Accounting
Apps.com Extends Its Global Reach
Late last year, Intuit unveiled its app depot designed to make it easier for small business owners to manage their business. Since its debut, it has seen huge growth in the number of developers creating apps, with new apps being added regularly. In addition, the number of QuickBooks subscribers outside the U.S. has nearly doubled to 46,000 subscribers, and continues to grow - one more reason Intuit is looking to extend the number and types of apps available to its more than 561,000 online subscribers and 1.57 million users worldwide.
All In a Night’s Sleep: How Accountants Cope with Sleep and Busy Season
Accounting offices across the country have started transitioning to offices that allow staff to work anywhere, anytime. This has led to many professionals “burning the midnight oil” to get more done at a time when everything else slows down.
Business Travelers Rank Favorite Restaurants and Hotels
When it comes to dining, the top priority of business travelers is "affordable convenience," which equates to fast food. But when they have the time for something a little more substantial, they still trend toward casual restaurants.
AICPA President Commends Senate Action on Government Spending
The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants has announced its support for the bill, and the group's president and CEO, Barry C. Melancon, CPA, CGMA, issued a response commending them.
Maryland CPA Society Partners with Avalara for Sales Tax Resources
In a move that will let accounting and tax professionals in Maryland have faster access to real-time sales and use tax information, cloud-based tax automation vendor Avalara has formed a strategic alliance with the Maryland Association of CPAs, a professional membership-based organization comprised of over 9,000 CPAs.
College Athletes Could Be Sacked with High Taxes on Scholarships
Before student athletes begin celebrating the recent decision by the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) that college football players should be classified as university employees, they might consider this extra point: Players could be hit with an unexpected tax bill on their scholarships.
Why Markdowns Can be a Good Thing for Retailers
When Rhonda Sawyer first opened her women's and children's clothing store, she was extremely focused on the price of individual items.
Americans More Focused on Personal Finances
Despite continued minor improvement in the economy, most Americans are still worried and are increasingly focusing on improving their personal finances, according to a new report.