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The last few weeks of the year can be a stressful time both personally and professionally for everyone, including small business owners preparing for both the New Year and the tax year.

“Tis the season for fee increases” is a song I hum every year in late December. This has always been a good time for me to review the year and fee structure with clients.

Google makes its e-mail the most secure on the planet, LinkedIn aims to make business chat snappier, a new digital bank for small businesses, and other new technology developments for you and your clients.

Price is a one-dimensional sales pitch. Your firm is either the lowest priced or you’re not.

Business owners and their advisors need to start thinking through what tax reform may mean for their corporate structure.

Here’s an overview of how going internally cashless might benefit (or hurt) your clients and a few talking points you can offer if they ask for your insight.

Bitcoin’s gains and competition; deducting your holiday party; taxing research; and other highlights from our favorite tax bloggers.

Mail or forward information to clients to let them know they are on your mind.

Virtual currency owners experiencing the thrill of record high values should take note that the IRS is stepping up enforcement.

Accountants making data security education a priority for their clients could mean the difference between success and failure.