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Fueling Innovation: Maine’s Strategic Support for Manufacturing Businesses
Maine’s manufacturing sector is receiving a significant boost through a series of strategic initiatives and grants aimed at promoting Maine-made products and supporting manufacturers in

The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 – Updated 8/1
Update August 1, 2024 On Thursday, August 1, the Senate failed to pass the Tax Bill, which required 60 votes but only received 48 in

ARB Announces Recent Promotions
Albin, Randall & Bennett is pleased to announce the recent promotions of Matthew Marcoullier, Amy Gardella, Nate Marcet, Benjamin Staples, Tori Vergara, and several others.

Energy Efficiency Incentives for Maine ESOP-owned Companies: Strategies for Success
Energy efficiency is an important consideration for any business, including those owned by Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs). Embracing energy efficiency reduces operational costs and

Post-CDK – Notes for Auto Dealers from the Dealers Edge Webinar
ARB recently attended a Dealers Edge webinar hosted by Erik Nachbahr of Helion Technologies, a leading IT vendor in the auto dealer industry. Erik presented

Clean Energy Tax Credits After the Inflation Reduction Act: A Guide for Sellers
In this two-part series, ARB explores how the Inflation Reduction Act of 2023 (IRA) has affected the monetization of clean energy tax credits. In part

BOI Update: Federal Court Halts Beneficial Ownership Reporting Requirements
UPDATED 12/27/24 The enforcement of Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirements remains in flux, with ongoing rulings and deadline changes continuing to alter its status:

Understanding Maine’s New Sales Tax Rules for Lease and Rental Transactions
Starting January 1, 2025, Maine is implementing significant changes to its sales tax laws, specifically affecting lease and rental transactions. These tax law changes attempt

Disaster Planning for Auto Dealerships: Safeguarding Your Business from Natural Emergencies
Protecting your business is critical, especially in the face of natural disasters such as hurricanes, floods, wildfires, and tornadoes. According to FEMA, about a quarter

Introducing IRS Form 15620: Your Ticket to Streamlined Savings on Equity Compensation Tax
On November 7, 2024, the IRS introduced Form 15620 to standardize the Section 83(b) election process for taxpayers receiving unvested property such as restricted stock.

CECL Implementation: Reflections from Year One and Expectations for Year Two
The initial year of implementing Current Expected Credit Losses (CECL) regulations across U.S. financial institutions marked a transformative period for credit unions. Moving beyond the