AI technology, particularly in customer service automation, is now more accessible than ever. AI-powered bots are a powerful tool for businesses, including accounting firms, empowering them to improve efficiency, enhance client engagement, and ultimately drive conversions. For accountants, AI bots provide a unique opportunity to take control of frequently asked questions (FAQs) from prospects, turning these interactions into booked appointments. In this article, I will discuss how you can leverage the power of AI bots to efficiently handle FAQs and convert prospects into clients, all while saving precious time and resources. By the end of this article, you’ll have the knowledge to set up an AI bot that resonates with your prospects, builds trust, and seamlessly guides conversations toward scheduled appointments, allowing you to focus on higher-value tasks.
A Court Just Bought Your Clients More Time on Clean Energy Tax Credits Here’s How to Use It
Dominique Molina, CPA MST CTS
A federal district court just struck down an IRS rule that had been closing the door on a pretty compelling tax savings opportunity available to your clients today, the Section 48E Clean Electricity Investment Tax Credit. The ruling, handed down on June 6, 2026, reinstated a key pathway that allows investors to lock in credit eligibility for large-scale wind and solar projects a pathway the IRS had tried to eliminate just last year. The window is not wide open. July 4, 2026 is still the critical deadline, and the government will almost certainly appeal. But for advisors who act quickly, this ruling creates a genuine, time-sensitive planning opportunity. Here is what you need to understand, and what you should be doing right now.
