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For most CPAs, those three letters after our name are more than a credential—they’re a symbol of ethics, achievement, and trust. But in some firms and states, CPAs are being asked—or even required—not to use the designation in business communications.

Your heart pounds. Your breath gets shaky. Then your stomach drops.

The CPA exam is difficult but not impossible.

Head of the Montana Chamber of Commerce argues a changing economy should change minds about an idea historically shunned by Montana voters.

Montana is currently facing a significant accounting crisis. Nationally, 75% of accountants are approaching retirement. The Bureau of Labor Statistics forecasts roughly 130,800 job openings for accountants and auditors over the next decade.

The 69th Montana Legislature made several changes to Montana’s tax laws. The 2025 Legislative Roundup is a new series to explain these new laws.

Social media can be a resource for up-to-date tax information, especially with the many changes to the federal taxes in 2025.

Counties in Montana will receive $46.5 million in federal payments this year to cover a lack of property tax revenue coming from federal lands.

Accounting is no longer just about numbers. It’s about navigating possibilities—and career paths should reflect that.

Early results are in line with expectations for a new exam.

This downloadable resource presents a comprehensive timeline of the key tax provisions and legislative changes in H.R. 1, commonly referred to as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA or BBB), which was signed into law on July 4, 2025.

The federal One Big Beautiful Bill Act will have an arguably big impact on the state of Montana — a decrease of an estimated $114.2 million in revenue based on income tax changes alone, according to the Legislative Fiscal Division.

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Montana’s House representatives laud fulfillment of Republican ‘mandate.’

Further value increases are likely for most homes — but tax bills will depend on state relief measures, local government budgets.

Going beyond a plan for smart student loan decisions, business-minded prospective students want to choose a field of study that will help them build a strong career with a high return on investment (ROI).

No one looks back and says, “I wish I had delayed my CPA Exam.” Find someone who’s happy they did, and I’ll buy you a coffee. The CPA is your ticket to promotions, higher pay and job security.

Bridging generational gaps and helping to motivate emerging leaders is a key component to elevating any organization.

Governor’s veto pen slashes hundreds of millions in spending that had been approved by legislators.

Imagine logging into your firm’s system one morning to find a flashing screen: Your files have been encrypted. Pay $200,000 in Bitcoin within 72 hours or lose everything. For small to mid-sized CPA firms, this isn't a theoretical horror story. It's becoming an all-too-common reality.