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Divorce and Taxes – What Every Taxpayer Should Know Before Signing the Papers
At a Glance Divorce affects more than your personal life—it also reshapes your tax picture. Filing status, support payments, property transfers, and retirement accounts each

Bloodlines vs. Business Sense
The sense of pride in building a business and keeping it in the family can be a huge motivator for business owners. But transferring a

How the One Big Beautiful Bill Changes Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) Tax Benefits
At a Glance The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), signed into law on July 4, 2025, makes several key updates to Qualified Small Business Stock

Why Maine’s Pass-Through Entity Tax Could Benefit More Than Just High-Income Owners
Update: Maine has enacted an elective pass-through entity tax effective for tax years beginning in 2026. Read ARB’s current Maine PTET guide. ————————- Maine’s consideration

Payroll Implications of Maine’s Emerging Pass-Through Entity Tax
Update: Maine has enacted an elective pass-through entity tax effective for tax years beginning in 2026. Read ARB’s current Maine PTET guide. ————————- As Maine

2025 Electric Vehicle Requirements and Incentives Across New England: What Dealerships Need to Know
Electric vehicle (EV) requirements and incentives are in a period of transition across New England. Between shifting state sales mandates, adjustments to rebate programs, and

What a Business Plan Can Do for You
Originally published in Manufacturer, ARB’s Manufacturing Industry newsletter. While the large market fluctuations seen during the COVID-19 pandemic are in the rearview mirror, uncertainties about

Securing Your Business & Key Employees with Vesting
Growing your business often relies both on your leadership skills and the ability of your employees to carry out your plans. As your business grows,

A Primer on Energy Tax Incentives for Manufacturers
FAQs About the Advanced Manufacturing Production Credit Originally published in Manufacturer, ARB’s Manufacturing Industry newsletter. The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) includes several provisions related to

DOL Cybersecurity Guidance for Employee Benefit Plans
Business owners with employee benefit plans should be aware of the Department of Labor’s cybersecurity guidance to safeguard plan assets and fulfill their fiduciary obligations.

ESOP Succession Planning: Securing Long-Term Success for Your Employee-Owned Business
Transitioning your business to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) offers numerous advantages, including tax benefits, enhanced employee engagement, and a structured succession strategy. However,