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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

Understanding the AGI Reduction for Charitable Contributions Under the OBBB
At a Glance The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) introduces an annual reduction equal to 0.5% of adjusted gross income (AGI) for charitable contribution deductions

Consider an SOC Report to Help Manage Supply Chain Risks
Originally published in Manufacturer, ARB’s Manufacturing Industry newsletter. The pandemic revealed just how fragile global supply chains can be. In addition to contagious diseases, various

How Blockchain Technology Can Benefit Your Supply Chain
Originally published in Manufacturer, ARB’s Manufacturing Industry newsletter. Blockchain technology is increasingly transforming manufacturing supply chains. In a traditional supply chain, tracking the journey from

Albin, Randall & Bennett Welcomes Tax Director, Matthew Pore
PRESS RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — March 5, 2019 Albin, Randall & Bennett Welcomes Tax Director, Matthew Pore Portland, Maine (March 5, 2019) – Albin, Randall &

Albin, Randall & Bennett Announces Recent Promotions
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — November 5, 2018 Albin, Randall & Bennett Announces Recent Promotions Portland, Maine (November 5, 2018) – Albin, Randall & Bennett

ARB Named Among 2018 Best Places to Work in Maine
Albin, Randall & Bennett was recently named as one of the 2018 Best Places to Work in Maine. The awards program was created in 2006 and is

Industry Trends in Construction and Real Estate in New England
In construction and real estate, everything is future focused. Are you looking far enough ahead? Unsurprisingly, some of the changes that are likely to most

Major Changes in Revenue Recognition and Lease Accounting Will Impact All Businesses in 2019
Companies of all sizes and across all industries are currently scrambling to prepare for a new era. Guidelines imposed by the Financial Accounting Standards Board