At RubinBrown, we provide valuable insights and host engaging, virtual and in-person events to keep you informed and connected to the topics and industries that matter most to you.
At RubinBrown, we provide valuable insights and host engaging, virtual and in-person events to keep you informed and connected to the topics and industries that matter most to you.
Please join RubinBrown for a course to prepare government practitioners to implement GASB Statement No. 103 for their fiscal year 2026 financial statements.
Learn More & RegisterAs summer comes to an end, September offers us time to slow down, reflect, and look forward to upcoming initiatives. RubinBrown's Healthcare Consulting Group is proud to present this month's issue that highlights key updates, ongoing priorities, and notable developments shaping the months ahead.
Learn moreWe analyzed the audited financial statements of 1,947 U.S. public and not-for-profit colleges and universities across fiscal years 2023, 2024 and 2025 (every institution whose statements were publicly available as of July 31, 2026).
Learn moreFinCEN has permanently ended beneficial ownership information reporting for companies formed in the United States. Here’s what changed and information on whether you still have anything to file.
Learn moreThe Illinois Department of Revenue is administering a Remote Retailer Tax Amnesty Program from August 1, 2026, through October 31, 2026, providing eligible remote sellers with an opportunity to resolve historical Illinois sales tax liabilities.
Learn moreAs the nation continues debating the role of prediction markets, it is important to remember why sports betting was legalized in the first place.
Learn moreThe assessors left the room. The rules did not.
Learn moreOn July 8, 2026, the IRS announced a significant change to its administrative penalty relief program. Beginning later this year, the IRS will implement a new Automatic Exemption from Penalty (AEP) program that will automatically provide penalty relief to qualifying taxpayers with a history of timely compliance. This change will gradually replace the long-standing First Time Abate (FTA) program. For many, the new process will simplify penalty relief and provide a more consistent application.
Learn moreEvaluation and Management (E/M) downcoding is a growing concern for physician practices amidst several payors announcing automatic downcoding policies in last year. While the reimbursement difference between a billed and downcoded E/M service may only be $15–$75 per claim, the actual financial impact can be substantial when multiplied across an entire practice.
Learn moreA recent Treasury hearing on gaming-related proposed regulations highlighted changes and concerns in the industry including the new wagering loss limitation, higher reporting thresholds, and need for IRS guidance on tracking gains and losses.
Learn moreLearn 12 essential components of HCM implementation to protect payroll, ensure compliance, and support long-term organizational success.
Learn moreThe Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB) program is a part of the Medicare Savings Programs (MSPs), designed to support low-income Medicare beneficiaries by covering Medicare Part A and Part B premiums as well as cost-sharing obligations. For healthcare providers, understanding QMB rules is important for compliance and revenue cycle management.
Learn moreJuly 20, 2026 - RubinBrown, one of the nation’s top 50 accounting and business consulting firms, recently promoted Brandon Watkins, CPA, to Partner in the Assurance Services Group.
Learn moreJuly 20, 2026 - RubinBrown, one of the nation’s top 50 accounting and business consulting firms, recently promoted Samuel Schwartz, CPA, to Partner in the Tax Services Group; and Jackie Zhang, CPA, was also named Partner in the Assurance Services Group.
Learn moreJuly 20, 2026 - RubinBrown, one of the nation’s top 50 accounting and business consulting firms, recently promoted Jim Darcy, CPA; Jake DeJarnette, CPA; Rachel Gross, CPA, to Partner in the Tax Services Group; and Jessica Schmitz, CPA, was also named Partner in the Assurance Services Group.
Learn moreJuly 20, 2026 - RubinBrown, one of the nation’s top 50 accounting and business consulting firms, recently promoted Max Haberkorn, CPA, to Partner in the Assurance Services Group; and Morgan Wuthrich, CPA, was also named Partner in the Tax Services Group.
Learn moreJuly 20, 2026 - RubinBrown, one of the nation’s top 50 accounting and business consulting firms, recently promoted Ron Bruner; Jim McMahon; John Turcich; and Katelyn Rattner, CISA®, to Partner in the Consulting Services Group. Jenna Matthias, CPA, was also named Partner in the Assurance Services Group.
Learn moreJuly 20, 2026 - RubinBrown, one of the nation’s top 50 accounting and business consulting firms, recently promoted Bill Brynda, CPA, to Partner in the Assurance Services Group. Robert Carr, CPA; Alex Childrerson, CPA; and Dillan Henke, CPA to Partner in the Entrepreneurial Services Group. Liz Emig, CPA; Steven Hays Jr, CPA; Mindy Krueger, CPA; and Brian Kushner, PE, to Partner in the Tax Services Group. Jacob Grass and Mike Zakelj, CFA®, CPA were also named Partner in the Consulting Services Group.
Learn moreThe Indiana Department of Revenue is administering a Tax Amnesty 2026 program from July 15, 2026 through September 9, 2026. The program provides a limited-time opportunity to pay eligible outstanding tax liabilities and receive a waiver of related penalties, interest, and collection fees.
Learn moreMay sports betting handle revealed another overall decline across aggregate totals (excluding Missouri). While several factors can influence monthly performance, the continued softness raises a reasonable question about the impact of prediction markets on the broader sports betting ecosystem.
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