September-October 2026

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September 03, 2026

Classifieds

PRACTICES FOR SALE

Accounting Biz Brokers offers the following listings for sale:

Austin, gross $900k
Waco area, gross $480k
Ark-La-Tex, gross $1.2M
Tulsa area, OK, gross $2.3M (Sale Pending)
Tulsa, OK, gross $2.2M (Sale Pending)

Contact Kathy Brents, CPA, CBI. Office 866-260-2793 - Cell 501-514-4928

Kathy@AccountingBizBrokers.com. Visit us at www.AccountingBizBrokers.com

Member of the Texas Society of CPAs. Member of the Texas Association of Business Brokers

SELLING PRACTICES for over 43 years that exceed $1M in revenues … We only get paid for producing results! Confidential, prompt, professional. Contact Leon Faris, CPA, at PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTING SALES ... 972-292-7172 … or visit our website at: www.cpasales.com.

Poe Group Advisors Available Texas Accounting Firm

Contact cpoe@poegroupadvisors.com if you have any questions about the listed firm.

Interested in selling your firm? Email bball@poegroupadvisors.com.

CPA Firm For Sale in San Antonio, TX - listing ID TX2010 - Asking Price $950,000. Well-established firm located in a sought-after area near downtown San Antonio, providing exceptional service for complex client needs across a range of industries. Strong cash flow to owner with purchase price approved by lender. Fully paperless office with well-documented processes ensuring a smooth transition. Experienced owner has built deep expertise and a strong reputation, equipping staff with valuable knowledge. Strong remote-work capability, so buyer could be remote. Firm continues to grow steadily through new engagements and long-standing relationships, known for consistent service quality. Rare opportunity for a respected, efficiently run firm in an excellent location. Inquire at poegroupadvisors.com/practice/tx2010/

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NEW $1,232,000 gross. North Central San Antonio CPA practice. Highly profitable, well-established single-owner CPA firm. 62% bookkeeping, 38% tax preparation (52% individuals, 48% business). Cashflow to the owner before potentially duplicate expenses is 76% of gross revenue. TXC6395

NEW $334,000 gross. Southlake, TX based virtual audit and tax practice. Loyal, high-quality client base of not-for-profit organizations, with revenue derived from audit (80%), reviews (13%) and 990 tax prep (7%). Solid fees, low overhead and year-round cash flow above 50% of gross. TXN6465

NEW $432,000 gross. Southwest Fort Worth CPA practice. Revenue is tax-driven and recurring, focused on tax compliance, planning and consulting with strong fees and excellent cash flow of about 65% of gross. Turn-key setup with a manageable-sized, high-quality client base. TXN6452

NEW $215,000 gross. Northeast Texas, near I-30 CPA practice. Well-balanced service mix to generate year-round income and supported by an experienced staff. Approximately 51% income tax, 37% accounting and bookkeeping, and 12% payroll and sales tax services. TXN6376

NEW $122,000 gross. North Dallas semi-virtual CPA practice clients. Highly efficient, virtual home-office model. Revenues are derived mostly from tax services with average individual fee of $1,000 per return and nearly 50% of the total revenue derived from businesses. TXN6405

$1,089,000 gross. North Richland Hills CPA practice. Reputable and growing practice serving a premier client base of businesses, business owners and high-net-worth individuals. Robust fees and diversified service mix, including 61% tax and 39% accounting. Turn-key opportunity. TXN5847

$506,000 gross. West Plano CPA practice serving a diverse and loyal client base. Revenue is primarily tax-driven that makes up 82% of total income and the balance is from bkkpng and payroll svcs. Knowledgeable staff in place and seller is willing to assist in a smooth transition. TXN6242

$2,168,000 gross. East Texas (near I-20) CPA practice. Reputable firm serving a premier, diverse client base. Boasts an excellent fee structure with revenues derived from a well-balanced mix of tax (55%), audits (20%), acctng/bkkpng (12%), payroll (4%). Equipped with the infrastructure, including a competent staff, it's primed for a new owner and continued growth. TXN5447

$424,000 gross. Brownwood, TX CPA practice. High-quality client base consisting of many businesses that provide opportunities for growth. Balanced revenues include tax work (54%), accounting (12%) and other services (33%). Experienced staff and seller is available to help with transition. TXN1638

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SEEKING CPA FIRM SELLERS

Sell with Confidence. Exit with Ease. With over 34 years of combined experience, we know how to assist you in selling your firm with confidence. Our processes are proven, personalized and confidential, helping you find the “win-win” deal you are seeking. We are dedicated to providing a seamless experience, combining professional wisdom with a personal touch. Our brokers are the only Certified Business Intermediaries (CBI) specializing in the sale of CPA firms in the country! When you are ready to sell, we have the buyers, financing contacts and the experience needed to assist you with the successful sale of your firm. Contact us TODAY to take the first steps!

Kathy Brents, CPA, CBI. Office 866-260-2793 - Cell 501-514-4928

Kathy@AccountingBizBrokers.com. Visit us at www.AccountingBizBrokers.com

Member of the Texas Society of CPAs. Member of Texas Association of Business Brokers

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Classified Advertising in Today’s CPA

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September-October 2026

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Workforce Development

Mentoring Matters: Strengthening the Future of the Profession

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IPR&D
volunteer leadership

Leadership, Innovation and Momentum Take Center Stage at TXCPA's Annual Meeting

TXCPA’s 2026 Annual Meeting brought more than 200 leaders together to celebrate organizational achievements, discuss emerging trends and shape the future of the organization. As the organization enters the final year of its Strategic Plan, the meeting emphasized momentum, collaboration and continued involvement in TXCPA and the accounting profession.
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Expanding the CPA Pipeline: An Important Joint Initiative for CPA Firms and K-12 Schools

CPA firms, universities and professional organizations are using coordinated efforts to expand the future CPA talent pipeline by reaching students much earlier in the K‑12 system. Because many students choose career pathways as early as 8th grade, the authors emphasize shifting outreach toward freshmen and sophomores already inclined toward business studies.
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Workforce Development

Mentorship, Momentum and the Future of the Profession

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Outstanding Chapter Awards Recognize Achievements in Leadership and Service

TXCPA’s Outstanding Chapter Awards recognize small and medium-sized chapters for excellence in leadership, member service, innovation and community involvement. The 2025-26 recipients, TXCPA Rio Grande Valley and TXCPA East Texas, were honored for their strong student outreach initiatives, professional development opportunities, scholarship fundraising, member engagement and community service.
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volunteer leadership
Workforce Development

Beyond Tax and Audit: Shedding Light on Alternative Career Pathways

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What’s Happening Around Texas - September-October 2026

TXCPA chapters across Texas are strengthening connections through student engagement events, legislative conversations, member appreciation gatherings, and strategic planning sessions. From Corpus Christi’s student bowling mixer and to Southeast Texas’ celebration with Lamar University to El Paso's and San Antonio’s focused planning meetings and Victoria’s community‑building event, each chapter is fostering momentum, collaboration and professional growth.
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TXCPA Chapters
Tenure

Is Accounting Academia Still a Good Career Option for CPAs? An Updated Perspective

Is accounting academia still an attractive career path for CPAs? Although demand for accounting Ph.D. graduates has declined despite earlier predictions of faculty shortages, accounting professors continue to enjoy strong compensation, work/life balance, tenure stability and summer flexibility.
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Spotlight Article: Leading Beyond the Numbers

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Strategic Planning
Sustainability reporting

Assessing Materiality of ESG Risks: Guidance for CPAs

This article explains how CPAs can assess and disclose material environmental, social and governance (ESG) risks that may affect a company’s financial position, operations and stakeholders. The concept of double materiality is introduced, which considers both the financial impact of ESG risks on a company and the company’s impact on society and the environment.
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Leading the Way: TXCPA Thanks Our 2026-2027 Faculty and Student Ambassadors

TXCPA celebrates and thanks our 2026–2027 Faculty and Student Ambassadors, whose leadership and enthusiasm bring our programs, resources and opportunities directly to campuses across Texas. Their commitment strengthens our connection to future professionals and fuels the growth of the CPA pipeline statewide.
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volunteer leadership
valuation

Profitable Is Not the Same as Valuable

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A New Era for CPA Licensure in Texas – and a Look Ahead

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Workforce Development
TXCPA Member Insurance

Take Note

In this edition of Take Note: A Legacy of Mentorship - A Tribute to John Baines, CPA-Dallas; Accountants Confidential Assistance Network (ACAN); CGMA® Designation; TXCPA Member Insurance
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Classifieds

The Classifieds section of Today's CPA provides a one-stop destination to find practices for sale, connect with buyers, and access services that support growth, transition and market expansion.
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Virtual Accounting