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Pursuing Trends vs. Using Fundamentals
Differentiating your business is an important element of growing it successfully. But how should you draw the line between pursuing the newest trends and sticking
What Should You Do with a Stalled Project?
Originally published in On-Site, ARB’s Construction Industry newsletter. Stalled construction jobs are far from unusual. Earlier this year, software developer ConstructConnect’s Project Stress Index indicated
Fine-Tune Your Financial Clarity with Benchmarking Studies
Originally published in Manufacturer, ARB’s Manufacturing Industry newsletter. Behind every manufacturing company’s production is a complex financial engine. Understanding that engine is critical for your
The Evolution of BIM: What Contractors Need to Know
Originally published in On-Site, ARB’s Construction Industry newsletter. Building information modeling (BIM) has been around for a while. Yet the concept and software continue to
Don’t Be a Pest: Exiting with Grace
Letting go of the business you own may be one of the hardest things you’ll ever have to do. A key goal of Exit Planning
OBBB Trump Accounts: Building a Financial Head Start for Children
Trump Accounts, created under the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB), offer families a new way to invest in their children’s future. Eligible newborns receive a
Logic vs. Legacy in Exit Planning
When planning for your eventual business exit, achieving financial security is the most important goal. But what happens when the emotional side of planning an
How OBBB Will Reshape Itemized Deductions for High-Income Earners
At a Glance The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB), enacted July 4, 2025, significantly reshapes itemized deductions for high-income taxpayers. Key provisions include a new
SECURE 2.0 Act Current Timeline for ESOPs, KSOPs, and 401(k)s
At a Glance The SECURE 2.0 Act brings several retirement plan changes that directly and indirectly affect ESOP-owned businesses. While many provisions target 401(k) and
Federal ESOP Legislation Update: Key 2025 Bills and What They Mean for Employee-Owned Companies
At a Glance This article summarizes recent federal legislation affecting employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs), including bills passed by the Senate in 2025 and others
Which Calculated Risks Should You Consider?
Minimizing risks is a goal that many business owners have. But sometimes, there are instances where taking calculated risks becomes a necessity, especially when you