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Tracking Individual Product Costs to Maximize Profits
Originally published in Manufacturer, ARB’s Manufacturing Industry newsletter. Tracking product-specific cost information can be challenging, but the benefits can be significant. By tracking the costs

Dealership Cash Management: The Best Ways to Invest Extra Funds
After the rapid growth of 2021 and 2022, auto dealerships are now operating in a more balanced market. While demand has stabilized, financial health remains

8 Benefits of 3D Printing for Manufacturers
Originally published in Manufacturer, ARB’s Manufacturing Industry newsletter. Amazingly, 3D printing has existed for more than 40 years. Recent improvements in the technology have increased

What a Business Plan Can Do for You
Originally published in Manufacturer, ARB’s Manufacturing Industry newsletter. While the large market fluctuations seen during the COVID-19 pandemic are in the rearview mirror, uncertainties about

Securing Your Business & Key Employees with Vesting
Growing your business often relies both on your leadership skills and the ability of your employees to carry out your plans. As your business grows,

A Primer on Energy Tax Incentives for Manufacturers
FAQs About the Advanced Manufacturing Production Credit Originally published in Manufacturer, ARB’s Manufacturing Industry newsletter. The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) includes several provisions related to

Congress Passes the One Big Beautiful Bill: Key Tax Changes Ahead
UPDATE: As anticipated, the President signed the bill into law on July 4, 2025. Congress has officially passed the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” a wide-ranging

U.S. Senate Passes the “One Big Beautiful Bill” — What Changed and What’s Next
On July 1, 2025, the Senate passed its version of the “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBB), a major tax and spending package that originated in

Albin, Randall & Bennett Names Laura Everett as New Managing Principal
Albin, Randall & Bennett (ARB) is pleased to announce that Laura Everett, CPA, has been named the firm’s Managing Principal, effective July 1, 2025. Laura

Defeating Boredom in Retirement
Many people have a romantic view of what retirement looks like. Beaches, cruises, road trips, sitting next to a pool with no responsibilities—in reality, many

CDK One Year Later: How Auto Dealerships Are Rebuilding and Preparing for the Future
In June 2024, a cyberattack on CDK Global disrupted dealership operations across the country. Offline dealership management systems (DMS) left thousands of businesses unable to