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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

Headlights: Summer 2024
Download the PDF Navigating Today’s Challenges: The Evolving Landscape for New Car Dealerships In an ever-changing automotive landscape, new car dealerships are facing a myriad

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

Reviving History: How Historic Tax Credits Breathe New Life into Old Buildings
Cities across the country are undergoing a quiet revolution, one where history meets progress. Thanks to historic tax credits (HTCs), neglected old buildings are being

2025 Employer Obligations Under Maine PFML: Is Your Business Prepared?
The Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) program, effective January 1, 2025, represents a major policy shift for employers in the state. The final

Understanding Maine’s 2024 Sales Tax Exemption for Nonprofits
Maine recently adopted a blanket sales tax exemption for nonprofit organizations, marking a significant shift in the state’s tax policy. This change aims to streamline

Implementing AI in an Auto Dealership – How to Get Started
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become an increasingly prevalent topic in the automotive dealership industry and seems to be one of the current “disruptors” in the