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ARB Earns 2026 Best Places to Work Honors
Albin, Randall & Bennett is proud to be one of the 2026 Best Places to Work in Maine and Best Places to Work for Women.
Maine PTET 2026: An Annual Planning Decision for Business Leaders
Maine’s new PTET begins in 2026. Learn who qualifies, how the 90% credit works, and what businesses should consider before making the annual election.
ARB Announces 2026 Promotions
Albin, Randall & Bennett is pleased to announce the following promotions: Nate Marcet, CPA, is promoted to Tax Director. Nate joined ARB in 2023 and
Albin, Randall & Bennett Announces the Promotions of Matthew S. Marcoullier and Samantha J. Pedersen to Principal
PORTLAND, MAINE, JULY 27, 2026 —Albin, Randall & Bennett (ARB) is pleased to announce the promotions of Matthew S. Marcoullier, CPA, and Samantha J. Pedersen, CPA, to
The Business Owner’s Balancing Act: Growth Vs. Burnout
For most business owners, growth is good. But there are situations where growth can position the business to fail and business owners to burn out.
Financial and Practical Considerations When Buying or Selling an Auto Dealership
At a Glance The auto retail market continues to shift as consolidation, OEM priorities, and consumer behavior reshape the industry. For owners and financial decision
One Big Beautiful Bill Updates for Research Expenditures: IRS Issues Guidance on Implementing Section 174A
The IRS has issued Revenue Procedure 2025-28, giving taxpayers clear guidance on making elections, changing accounting methods, and applying transition rules under the new Section
Navigating Your CPA License: A Step-by-Step Guide
If you’re considering a career in accounting, becoming a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is one of the most important steps you can take. Earning your
How Involved Should You Be in Exit Planning?
A big hurdle that business owners struggle to get over when creating an Exit Plan is, “I don’t have enough time to do all that.”
One Big Beautiful Bill: Essential Tax Changes for Auto Dealerships
Auto dealers are facing a significant tax‑policy makeover following enactment of the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) on July 4, 2025. While core provisions of the Tax
Dealership Valuations – Optimizing Your Results
Many dealers we talk to might have a general idea of what it would take to get them to sell their store, or what they