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The CARES Act: A Closer Look at Certain Provisions for Employee Benefit Plans
As we continue to weather the COVID-19 crisis, there’s hardly a single facet of American life left unchanged. The inner workings of employee benefit plans

AICPA Issues Accounting Guidance for PPP Loan Forgiveness
On June 10th, the AICPA issued Technical Question and Answer (TQA) 3200.18, Borrower Accounting for a Forgivable Loan Received Under the Small Business Administration Paycheck

Exit Planning in an Uncertain Economy: Business Growth Opportunities Remain Despite COVID-19 Crisis
As a business owner, exit planning is inevitable. From planning to implementation, exiting a business often takes about 3-5 years, so a comprehensive exit plan

IRS Issues Notice 2020-39: Provisions Provided for QOF Investors Affected by COVID-19
The 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act introduced legislation surrounding the Opportunity Zone Program, a tax incentive program allowing tax breaks for those investing in

MANP Issues Guidelines for Safely Reopening Nonprofit Organizations in Maine
All sectors of business in Maine have been affected by the COVID-19 crisis, and nonprofits are definitely no exception. As our communities, businesses, and organizations

Tax Planning for 2020, A Pandemic Year
This year is already turning out to be a unique one, in terms of its uncertainty associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. It seems like so

About Samantha Pedersen
Meet ARB Director Congratulations to Albin, Randall & Bennett Director, Samantha Pedersen, on her recent nomination to join the Executive Board for the Manufacturers Association

Payroll Tax Deferral: What’s New Since Trump’s Executive Order?
Update as of January 25, 2021: The IRS issued Notice 2021-11 to clarify the adjustments made to Trump’s Payroll Tax Deferral by the COVID-Related Tax

NCUA Updates: A Look at 2021 Guidance for Credit Unions
The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has already issued a significant amount of 2021 guidance for credit unions. The Board held its first open meeting

SBA Issues New PPP Forgiveness Forms
The SBA has issued new PPP loan forgiveness applications. Here’s a look at the new forms, resources, and guidance issued by the SBA. 3508S –

ARB’s Ten Tax Season Tips
Tax season is notoriously stressful for business owners and individuals. But about for accountants? Just because we love our work, doesn’t mean that January to