Federal and state tax news
Latest federal and state tax news articles
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ArticleTax & AccountingApril 24, 2026
2026 Post-filing season update
A look at the 2026 tax filing season, from smooth IRS operations and OBBBA implementation to refund trends, electronic payment shifts, and potential tax legislation ahead. -
ArticleTax & AccountingUpdated April 22, 2026
Biden Admin student loan debt forgiveness program: full details, current status, tax implications
Eligibility details, state and federal tax implications, and how to apply for the up to $20,000 student loan debt forgiveness announced by President Biden on August 24, 2022 -
ArticleTax & AccountingUpdated February 16, 2026
Modernizing payments: The shift from paper checks to digital
The US Treasury's mandate to end paper checks by 9/30/25 will impact all tax preparers. Learn how to best support your clients during this transition. -
ArticleTax & AccountingFebruary 11, 2026
2025 tax law changes: Key OBBBA updates for preparers
Stay ahead of the 2025 tax law changes with this expert guide for tax preparers about the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) impact. -
ArticleComplianceTax & AccountingFebruary 05, 2026
Navigating the new tax compliance era: Key changes for corporations under the OBBBA
Corporate taxpayers face new reporting demands and expanded incentives under the OBBBA. -
ArticleTax & AccountingJanuary 28, 2026
U.S. federal tax briefing: The 2025 tax year in review
Review the biggest tax developments of 2025, including One Big Beautiful Bill Act, IRS leadership changes, Direct File elimination, BOI reporting updates, digital asset taxation, and AI at the IRS. -
ArticleTax & AccountingDecember 04, 2025
CCH® AnswerConnect and the no taxes on overtime pay rule
Learn how CCH® AnswerConnect helps accountants interpret the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) overtime pay provision with clarity, speed, and confidence. -
ArticleTax & AccountingDecember 03, 2025
Combatting misinformation about personal car loan interest deductions
Navigate misinformation about the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) with easy access to auto loan interest deduction rules and which qualifying vehicles apply.
Accounting and audit news
Latest accounting and audit news articles
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ArticleTax & AccountingApril 28, 2026
How AI can accelerate career progression
Discover how accounting professionals are using AI to work more efficiently, strengthen expertise, and advance their careers with confidence. -
ArticleTax & AccountingApril 27, 2026
AI that holds up under review: Building defensible intelligence into firm workflows
Why defensible, workflow‑embedded AI —not bolt‑on tools — is becoming the standard for tax, audit, and advisory firms. -
ArticleComplianceTax & AccountingApril 07, 2026
Top challenges facing accounting firms in 2026: Regulatory complexity, talent, tech, and client demands
Discover the top challenges accounting firms will face in 2026 — from regulatory complexity and rising client expectations to talent shortages and tech adoption—and learn how firms of every size can prepare for the year ahead. -
ArticleTax & AccountingApril 01, 2026
6 strategies for helping accounting firms keep up with agentic AI
Discover six practical strategies accounting firms can use to adopt agentic AI, redesign workflows, and stay competitive as AI reshapes the profession. -
ArticleComplianceCorporateTax & AccountingSeptember 04, 2025
Why corporations need a dedicated tax research solution, now more than ever
Corporate tax research demands accuracy. Learn why dedicated tools beat outdated methods for compliance and decision-making. -
ArticleTax & AccountingAugust 25, 2025
Improve efficiency, client service, and performance with integrated client data
With CCH Axcess's cloud-based client database, you enter client details once and they automatically appear wherever your team needs them. -
ArticleTax & AccountingMay 12, 2025
A closer look: Discussion and analysis of current accounting and reporting issues related to tariffs
Recent significant changes in tariffs initiated by the U.S. government have consumed global news and introduced significant uncertainty into business operations and financial markets. -
ArticleTax & AccountingApril 23, 2025
2025 post-filing season update
The 2025 tax filing season passed without much fanfare. Congress took no significant direct action, although the foundation has been laid for tax legislation to be moved before the end of the year.
All tax and accounting articles
Latest tax and accounting articles
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ArticleTax & AccountingApril 29, 2026
The busy season divide is real: Why some accounting firms struggle while others thrive
Learn why some accounting firms experience smoother busy seasons while others struggle — exploring workflows, technology gaps, and operational decisions. -
ArticleTax & AccountingUpdated April 28, 2026
Historical look at Estate and Gift Tax rates
Wolters Kluwer takes a historical look at estate and gift tax rates in the United States. -
ArticleTax & AccountingApril 28, 2026
How AI can accelerate career progression
Discover how accounting professionals are using AI to work more efficiently, strengthen expertise, and advance their careers with confidence. -
ArticleTax & AccountingApril 27, 2026
Why K-1 processing still slows down tax season
K‑1 complexity exposes weak tax workflows. Advanced scanning fixes the problem where it starts: data ingestion. -
ArticleTax & AccountingApril 27, 2026
AI-powered tax workflows: 9 capabilities for modern firms
Explore the 9 capabilities modern tax firms need to build AI‑powered workflows that reduce manual work and unlock scalable growth. -
ArticleTax & AccountingApril 27, 2026
AI that holds up under review: Building defensible intelligence into firm workflows
Why defensible, workflow‑embedded AI —not bolt‑on tools — is becoming the standard for tax, audit, and advisory firms. -
ArticleTax & AccountingApril 24, 2026
2026 Post-filing season update
A look at the 2026 tax filing season, from smooth IRS operations and OBBBA implementation to refund trends, electronic payment shifts, and potential tax legislation ahead. -
ArticleTax & AccountingApril 23, 2026
3 steps to developing a successful advisory services model for your accounting firm
Learn how your accounting firm can create and price advisory service packages, communicate with, and transition clients to a new business model.