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Hatridge Tax & Accounting (“Hatridge”, or “the firm”), a boutique enrolled agent and tax prep firm based in Colorado, has successfully incorporated Blue J, an AI-driven tax research platform, into its operations. This collaboration with Blue J has sped up the firm's research procedures, enabling the firm to take on more work and be more responsive to client inquiries while maintaining a small operation, keeping costs low for clients.Blue J, recognized as the top generative AI tool in the tax field, utilizes advanced AI technology along with a vast tax database to provide swift and precise research. The firm has harnessed this platform to accelerate its tax research, allowing for quicker, more in-depth, data-driven insights for clients.Leslie Hatridge, Enrolled Agent and Owner at the firm, remarks: “Blue J is absolutely one of the best investments I've ever made into my business. I am a one-person company, and feel the biggest thing I'm lacking is a team to bounce things off of. Research takes a lot of time, and I'm obsessive about making sure things are done right. Now I feel like I have the "team" backup I have been missing, and cannot believe the excellent quality of the research responses Blue J has been giving me - what a huge load off of my shoulders!”Mat Armstrong, Director of Customer Success at Blue J, says: "Blue J is committed to supporting small firms in their adoption of technology, bringing on more capacity to serve clients and to grow their businesses in a sustainable fashion. Leslie's adoption of Blue J is exemplary for small firms across the country and serves as a fantastic example of how the latest innovation in technology can make meaningful impact for small business and large enterprises alike." About Hatridge Tax & AccountingHatridge Tax & Accounting is an Enrolled Agent tax practice based in Thornton, Colorado. Hatridge can assist you with your tax return preparation and planning needs.About Blue JBlue J is the leader in AI-powered tax law research, dedicated to empowering tax experts with groundbreaking insights and efficiency. Founded in 2015, Blue J has rapidly become a trusted partner to tax experts worldwide, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in tax research and advisory services.‍‍For media inquiries or further information, please contact:Blue J Media RelationsEmail: [email protected]

TORONTO, August 12, 2024 – Blue J, the leader in generative artificial intelligence (AI) for tax experts, is pleased to announce today that they have expanded their relationship with RSM US LLP (“RSM”), the leading provider of assurance, tax, and consulting services for the middle market. RSM will expand its footprint with Blue J by implementing Blue J into its tax practice. “By embracing this generative AI tool, it further underscores that RSM is among the leading adopters of generative AI within tax practices across North America,” said Sean Erjavec, Chief Revenue Officer of Blue J. “We’re thrilled to be working in this expanded capacity with RSM – they are implementing the most innovative technology to provide real impact for their clients and practitioners. Their feedback has already helped to shape Blue J into a more robust solution that provides value to critical elements of the research and drafting workflows. We’ll be focused on scaling those high-impact use cases through this expanded relationship with RSM.”“Blue J is an exciting technology because it enables the practitioner to remain in the driver’s seat of the analysis,” said Matt Talcoff, Partner, and Leader of RSM Washington National Tax practice. “Thoughtful functions are included to encourage and facilitate deeper analysis, not to replace or reduce it. We’ll continue to find new and impactful ways to leverage the technology, which has benefited our clients and staff alike. At RSM we strive to be compelling to our clients and to be digital by embracing new technologies to fulfill that promise.”Blue J, launched in 2023, accelerates the adoption of generative AI for tax through an extensive curated database of current US primary and secondary tax content, including news and commentary from Tax Notes.About Blue JBlue J, founded in 2015, is a leading tax technology company that specializes in generative AI for tax experts. Blue J’s software empowers tax professionals in North America and the United Kingdom to perform exceptional analysis and deliver faster, more insightful advice. The world’s leading professional services firms rely on Blue J’s industry-leading generative AI solutions to help solve their client’s most challenging tax issues, unlocking unprecedented efficiency and delivering extraordinary value to clients.About RSM US LLPRSM is the leading provider of professional services to the middle market. The clients we serve are the engine of global commerce and economic growth, and we are focused on developing leading professionals and services to meet their evolving needs in today’s ever-changing business landscape. Our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential.RSM US LLP is the United States member of RSM International, a global network of independent assurance, tax, and consulting firms with 64,000 people in 120 countries. For more information, visit rsmus.com, like us on Facebook, follow us on X and/or connect with us on LinkedIn.For further information, please contact:Blue J Media [email protected]‍

Blue J, a leading provider of AI technology, is excited to announce that Hall CPA, well-known accounting and advisory firm for the real estate sector, has recently joined their portfolio of clients. Hall CPA will adopt Blue J, the first generative AI platform for tax research, to improve client services and empower its practitioners with state-of-the-art technology. "We are honored to have been chosen as a trusted provider for Hall CPA," said Mat Armstrong, Director of Customer Success, Blue J "By integrating Blue J into their tax research process, Hall CPA practitioners gain access to a powerful tool and vast content library of tax law enabling them to perform tax research faster and with more confidence than ever before.” Hall CPA is committed to providing exceptional service to its clients. Both organizations share a vision that technology can help empower tax professionals to navigate the ever-evolving and complex tax landscape. By combining their extensive expertise and client-centric approach with Blue J's innovative technology, Hall CPA is confident that can help real estate investors reduce taxes and gain better financial clarity than ever before.Blake Lessard, VP of Operations for Hall CPA, says, "We've always been at the forefront of adopting technology to achieve superior and faster outcomes for our clients. In this pursuit, we've explored how AI solutions can support our client work, although we identified some limitations when it comes to research. Blue J fills that gap and brings next-generation technology into the research process without sacrificing quality. For us,

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