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ARB Earns Spot on Best Places to Work in Maine List for 13th Consecutive Year
For the thirteenth consecutive year, Albin, Randall & Bennett has been recognized among the Best Places to Work in Maine. This milestone underscores ARB’s continued

OBBB Update: No Changes to Returns or Withholding for Tax Year 2025 Under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
The IRS has confirmed that for the 2025 tax year, employers and payroll providers should continue using the current forms and withholding schedules — including

Pondering the Possibility of Sale-Leaseback Financing
Originally published in On-Site, ARB’s Construction Industry newsletter. The construction industry is characterized by intense cash flow challenges. Generally, construction companies don’t get paid until

Online Image Tips for Aspiring Accountants
If you’re thinking about a career in accounting, you’re probably focused on coursework, internships, and landing that first job. But there’s something else employers are

One Big Beautiful Bill: Strategic Tax Insights for High-Net-Worth Individuals & Family Offices
The One Big Beautiful Bill permanently raises estate and gift exemptions to $15 million per individual (indexed), locks in today’s top 37% income tax rate,

Knowledge Is Power: Use Advanced Data Analytics to Optimize Your Manufacturing Facility
Originally published in Manufacturer, ARB’s Manufacturing Industry newsletter. Manufacturers have long gathered and analyzed data to make strategic decisions about their manufacturing processes. This is

IRS Releases FAQ on Expiring Clean Vehicle Credits: What Dealerships Need to Know Before September 30
The IRS has issued new guidance on the clean vehicle tax credits that are scheduled to end on September 30, 2025. These credits—covering used clean

One Big Beautiful Bill Updates for Research Expenditures: IRS Issues Guidance on Implementing Section 174A
The IRS has issued Revenue Procedure 2025-28, giving taxpayers clear guidance on making elections, changing accounting methods, and applying transition rules under the new Section

Navigating Your CPA License: A Step-by-Step Guide
If you’re considering a career in accounting, becoming a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is one of the most important steps you can take. Earning your

How Involved Should You Be in Exit Planning?
A big hurdle that business owners struggle to get over when creating an Exit Plan is, “I don’t have enough time to do all that.”

One Big Beautiful Bill: Essential Tax Changes for Auto Dealerships
Auto dealers are facing a significant tax‑policy makeover following enactment of the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) on July 4, 2025. While core provisions of the Tax