Professional Tax Articles
The U.S. Tax Stress Report 2026
For millions of Americans, tax season is more than a financial obligation. It’s become a real source of anxiety. IRS data shows the agency issued more than 117 million refunds worth over $461 billion in 2024, making tax season one of the single largest annual wealth redistribution events in the country. And yet, recent consumer […]
Read the reportJune 2, 2026
Best and worst U.S. cities for self-employed earners on $100K based on tax, living costs & life factors in 2026
Self-employment in the United States is rising rapidly, with full-time self-employment reaching record levels in recent years. As more Americans work independently, location can play a major role in determining how far their income goes. Unlike traditional employees, self-employed professionals must cover the full cost of taxes, retirement savings, and health insurance without employer contributions. […]
The Complete Guide To Bank Products For Tax Preparers
Bank products can be the difference between a “good season” and a “record season” because they remove the biggest friction point for many taxpayers: paying your fee upfront. When you understand how bank products work (and how to price, disclose, and deliver them correctly), you can expand your client base, improve cash flow, and streamline […]
Benefits Of Cloud-Based Tax Software For Tax Preparers
Automation has transformed the tax preparation process. In the past, tax preparation required desktop-based software that had to be updated each year. Preparers manually inputted data from paper documents, and workflows were difficult to manage. Not any more. Successful businesses, including tax preparation firms, have shifted to cloud-based software. The global cloud computing market hit […]
