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Going the Freemium Pricing Route: What You Need to Know

Patriot Software

When Goldilocks broke into the Three Bears’ home, she needed a bed that was just right—not too small and not too large. Likewise, when you break into the market, you need to set prices that are just right—not too low and not too high. Could freemium pricing be your “just right” strategy? So, what in […] READ MORE.

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Tricky items for sales tax (Part 2)

TaxConnex

Our Halloween-month look at tricky items for sales tax continues here with a few items it’s hard to live without…. Clothes. Clothing is taxable in most states and the District of Columbia. Some states (of course) have special sales tax rules for clothing. California, Idaho and Tennessee exempt only clothing sales for some nonprofits, for example. South Carolina, Ohio and Virginia exempt some protective clothing.

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Your Practical Guide to a Cyber Incident Response Plan

Withum

A cyber Incident Response Plan (IRP) can help an organization prepare to reduce the overall impact of an incident. A potential cyber breach incident can be a ransomware attack , a malicious insider, an external attacker that gained access via a phishing campaign or internal human error, among many others. When dealing with incidents, we often say it is not if, but when an incident will occur.

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Roaring retention: The antidote to quiet quitting

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Your Accounting Expertise Will Only Get You So Far: The New Way To Lead

Speaker: Victor C. Barnes, CPA, MBA

In the climb from contributor to leader, the rules quietly change. But if you’re aiming for the summit, the air gets thinner, and what got you here won’t be enough to get you to the top. 🗻 What made you successful early in your finance career—technical accuracy, sharp analysis, flawless execution—won’t be what carries you to the next level. The higher you go, the more your effectiveness depends on how you connect, adapt, and communicate.

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When Is a Good Time To Start a Business?

Withum

Starting a business is a big step whenever it is done. A question is: when to do it? Is now a good time, or should you wait for the right time? People go into a business for many reasons, with some being started as a part-time activity, when you are laid off and cannot get another comparable job or when you are just ready to do it and need to quit your job.

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PCAOB levies biggest-ever individual fine on auditor

Accounting Today

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IRS unveils inflation adjustments for next year

Accounting Today

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The Dallas Cowboys Are Getting Some Extra Accountants With This CohnReznick Merger

Going Concern

CohnReznick announced a merger with Dallas firm BKM Sowan Horan and the Dallas Morning News took the opportunity to trumpet the happy nuptials of the official accounting firm of the Dallas Cowboys. Dallas Morning News : CohnReznick, the 15th largest accounting firm in the U.S. and the official accounting firm of the Dallas Cowboys, says it has “huge growth plans” for Dallas after combining with a local firm founded in 2010.

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What Is a Point of Sale System, and How Can It Improve Your Day-to-day Operations?

Patriot Software

According to one source, over 60% of small businesses don’t have a point of sale system in place. Does your business fall into 60%+? If so, your small company could be missing out on a smoother system and in-depth sales reports. If you want to grow your business, efficiently track sales, and streamline your day-to-day […] READ MORE.

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CohnReznick expands in Texas

Accounting Today

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The Hidden Science Behind Why Finance Teams Resist Change—And How to Fix It

Speaker: Kim Beynon, CPA, CGMA, PMP

The most overlooked, yet most critical, element of transformation is preparing people for change. Automation and AI aren't just technical upgrades, they’re cultural shifts which can challenge identities. That’s why change management isn’t a side project—it’s the foundation. In finance, where precision and process rule, navigating change can feel especially disruptive.

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Need Reasons to Hire Veterans? Here Are a Dozen!

Patriot Software

Veterans, who have worked to protect the U.S., can be skilled, responsible employees who bring multiple advantages to your small business. Reasons to hire veterans There are plenty of reasons to hire veterans. Here are some of the unique experiences and strengths a veteran can bring to your business. Veterans are team players. Military training […] READ MORE.

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Top 100 ProAdvisors: Meet Veronica Wasek

Intuitive Accountant

Our continuing snapshot of this year's Top 100 ProAdvisors continues with the founder and CEO of VM Wasek.

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What Are Allocated Tips?

Patriot Software

In the foodservice industry, tips are an important part of employee compensation. Tips are added to employee wages so they can earn at least minimum wage. But, what happens when a tipped employee earns few tips? What are allocated tips? Allocated tips are amounts given to tipped employees in addition to the tips they report. […] READ MORE.

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Xero Announces Price Changes for North America

Intuitive Accountant

Effective price increase dates depend on the type of plan US and Canadian users currently have.

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Doing More With Less: The Modern Finance Miracle

Speaker: Mark Gilham, FCCA, CPP

Finance used to be the function that counted, now it's the one that’s counted on. 📊 For accounting firms, controllers, and finance leaders, expectations are rising faster than headcount. Businesses want agile forecasts, granular analysis, seamless reporting, and smart automation—often without added resources while demanding uncompromised accuracy and compliance.

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Cloud-Based Accounting Services Are Just What You Need

AccountingDepartment

Outsourced accounting services are rapidly gaining popularity among businesses. More than two-thirds of large businesses outsource roughly 40% of their accounting and IT processes. And, accounting services and IT services are the top two outsourced categories.

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Tax breaks for kids, companies are suddenly brewing in Congress

Accounting Today

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Unpacking Your Clients' Tax Pain Points

Intuitive Accountant

Use this script to create a winning sales tax service strategy for your firm.

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New Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, reverses most of the mini budget

Wellers Accounting

Tom Biggs ACA CTA , explains what you need to know as most of Kwasi Kwarteng's and Liz Truss's mini budget is scrapped.

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8 Pillars of Leadership Development

Great leadership development is the key to sustainable business growth. Are you ready to design an effective program? HR can use Paycor’s framework to: Set achievable goals. Align employee and company needs. Support different learning styles. Empower the next generation of leaders. Invest in your company’s future with a strong leadership development program.

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How to Fire an Employee the Legal Way

Patriot Software

Firing an employee is a tough decision for any business owner. Make sure to do it the legal way. No one likes to fire an employee. You may be concerned about hurting the feelings of a likable, yet unproductive, worker. You may know how financially devastating it will be for a hard worker that you […] READ MORE.

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FASB proposes new chapter in Conceptual Framework

Accounting Today

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Paid vs. Unpaid Internships: What Are the Risks?

Patriot Software

Offering internships can be a great way to partner with your local university to train future leaders in your field. But there’s a point of contention … paid vs. unpaid internships. So, if you’re using unpaid interns instead of putting them on your payroll, you may be running afoul of the law. The biggest offenders […] READ MORE.

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Family Glitch Gets 'Unglitched' by IRS

Intuitive Accountant

The Oct. 11 IRS final rule seeks to 'un-glitch' the Family Glitch in the Affordable Care Act.

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Protect What Matters: Rethinking Finance Ops In A Digital World

Speaker: Cheryl J. Muldrew-McMurtry

Distributed finance teams are rewriting how the back-office runs, and attackers are taking notes. Disconnected workflows, process blind spots, and rising cyber threats are more than just growing pains—they’re liabilities. The challenge isn’t just going remote. It’s building resilient systems that protect accuracy, control, and speed across every transaction and touchpoint.

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How to Maintain Payroll Confidentiality

Patriot Software

Payroll includes a lot of confidential information. Your payroll records include both business and employee information. There are names, addresses, Social Security numbers, dates of birth, pay rates, benefits, deductions, and bank accounts. With so much sensitive information, it is important to maintain payroll confidentiality. Why payroll confidentiality is important There are several reasons why […] READ MORE.

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Five steps to choose the right apps for your business

Xero

Apps can benefit your business in many ways, including helping you gain valuable insights, and automating time-consuming tasks, so you have more time to spend on growing your business – or just doing more of the things you love. With over 1,000 apps that connect to Xero, the Xero App Store makes it easy to find, try and buy apps. If you’re not sure where to start, here are five easy steps to help you choose the right apps for you and your business. . 1.

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“Do You Have a Permit for That?” Business Licenses and Permits You Need to Stay Legal

Patriot Software

If you want to operate your small company legally, you likely need some business licenses and permits. There are federal, state, and local licenses and permits you might have to apply for. It all depends on your business. So, do you know which types of business licenses and permits you need to keep things legal? […] READ MORE.

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20 Days to a Better Firm: Make them feel seen

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How to Set Better OKRs and Drive Results

Before you can achieve success, you have to define it. Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) give you the framework to do just that. Paycor’s free guide includes a step-by-step process leaders can use to work toward – and achieve – their loftiest business goals.

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How to Find Interns for Your Small Business

Patriot Software

You have done your research and know how to structure a successful internship program. And per the U.S. Department of Labor rules, you’ve determined that you will need to pay any interns you bring on board. But, do you know how to find interns who want to work for you? What are you hoping to […] READ MORE.

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Tax Strategy: The impact of IRS funding in the Inflation Reduction Act

Accounting Today

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Adding Workers With Disabilities to Your Payroll: Info for Employers

Patriot Software

In a 2021 survey by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the unemployment rate for people with disabilities was 10.1 percent, with a slight decrease from the previous year. This is about twice as high as the current unemployment rate of people without disabilities. A large proportion of individuals with disabilities (82.5%) are not in the […] READ MORE.

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Spreadsheets are not free

Accounting Today

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Automation, Evolved: Your New Playbook for Smarter Knowledge Work

Speaker: Frank Taliano

Documents are the backbone of enterprise operations, but they are also a common source of inefficiency. From buried insights to manual handoffs, document-based workflows can quietly stall decision-making and drain resources. For large, complex organizations, legacy systems and siloed processes create friction that AI is uniquely positioned to resolve.