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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
Congress Passes the One Big Beautiful Bill: Key Tax Changes Ahead
UPDATE: As anticipated, the President signed the bill into law on July 4, 2025. Congress has officially passed the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” a wide-ranging
U.S. Senate Passes the “One Big Beautiful Bill” — What Changed and What’s Next
On July 1, 2025, the Senate passed its version of the “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBB), a major tax and spending package that originated in
Albin, Randall & Bennett Names Laura Everett as New Managing Principal
Albin, Randall & Bennett (ARB) is pleased to announce that Laura Everett, CPA, has been named the firm’s Managing Principal, effective July 1, 2025. Laura
Defeating Boredom in Retirement
Many people have a romantic view of what retirement looks like. Beaches, cruises, road trips, sitting next to a pool with no responsibilities—in reality, many
CDK One Year Later: How Auto Dealerships Are Rebuilding and Preparing for the Future
In June 2024, a cyberattack on CDK Global disrupted dealership operations across the country. Offline dealership management systems (DMS) left thousands of businesses unable to