State AGs urged to probe Zillow, pocket listings, referral fees

A broad coalition of consumer and housing advocacy organizations is formally calling upon state attorneys general to launch coordinated investigations into the operational practices of dominant real estate listing platforms,…

Understanding the Earned Income Tax Credit: A Comprehensive Guide for Workers and Employers

The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), often referred to simply as the earned income credit (EIC), stands as one of the largest and most impactful anti-poverty programs in the United…

Revolutionizing the Social Sector: Why Policy Advocacy and Collaboration Are the New Frontier for Modern Nonprofits

In Boston, a city historically recognized as the "cradle of liberty," a fundamental shift is occurring within the nonprofit sector as organizations move beyond traditional service delivery toward direct democratic…

Options Guide Shows the “No Tax On” Deductions Are Costly and Complex

The debate surrounding the extension of these temporary tax benefits is multifaceted, encompassing significant fiscal implications, questions of tax code complexity and neutrality, and broader economic effects. According to the…

Autumn Emerges as Prime Homebuying Window Amid Shifting Market Dynamics and Increased Affordability

The housing market is currently experiencing a notable shift, moving increasingly in favor of prospective buyers, with a specific window identified as the most advantageous time to purchase a home…

Private Equity’s Incursion into Accounting: Understanding the Valuation Shift and Strategic Imperatives for Firm Owners

The accounting industry is undergoing a significant transformation, marked by a surge in private equity (PE) investment. This trend, underscored by high-profile transactions involving firms like Crowe and Eide Bailly,…

IRS Extends Crucial Tax Relief for Drought-Stricken Farmers and Ranchers Across 49 States

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has issued updated guidance, specifically Notice 2026-54, offering extended tax relief to farmers and ranchers in 49 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico…

Leah Price Departs Better, Joins United Wholesale Mortgage Amidst Company Turmoil

Leah Price, a pivotal figure in the development and strategic direction of Better’s proprietary artificial intelligence underwriting platform, Tinman AI, has officially departed the company. The confirmation of her exit…

Understanding Open Enrollment: A Critical Period for Healthcare and Financial Planning

For businesses offering employer-sponsored health insurance and individuals navigating the complex landscape of healthcare coverage, "open enrollment" represents an indispensable annual window. This crucial period allows individuals to enroll in,…

OakTREE Initiative Pioneering Community Owned Thermal Energy Networks as a Model for Local Energy Democracy in Oakland

The landscape of the American energy transition is undergoing a fundamental shift as grassroots organizers and technology innovators move away from a reliance on federal policy toward localized, community-owned infrastructure.…