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Soroban and Sirius: The Battle Over the Limited Partner Exception Reaches a Turning Point

Few partnership tax controversies have generated as much attention in recent years as the fight over the scope of the self-employment tax exception for limited partners under §1402(a)(13). The Fifth Circuit’s decision in Sirius Solutions (now K. Alain) marked a notable development in August 2026, and the latest chapter arrived on September 17 with the…

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SEC Opens Discussion on 24-Hour Trading

The Securities and Exchange Commission’s recent announcement of a roundtable for 24-hour trading indicates a significant milestone in the evolution of U.S. equity markets. The discussion will focus on overnight trading and the opportunities and challenges that could come with expanding trading hours. Although the announcement indicates its early stages of discussion, it signals, as…

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Combating CY 2026–2027 Cost Pressures Through Revenue Cycle Optimization

As Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) navigate an increasingly complex landscape, revenue cycle optimization has become more critical than ever. Medicaid eligibility changes, federal funding concerns and evolving 340B compliance requirements are creating new administrative and operational challenges. By optimizing revenue cycle processes, FQHCs can protect reimbursement, improve financial performance and better position for long-term…

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SECURE Act 2.0: Key Audit Risks Plan Sponsors Should Address Before the 2026 Year-End Amendment Deadline

As retirement plans continue implementing the wide-ranging provisions of SECURE Act 2.0, 2026 represents an important compliance milestone for plan sponsors. Most calendar-year retirement plans must formally adopt their SECURE Act 2.0 plan amendments by December 31, 2026, even though many provisions have already become operationally effective. As a result, auditors are increasingly focused on…

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California Enacts SB 122 – Sales Tax Expansion to Digital Products Updates.
California Enacts SB 122 – Sales Tax Expansion to Digital Products Updates

California Senate Bill 122 amends the California Revenue and Taxation Code (RTC) to expand the state’s sales and use tax base to include prewritten computer software transferred on tangible storage media, transferred electronically or accessed remotely, operative January 1, 2027. While the statute left a significant amount of operative detail to be developed, additional guidance…

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For musicians and entertainers who maintain a dedicated workspace at home, the home office deduction may provide valuable tax benefits when the applicable IRS requirements are met.
Home Office Deductions for Musicians and Entertainers: Eligibility, Expenses and Tax Considerations

Many musicians, entertainers and other creative professionals conduct a significant portion of their business activities from home. Whether the space is used for recording, rehearsing, content creation or administrative work, a home office may qualify for a tax deduction if specific IRS requirements are met. When Does a Home Office Qualify for a Deduction? Self-employed…

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