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IRS to Host Virtual Focus Groups on the Business Tax Account Online Tool

CPA Practice

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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What’s the Best Accounting Method Route for Business Tax Purposes?

RogerRossmeisl

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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Survey: Over Half of Accounting Firms Plan to Increase Fees in 2025

CPA Practice

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.

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IRS expands business tax accounts

Accounting Today

Individual partners and individual shareholders of S corps can now get a business tax account.

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How to efficiently file a business tax return: A workflow guide for accounting firms

ThomsonReuters

Filing business tax returns is no doubt an intricate process, but with the right workflow, accounting firms can streamline the process, reduce errors, and ensure compliance. Gather and organize client documents The first step in efficiently filing a business tax return is collecting all necessary documentation.

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Citing Rising Costs, Accounting Firms Plan to Increase Fees in 2025

Going Concern

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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How Bad Accounting Can Impact Your Business Tax Return

LSLCPAs

Accounting is more than just number-crunchingit’s the foundation of your financial stability and success. Yet, for many individuals and businesses, poor accounting practices lead to unnecessary stress, missed opportunities, and even costly tax consequences.