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Optimism and Altruism in the Not-for-Profit World

Jun 10, 2025, 23:37 PM

It is common for CPAs to “give back” and volunteer in the not-for-profit sector. But as CPAs embark on these volunteer efforts they might find the not-for-profit world a little different than what they encounter in for-profit sectors.

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XcelLabs Launches To Transform Accounting

Jun 9, 2025, 14:11 PM

Jody Padar and Katie Tolin have launched XcelLabs, a platform designed to help accountants adopt an AI-first mindset. Backed by PICPA and CPA Crossings, the platform blends training, strategy, and proprietary AI tools to upskill professionals and evolve firms.

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Bridging the Gap Between AI and Traditional Accounting Practices

Jun 9, 2025, 04:24 AM

Artificial intelligence (AI) holds immense potential to enhance traditional accounting workflows. But as exciting as it sounds, many accounting professionals are grappling with the efforts to integrate AI without disrupting the human-centered approach to forming a foundation of client trust.

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How Is the New CPA Exam Holding Up?

A new version of the CPA Exam launched last year that incorporated three core exams and a choice of one of three discipline tests. This feature looks at the results for the majority of 2024 to see how the new exam is faring compared to the previous version.

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Tax-Efficient Distribution Strategies Needed Now for Certain Inherited Retirement Plans

There is a renewed expectation of annual required minimum distributions (RMDs) for certain beneficiaries of inherited qualified retirement plans. If some of the RMDs were deferred over the past few years the tax implications could be substantial.

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Legislative Update - Week Ending June 13, 2025

In this issue: CPA modernization bill passes in Pennsylvania Senate; Bills seek major changes to Pa. sales tax refunds; Pa. combined reporting under committee consideration; and more.

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