Here’s something you may not know about the tax industry: it has a strong presence on Twitter. That means that it is quite possible that your competitors are not only on the platform but flourishing there. It also means that there are a lot of conversations you could be joining if you just started listening. […]
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Essential Tools to Start Your Tax Business Without Paying Franchise Fees
As we’ve talked about in previous posts, there are a lot more benefits to owning your own business as an independent owner than as a franchisee. The draw of a franchise is the support and turnkey solution an established brand can offer. Buying into a franchise means that everything from Operations Manuals to HR manuals […]
Dealing with the IRS On Behalf of Your Clients
Let me tell you a story about a client you are bound to have. His name is Ed. One day, post tax season, Ed opens his mailbox to find a letter from the IRS. “Oh the horror!” Not wanting to face the bad news, Ed places the letter on his kitchen counter to “deal with […]
Social Media Best Practices for Tax Offices
If you haven’t established a presence on social media, you are behind the times. Social media is a great way to connect with clients and reach potential customers where they spend most of their time: online. Did you know that 70% of Facebook users check the site daily? This is according to a survey done […]
CPA Exam pass rates highest for recent college graduates
Candidates who take the CPA exam immediately after college have the highest pass rates. Pass rates drop off dramatically in as little as three months after college.