Insights
Insight and analysis from the Pease Bell team — on tax, audit, accounting, and the industries we serve.
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SOC 2 Audit: Why Your Company Needs SOC 2 Compliance in 2026
A SOC 2 audit verifies how your organization protects customer data. Learn who needs SOC 2 compliance, what the process involves, and how to…
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How to Prepare for Your First HUD Section 232 Audit
Learn how to prepare for your first HUD Section 232 audit: key deadlines, required documents, trial balance steps, and common mistakes to avoid.
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Social Engineering: Why Employees Are Your Top Security Risk
Social engineering exploits employee behavior, not technology. Learn how everyday habits create cybersecurity risks and how to prevent them.
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Kwong v United States: COVID Tax Penalty Refunds
Kwong v United States may suspend COVID-era tax deadlines through July 2023, opening penalty refund opportunities. Learn who qualifies.
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Small Business Payroll Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Small business payroll mistakes cause IRS penalties and back taxes. Learn the most common payroll errors and how outsourcing can help.
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How Prediction Markets Are Taxed Under Federal Law
Prediction market taxes depend on whether the IRS treats your contracts as capital gains, Section 1256 futures, or gambling income. Here is what each…
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Cybersecurity Risk Assessment: Why It Matters in 2026
A cybersecurity risk assessment identifies threats and prioritizes remediation. Learn why it is required for SOC 2, HIPAA, and NIST.
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Software Development Costs: New GAAP Rules Under ASU 2025-06
Software development costs are changing under ASU 2025-06. Learn the new capitalization rules for internal-use software and how to prepare your business.
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1099 Threshold 2026: OBBBA Act Form 1099 Reporting Changes
The 1099 threshold for 2026 rises to $2,000 under the OBBBA Act. Learn which forms changed and how to update your compliance process.