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Tips and Tricks: Protecting Your Dealership from Halloween Vandalism and Year-Round Risk
Not all Halloween tricks are harmless fun. October often brings a spike in vandalism, especially around Halloween, with pranks and mischief leading to costly damage.

Selling an S-Corp to an ESOP Trust: A Path to Employee Ownership
Transitioning the ownership of an S-Corporation (S-Corp) to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) trust offers a strategic opportunity for business owners to transfer ownership

The 2024 Presidential Election and Its Potential Impact on Gift and Estate Taxes
Several key provisions in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) are set to expire at the end of 2025. This creates a complex landscape

Does Your Child Need to File a Tax Return?
As a parent, determining whether your child needs to file a tax return can be confusing. Even if your child is listed as a dependent

What a Firm Wants: Resume Tips for Aspiring CPAs
Breaking into the accounting industry as a college student or recent graduate can be challenging. Your resume is often the first impression you make on

Fraud in the Parts Department—Is Your Dealership Protected?
Recently, our Auto Dealership Services Team shared an article which centered on a Parts and Service Director charged with defrauding their auto dealership employer. This

Key Inventory Tax Planning Considerations for Auto Dealers
Accurate inventory valuation is critical for auto dealerships, influencing financial statements, tax liabilities, and business strategy. This blog explores the pros and cons of using

Maine’s New Pass-Through Entity Tax Bill Explained: 2025 Changes
Maine’s Legislature is taking a significant step to support local businesses with the introduction of a pass-through entity tax (PTET). Under Maine’s PTET, partnerships and

Planning for 2025: The Future of TCJA Provisions and Anticipated New Tax Proposals
As Inauguration Day approaches, significant shifts in the tax landscape may be on the horizon, particularly concerning the provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs

WebCPA: The Dangers of Taking Tax and Financial Advice from the Internet
The internet offers an unprecedented amount of information of varying quality on virtually every topic, including taxes and finance. With the rise of artificial intelligence

Dirigo Business Incentive Program: Approvals Begin January 1 for Maine Manufacturers
The Dirigo Business Incentive Program is now in motion, providing a powerful framework for growth and investment in Maine’s manufacturing sector. With the application process