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Managing Cash Flow Is Critical in Both Challenging and Good Times
Originally published in Manufacturer, ARB’s Manufacturing Industry newsletter. In times of economic distress or industry uncertainty, cash flow issues can quickly bubble to the surface.

IRS Issues Interim Guidance on Bonus Depreciation Under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
At a Glance The IRS has issued interim guidance (Notice 2026-11) explaining how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act affects first-year depreciation deductions, with a

Inflation, Costs, and Fear of Rising Prices
External events, like supply shortages and inflation, make running a successful business even more challenging. In today’s inflation market, business owners can be forced to

Massachusetts Proposes Legislation to Delay OBBBA Conformity: What It Means for Businesses and Taxpayers
At a Glance Massachusetts lawmakers are considering legislation that could change how—and when—certain federal tax benefits under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) apply

Tax Planning: C Corporation Owners May Face IRS Scrutiny
Originally published in On-Site, ARB’s Construction Industry newsletter. Construction is a high-risk industry. Many contractors convert their businesses to C corporations to avoid personal liability for

IRS Issues FAQs on Deduction for Qualified Overtime Compensation
At a Glance The IRS has released FAQs clarifying the new federal income tax deduction for qualified overtime compensation enacted under the One Big Beautiful

Using KPIs to Detect Trends and Avoid Costly Errors in Your Dealership
Summary In today’s fast-moving dealership environment, financial visibility is critical. This article outlines seven key performance indicators (KPIs) that dealership owners and CFOs can use

Asset Protection: The Understated Side of Growth
For many business owners, business growth is the main area of focus. However, asset protection and retention are elements of business growth that don’t always

New R&D Expensing Rules Under the One Big Beautiful Bill: What Section 174A Means for 2025 and Beyond
Beginning in 2025, businesses conducting research and development (R&D) will see major changes in how they deduct those costs on their federal tax returns. The

Car Loan Interest Deduction 2025–2028: What Auto Dealerships Need to Know Under the One Big Beautiful Bill
Summary The One Big Beautiful Bill introduces a new tax deduction for car loan interest, available from 2025 through 2028. For qualifying individual buyers, up

2026 Gambling Taxes Overhauled: Mastering the One Big Beautiful Bill’s Loss Deduction Cap
SummaryOne Big Beautiful Bill wagering losses changes how gamblers deduct losses, capping deductions at 90 percent of documented losses and tying them to winnings starting in