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Compliance 6 min readApril 4, 2026

IRC 7216 Consent Requirements: What Every Accountant Needs to Know

If you use any third-party software to handle client tax data, you need written consent under IRC Section 7216. Here's what the law requires and how to comply.

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Practice Management 5 min readApril 3, 2026

Client Portal vs Email: Why Accounting Firms Are Making the Switch

Email is how most firms communicate with clients. Here's why that's a security risk and what to use instead.

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Compliance 8 min readApril 2, 2026

How to Create a Written Information Security Plan (WISP) for Your Accounting Firm

IRS Publication 4557 requires tax professionals to have a WISP. Here's a practical guide to creating one.

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Practice Management 5 min readApril 1, 2026

How to Reduce Client Onboarding Time from Days to Minutes

The average accounting firm spends 3-5 hours onboarding each new client. Here's how to cut that to under 30 minutes with automation.

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Comparisons 7 min readMarch 30, 2026

TaxDome vs Veniara: Which Client Portal Is Right for Your Firm?

An honest comparison of TaxDome and Veniara for small accounting firms. Features, pricing, and use cases.

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Security 6 min readMarch 28, 2026

Secure Document Sharing for Accounting Firms: A Complete Guide

Your clients' tax documents contain SSNs, financial data, and personal information. Here's how to share them securely and stay compliant.

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Practice Management 5 min readMarch 25, 2026

Client Communication Best Practices for Accounting Firms in 2026

How modern accounting firms communicate with clients without the email chaos. Strategies for faster responses, fewer missed messages, and happier clients.

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Comparisons 5 min readMarch 22, 2026

Canopy Alternative for Small Accounting Firms

Canopy is powerful but complex. If you're a solo practitioner or small firm that needs a client portal without full practice management, here are your options.

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