tax and license compliance. Plus, earn free CPE credit!

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MyIRSRelief

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Enrolled Agent: Comprehensive Tax Services for Individuals and Businesses When it comes to managing your taxes, finding a qualified and reliable tax professional is crucial. An Enrolled Agent (EA) is a federally-authorized tax practitioner who has technical expertise in the field of taxation and is empowered by the U.S.

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CPA Practice

OCTOBER 17, 2024

State and local governments are being squeezed by a shortage of accounting professionals, making it difficult at times to find staff CPAs who can prepare critical financial information or outside firms to conduct audits. But accountants who do government work face unique challenges that require more specialized solutions. “But

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Withum

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Finance teams planning for their year-end financial statement audit have an even longer list of things to think about at the end of the year, including income statements, balance sheets, and, finally, the income tax provisions and disclosures that must be presented in the financial statements.

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RogerRossmeisl

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

But nothing is decided tax-wise until year-end when the final results of your trades will reveal your 2023 tax situation. Here’s what you need to know to avoid tax surprises. While these changes affect your account value, they have no tax consequences until you finally start taking withdrawals.

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CPA Practice

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Brian Tankersley, CPA, and Randy Johnston review HubSync , an all-in-one, modern client platform which automates the tax return and other key processes and provides a single gateway to drive “Best-in-Class” collaboration between professionals and their clients. Randy Johnston 00:04 Welcome to the accounting Technology Lab.

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RogerRossmeisl

OCTOBER 24, 2023

If you have family members with disabilities, there may be a tax-advantaged way to save for their needs — without having them lose eligibility for the government benefits to which they’re entitled. law made changes that will allow more people to be eligible for these accounts, beginning in 2026. The SECURE 2.0 The SECURE 2.0

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Patriot Software

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Accounting, taxes, and financial planning are tricky tasks to navigate, plain and simple. Thankfully, there are tools, like accounting software, you can use to streamline your responsibilities. But at some point, you might decide to hire an accountant for their professional guidance. Signs […] Read More

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TaxConnex

MARCH 31, 2022

One such phrase is “sales and use tax.”. We sure know what “sales” tax is. What about Use Tax? Use tax is defined ?as as a tax on the storage, use or consumption of a taxable item or service on which no sales tax has been paid. Use tax or sales tax is due on a sale, but not both. Your ‘choice’.

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TaxConnex

JULY 9, 2024

Sales tax compliance has many moving parts, not just in the filing but in everything that goes into making sure you stay on the legal side of the jurisdictions where you have sales tax nexus. Billing systems You charge the customers sales tax for online purchases, they pay and you remit the money to the tax jurisdictions.

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TaxConnex

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Usually all retail sales of tangible personal property (TPP) are taxable, but many states have started to tax services. Who the customer is and what they’ll use the TPP for can create a sales tax exclusion, too, such as when selling to a church or government agency. They also take the burden of sales tax obligation off the seller.

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CPA Practice

DECEMBER 9, 2024

A new report reveals a dramatic shift in the expectations that businesses and individuals who use accountants have of those professionals, with findings that highlight the need for seamless technology, proactive communication, and personalized service. taxpayers to reveal what they truly want from their accountants.

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CTP

OCTOBER 28, 2024

In recent years, tax planners have increasingly been recruited to work alongside family offices. Adding a knowledgeable tax planner to their team can greatly increase the value the firm provides its clients. Tax planners should be aware that the smaller the family office is, the more problematic it becomes from a tax perspective.

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RogerRossmeisl

DECEMBER 15, 2024

A solo 401(k), also known as an individual 401(k), may offer advantages in terms of contributions, tax savings and investment options. These accounts are geared toward self-employed individuals, including sole proprietors, owners of single-member limited liability companies, consultants and other one-person businesses.

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TaxConnex

DECEMBER 12, 2023

But not for sales tax liability, where most states still maintain strong responsible party laws. And they can come as a real shock: CEOs, CFOs, directors and other execs can be held personally responsible for sales tax shortfalls. That’s true for many of the fiscal messes that can befall a company. How do they know who’s responsible?

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