Welcome to TXCPA East Texas

The Texas Society of CPAs is the premier professional membership organization for CPAs in Texas. Founded in 1915, the society empowers members to lead and succeed by promoting professional excellence, advocating on behalf of CPAs, and supporting a sense of community and connection among its members. TXCPA East Texas serves members in 20 Texas counties and is committed to serving the public interest with programs that advance the highest standards of ethics and practice with the CPA profession.

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Tax Updates: October 23

Register today for "Taxation of S Corporations & Shareholders: Commonly Encountered and Complex Issues" at the Tyler Rose Garden Center.

Keeping Up With Kevin
Keeping Up with Kevan: A New Chapter Connection Series

Meet Chapter President Kevan Kirskey in Lufkin on Oct. 29 for a relaxed happy hour to connect with fellow CPAs, ask questions, and learn how to get more involved!

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30th Annual Tal Glenn Memorial Golf Tournament

SAVE THE DATE – Join Us on October 27 at The Cascades in Tyler!

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OBBBA Course Series This November with Jennifer Reynolds, CPA

  • Published on Oct 3, 2025
  • by Kari Owen

TXCPA East Texas invites members and business professionals to attend a special one-hour course, “OBBBA’s Impact on Depreciation and Entity Choice.” The session will be taught by Jennifer Reynolds, CPA, Accounting Professor at the University of Texas at Tyler, will be offered at three convenient locations this November from noon to 1 p.m.:

  • November 3 | Tyler – Soules College of Business | REGISTER

  • November 7 | Longview - UTT Longview University Center | REGISTER

  • November 14 | Lufkin -  Carr, Riggs and Ingram| REGISTER

This focused program will examine how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) reshapes tax planning strategies for businesses and pass-through entities. Attendees will gain insights into the restoration of 100% bonus depreciation, the permanent Qualified Business Income (QBI) deduction, and key entity choice considerations.

Designed for CPAs, tax professionals, and business owners, this session provides practical guidance to help navigate OBBBA’s implications for depreciation and entity choice.

Learning objectives include:

  • Identifying the key depreciation changes introduced by OBBBA

  • Evaluating the impact of OBBBA on entity choice and tax planning decisions

Don’t miss this timely opportunity to strengthen your understanding of OBBBA and apply strategies that can directly benefit your clients and businesses. 

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