FASB's proposed lease accounting rules really do try to get more useful information about assets and liabilities into financial statements. However, we don't think it's strong enough, because it doesn't cleanly address the No. 1 priority issue that asks whether off-balance-sheet financing has any legitimacy in financial reporting.

Three firms share their experiences as 'virtual accountants'

A roundup of reseller-related news

Mergers mean major SEC audit client gains for national firm

Look for the nuances in inter-generational generalizations

Different styles suit different generations

Chances are that some upfront planning and increased emphasis on IT leadership will provide big dividends. It will also ensure that you remain competitive and relevant in a rapidly changing world.

Thought leadership requires an investment of time, resources, and the right professionals

Your biggest practice area may be your biggest risk

What can firms learn from October's federal blackout?

Aquila and Grissom on finding solutions to the feuds between different age groups in the workplace

On Sept. 13, 2013, two years after the 2011 temporary and proposed regulations, the Internal Revenue Service issued final and reproposed tangible property regs. There are a number of differences between the final and reproposed regulations as compared to the 2011 regs, with a stated goal of simplifying and clarifying them and making them more administrable.

A roundup of firm mergers and acquisitions

Truly mobile, wireless and people-less payment systems are on the way

New software, hardware, books and services for accountants

In response to a recent government report, the IRS will be improving its procedure for determining and enforcing penalties on paid tax preparers.

The American Institute of CPAs has installed William Balhoff as its new chairman at its Fall Meeting of Council.

Estate planning for foreigners living in the U.S.

Picking the right new broker-dealer requires careful thought

Anchin, Block & Anchin knows a thing or two about good eats. The New York-based Top 100 Firm always had a hand in the food and beverage industry, but it really started to stir things up when it decided to cater to the niche sector.