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The rewards of diving in.(A message FROM THE CHAIR)
September 1, 2007... The end of summer signals the end of swimming season--diving into pools, jumping into lakes, splashing in the ocean. But autumn also brings with it an opportunity to dive into something else--volunteering. Some people just jump in when it comes to swimming, but others prefer to ease...

The ethical implications of FIN 48.(Issue update)
September 1, 2007... Can CPAs help attest clients apply FIN 48 (FASB Interpretation No. 48, Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes) without impairing independence, given the potential complexity of the judgments that the client must make or approve in connection with such services? That question is the...

Riding the age wave: CPA profession prepares for the changing tide.
September 1, 2007... The transformation is coming. It has been called the Age Wave, the Pig in the Python and the Gray Dawn. By any name, the aging of America is a mega trend that will have a profound impact on all aspects of society--including the CPA profession. Consider these statistics from the U.S....

Stepping away without stumbling: members share insights and warnings on succession planning.
September 1, 2007... For some people, succession planning is like regular checkups with your doctor. It's not fun. It's an uncomfortable way to face the future, and the benefits aren't immediately realized. But, like medical checkups, succession planning is critical to maintaining health and happiness for both...

CPAs and the buy/sell process: helping clients understand opportunity, value and accountability.
September 1, 2007... Whether they are CEOs of Fortune 100 companies or run the corner convenience store, business owners share a few common traits that set them apart from non-owners. They are risk-takers--passionate about their companies, self-motivated and able to maintain a futurist attitude to drive the...