How Accounting Firms Can Achieve IRS Publication 4557 Compliance (Without the Headache)
IRS 4557 isn’t optional, and a WISP is mandatory. That’s the first thing every accounting firm needs to…
Cloud Hosting vs Local Server for Accountants: What’s Best for Your Firm?
When deadlines define your reputation, your IT setup becomes the invisible partner that makes or breaks tax season.…
Flat-Fee IT Support for Accounting Firms: A Complete Guide to Predictable, Secure, and Stress-Free Technology
For most accounting firms, technology is both the backbone of operations and the source of endless anxiety. Hidden…
Top 12 Accounting Influencers You Should Follow in 2025
In a world drowning in AI hype and LinkedIn noise, finding the right accounting voices can feel like…
Online Cyber Security Essentials for Multi-Location Accounting Firms
Protecting client trust and ensuring compliance are central concerns for accounting firms operating in multiple locations. The surge…
Top 10 QuickBooks ProAdvisors to Follow Today
Staying ahead with QuickBooks isn’t just about knowing the software, it’s about learning from the people who live…
Dedicated Cloud Hosting vs Shared: When Your Tax Stack Needs Its Own Lane
Tax season isn’t forgiving. One system slowdown at 9 a.m. on a busy March morning can cascade into…
ProSeries Hosting Providers Compared: What ‘Fast’ Actually Means
Every ProSeries hosting provider claims they’re “fast.” But if you’ve ever stared at a frozen screen at 9…
QuickBooks Hosting Providers: 2025 Benchmark & Buyer’s Guide (Speed, Uptime, Support, Security)
QuickBooks Desktop isn’t going anywhere. In fact, for firms that need complex reporting, industry-specific editions, or the stability…
How to Choose a Managed Backup Provider: 27 Audit-Ready Questions for CPA Firms
When a tax season deadline looms, downtime isn’t just inconvenient, it’s catastrophic. For accounting firms, a few hours…
The CPA Firm Backup Compliance Checklist: 27 Controls to Pass FTC Safeguards & IRS WISP [UPDATED]
Short answer (as of Sept 10, 2025): CPA firms must encrypt all backup data at rest/in transit, enforce…