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What Does the State-of-Emergency Mean for Maine’s Construction Companies?
Yesterday, Governor Mills issued an Executive Order with rules governing business operations during this state of emergency. Under the order, construction is considered an essential
Governor Mills Releases Executive Order Affecting Businesses in Maine
The rapid spread of COVID-19 is changing personal lives and day-to-day business operations across the globe. In the U.S., starting with the State of Washington
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act Small Business Interruption (SBI) Loans
The Senate has released its proposed Phase III coronavirus economic stimulus proposal on March 19, 2020. There are a significant number of proposals that are
Taxpayer COVID-19 Filing and Tax Payment Relief
The IRS has released Notice 2020-18 which supersedes Notice 2020-17. This notice follows additional statements from Treasury Secretary Mnuchin on Friday March 20th about providing
U.S Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Issues Administrative Relief for Organizations Receiving Federal Grants and Aid
On March 19th, the OMB issued M-20-11 to provide relief to grant and award recipients and flexibility to the awarding agencies in order to expedite
IRS Extends Federal Filing Deadline to July 15, 2020
Today the US Treasury extended the filing deadline date for federal returns to coincide with the payment due date extension that was announced earlier this week. Treasury
A Path to Success: Back to Construction Business Basics, Part I
The effects of the COVID-19 crisis brought an end to the longest run of economic expansion in US history. The construction industry has been on
Considerations for ALLL Calculations and Regulatory Updates Affecting Credit Unions
When the economy is stable and it’s “business as usual,” it’s reasonable to assume historical experience can be used in estimating future outcomes. Conversely, periods
FinCEN Issues BSA/AML Due Diligence Guidance for Hemp-Related Businesses
On June 29th, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued new guidance in an effort to expand the financial services available to hemp-related businesses and
USMCA Replaces NAFTA: Provisions Benefit Small Businesses, the Automotive Sector & Manufacturing Companies
For merchandise entered into commerce after July 1st, the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) rules no longer apply. After almost 27 years of trading
PPP Loan Forgiveness Workbook
Though the workbook is no longer available, the team at ARB is here to help with PPP forgiveness and other pandemic related business needs. Contact