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With such challenging times upon us, the ability to make informed decisions regarding our finances is more important than ever. That’s why the New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants (NJCPA) supports Senate Bill 1196 (A3062), which calls for the New Jersey Department of Consumer Affairs to establish a three-year Financial Empowerment Pilot Program that will open adult financial literacy centers in the state’s most economically disadvantaged areas, such as Camden, New Brunswick, Newark, Paterson and Trenton.

An internship is on every student’s mind — something that will jumpstart their professional career and supplement their courses to provide them a holistic approach for their major. The value of internships today cannot be understated.

There are numerous good software options to gather, analyze and package performance metrics in an easy-to-understand, graphical format. CPAs should encourage their clients to use performance metrics to help grow their businesses.

The NJCPA, which has one of the largest scholarship funds in the state, is accepting scholarship applications from New Jersey high school seniors and college accounting majors.

You’re ready to lease a car, and you want the best possible deal. Here are some steps to help you come away with the car you need at the price you want.

With back-to-school season in full swing, the Internal Revenue Service reminds parents and students about tax benefits that can help with the expense of higher education.

Outsourcing the CFO function can lead to increased savings and high-level financial expertise. The changes at one company that opted for this increased profitability, leading to an increase in available cash. Find out more ways this function can be useful.

If you’re in the job market, what issues should you be considering to be sure that your next step is the right one? This article helps you discover what you could be overlooking.

Whether you’re still shopping for a home or have already set up housekeeping, it’s a good idea to be aware of some of the tax implications of ownership. Here are some important facts to keep in mind.

CPAs can assist business clients with determining how potential risks and threats will impact the future of the business and how to safeguard against those potential risks with succession and continuity plans. Here’s how to successfully do this for your clients.

As tax filing season approaches, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has information for taxpayers who wonder how long to keep tax returns and other documents.

Networking is critical for professional growth and success. Without networking, we miss out on crucial opportunities for advice, connection, mentorship and sponsorship. Here’s why relationship building is such an important tactic in the accounting profession today.

In September 2016, Governor Chris Christie ended the 40-year-old tax agreement between New Jersey and Pennsylvania that allowed individuals who work across state lines to pay state income tax in the state where they live instead of where they work. Learn what this means for New Jersey and Pennsylvania residents working in the other state.