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This 2026 Accounting Firm Market Outlook provides buyers and sellers with insights into the current accounting practice and CPA firm valuation environment, accounting firm M&A trends, and succession planning strategies shaping the market in 2026. Gain valuable and actionable insights if you are planning to acquire or sell an accounting, tax, or CPA firm.
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