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New Report Provides Insights on Occupational Licensing

The deregulation of certain licensing requirements has been a concern for the CPA profession. While the main focus of these efforts has not been on licensees such as CPAs, engineers, doctors, and lawyers, there is always a risk of collateral damage with the legislative process.
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Business Process Automation Tools Crucial to Success Moving Forward

Remote work is here to stay for many businesses, but so too are other technologies such as data analytics, automation, and business intelligence. These strategies will be more critical as we move forward, and it’s well past time to embrace technology if you haven't done do.
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Business Succession and M&A in a COVID World

For many CPA firms across the country, the coronavirus lockdown put the brakes on their respective succession planning strategies in addition to potential mergers. Several schools of thought have emerged regarding M&A and succession planning within the current accounting landscape.
Tax on Cryptoassets: What Practitioners Need to Know

As tax season comes to a close, it is important to not lose sight of those issues tied to cryptoassets. With the price of bitcoin (among others) experiencing a substantial run-up during the last few months of 2020, and with more individuals gaining exposure to cryptoassets via apps like Robinhood, potential tax issues are substantial.

New Report Provides Insights on Occupational Licensing

The deregulation of certain licensing requirements has been a concern for the CPA profession. While the main focus of these efforts has not been on licensees such as CPAs, engineers, doctors, and lawyers, there is always a risk of collateral damage with the legislative process.
CPAs Offer Financial Policy Options to Pennsylvania Lawmakers

CPAs have extensive experience helping clients meet their fiscal challenges head-on and directing them toward success. Pennsylvania, too, faces fiscal challenge, and the PICPA's Fiscal Responsibility Task Force has developed a report to assist those in governance find a sound financial footing for the state's financial health.

PICPA CEO Mike Colgan Announces Retirement

After 42 years with the PICPA, 10 as CEO and executive director, Michael D. Colgan has announced his retirement at the end of 2021.

CPA Skills Tests: Supporting the Next Generation of CPAs

What are the most important skills for a newly licensed CPA as they enter the profession? While the CPA Exam verifies foundational competencies, the roles of newly licensed CPA continue to change with the profession. What we need to do is balance the need of what we consider “foundation” knowledge with the changes that must be introduced because of the work required of newly licensed CPAs.

Feel Better than the Average Constant Bear

It’s easy to become overwhelmed with work during the busy tax season. Many fitness devotees just can’t find the time for energy-consuming workouts at the gym. This simple, Chinese health exercise requires no equipment, tools, props, or space. You can practice it anywhere, anytime.