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Life as an ARB Accountant During Busy Season
Considering a career in public accounting? You may have a lot of questions about what the work actually involves—especially during “Busy Season.” How do accountants

Thriving Independently: A Credit Union’s Guide to Sustainable Growth
The credit union industry has experienced a wave of mergers in recent years, often driven by unprecedented growth, economic pressures, regulatory challenges, or member attrition.

Depreciation Made Simple: Bonus, Section 179, MACRS, and Straight-Line Explained
When you buy a heavy vehicle for your business, choosing the right depreciation method can significantly impact your taxes. Depreciation methods not only influence your

Maine Employers: Certified Private Plan Options Now Available for Paid Family and Medical Leave
Maine’s Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) program has certified 12 insurance policies for use as private plan substitutions. For Maine employers considering alternatives to

TCJA Expiration: Seven Ways U.S. Manufacturers Will Be Affected and How to Prepare
Since the enactment of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) in 2017, U.S. manufacturers have experienced significant economic growth. The law lowered corporate tax

BOI Update: Filing Requirements Restored as Court Lifts Injunction
Read the latest update on the status of BOI here. The last nationwide injunction blocking Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirements has been lifted following

Stay on Guard Against Supply Chain Fraud
Originally published in On-Site, ARB’s Construction Industry newsletter. Most contractors are no strangers to supply chain problems. Slow deliveries, out-of-stock items, wrong orders — what

Albin, Randall & Bennett Named a 2025 Regional Leader by Accounting Today
Albin, Randall & Bennett (ARB) is proud to announce its recognition as a 2025 Regional Leader in the “Top Firms: New England” category by Accounting

Is Your Construction Business Ready for Connected Jobsites?
Originally published in On-Site, ARB’s Construction Industry newsletter. Construction jobsites used to be decidedly unfriendly places for mobile technology. You wouldn’t, after all, want to

Infrastructure Jobs Call for Due Diligence
Originally published in On-Site, ARB’s Construction Industry newsletter. Since its enactment in 2021, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) has spurred tens of thousands

How Strong F&I Practices Drive Auto Dealership Success
After a strong finish to 2024, and an initial positive outlook for 2025, uncertainty has emerged in the auto industry. The tariff landscape, customer issues