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Dealing with Complex Co-Ownership Setups
Co-owned businesses come with numerous complexities. One of the biggest challenges for co-owners is determining how to approach the exit of another co-owner, especially when

2026 Business Outlook: Key Economic, Tax, and Strategic Trends Impacting Owners, Employers, and Investors
At a Glance After several years of economic shifts and rapid innovation, 2026 is shaping up to be a year of recalibration and opportunity across

New England Auto Dealerships 2025 Year in Review
At a Glance For auto dealerships across New England, 2025 was a year of recalibration. The pace of change in vehicle technology, consumer expectations, and

Business Value Is More Than a Measuring Stick
Is it possible for a $5 million business to be more valuable than a $15 million business? Let’s look at a fictional but representative story

Manufacturing in Maine 2025 Year in Review
At a Glance Maine’s manufacturing sector spent 2025 balancing innovation and resilience. Despite global uncertainty, the state saw continued investment in advanced materials, precision manufacturing,

Construction Industry in Maine 2025 Year in Review
At a Glance As 2025 draws to a close, Maine’s construction industry stands at a crossroads between growth and growing pains. From the rising cost

Why Aren’t You Using a Rolling Forecast?
Originally published in Manufacturer, ARB’s Manufacturing Industry newsletter. Economic volatility and supply chain disruptions during the COVID-19 pandemic strained the usefulness of traditional budgeting and

6 Inventory Strategies for Boosting Working Capital
Originally published in Manufacturer, ARB’s Manufacturing Industry newsletter. Many businesses tie up working capital in inventory. Fortunately, there are inventory management and optimization strategies manufacturers

How to Exit Your Business on a High Note
Originally published in Manufacturer, ARB’s Manufacturing Industry newsletter. Many people spend long hours starting their business. But what about exiting a successful business? Creating a

Private Foundation Excise Tax Changes in the “One Big Beautiful Bill”—What Decision Makers Need to Know
Private foundations have long operated under a steady—if often overlooked—tax framework, but a new proposal in the “One Big Beautiful Bill” under consideration in the

What Is in the “One Big Beautiful Bill”? A General Overview of the Proposed Tax Package – UPDATED 5/22
UPDATE: On 5/21 the OBBB passed the House. It now moves on to the Senate for consideration. House Republicans have released a sweeping tax proposal—nicknamed