Tax News & Growth Insights Webinar: IRS Updates For Tax Pros

22 OCT

The Midterm Election: Impacts and Insights for Tax Pros

Thu, Oct 22 · 2 pm ET

A timely look at the upcoming midterm elections, including key developments relevant to tax professionals and resources to help you stay informed.

29 OCT

Run a Smoother Practice with Practice Essentials

Thu, Oct 29 · 2 pm ET

Take your tax practice beyond return preparation with Drake's Practice Essentials Bundle. Learn how Drake Workflow works alongside Drake Tax, Drake Tax Online, Portals, E-Sign, and Documents to help your firm manage tasks, track return progress, collaborate with clients, and monitor activity from document collection through payment. See how Practice Essentials can help simplify your firm's workflow and keep your team connected throughout tax season.

05 NOV

Introducing Drake Audit Defense ™

Thu, Nov 5 · 2 pm ET

Tax season doesn't always end when a return is accepted. IRS notices, audit inquiries, and tax-related identity theft issues can arise long after filing. Join us for an introduction to Drake Audit Defense, Drake Software's new post-filing solution designed to help tax professionals better support their clients when covered issues arise. During this webinar, you'll learn how Drake Audit Defense can: Reduce your firm's post-filing workload. Strengthen long-term client relationships. Deliver a seamless, Drake-branded client experience. Eliminate the need to build an in-house tax resolution department. We'll also review enrollment options for the 2026 tax year and demonstrate how Drake Audit Defense extends the value your firm provides long after the tax season ends.

12 NOV

Drake Pay: More Ways to Simplify Client Payments

Thu, Nov 12 · 2 pm ET

Make payment collection easier for your firm and more convenient for your clients. Join us for a look at Drake Pay and explore the payment options available within the Drake ecosystem. We’ll highlight key features, available payment methods, and how Drake’s integrated solutions can help simplify payment collection and support a smoother workflow for your practice.

19 NOV

Get More from Drake Portals: A Smarter Client Experience for Tax Season

Thu, Nov 19 · 2 pm ET

See how Drake Portals can help simplify the way you connect and work with your clients this tax season. We’ll explore the core features and latest enhancements in Drake Portals, including streamlined navigation, client to-do items, return status visibility, document sharing, questionnaires, file approvals, e-signatures, and more. Discover how these tools can make it easier for clients to take-action while helping your firm reduce back-and-forth, stay organized, and keep work moving throughout the tax preparation process.

10 DEC

The Drake Advantage: New Tools and Innovations for Tax Year 2026

Thu, Dec 10 · 2 pm ET

Drake is moving forward, and we’re building your firm’s future in mind. Join us for an exclusive look at the latest Drake enhancements, newly released features, and upcoming innovations designed to help you work more efficiently, strengthen the client experience, and prepare for Tax Year 2026. We’ll share what’s new, what we’re actively developing, and what’s ahead across the Drake ecosystem, from workflow improvements and connected client tools to powerful new technologies. Whether you’re a longtime Drake customer or exploring what Drake can offer your firm, you’ll leave with valuable insights into the tools and innovations that can help move your practice forward.

17 DEC

Ready, Set, File – 5 Steps to Start Tax Season Strong

Thu, Dec 17 · 2 pm ET

The most successful filing seasons begin well before the first return is prepared. Before the holiday rush, join us for five practical steps you can take now to prepare your firm, organize your technology, and begin the 2027 filing season ahead of the game. We’ll explore how Drake Tax, Drake Pay, SmartExtract™, Bank Products, and Drake Portals can support a more organized and efficient start to the season. You’ll also learn how preparing your software, client information, payment options, document workflows, and connected tools in advance can help reduce last-minute work when filing season arrives. You’ll leave with a clear readiness checklist and actionable next steps to help your firm start the new year prepared, organized, and ready to serve clients.