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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

Reviving History: How Historic Tax Credits Breathe New Life into Old Buildings
Cities across the country are undergoing a quiet revolution, one where history meets progress. Thanks to historic tax credits (HTCs), neglected old buildings are being

2025 Employer Obligations Under Maine PFML: Is Your Business Prepared?
The Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) program, effective January 1, 2025, represents a major policy shift for employers in the state. The final

Understanding Maine’s 2024 Sales Tax Exemption for Nonprofits
Maine recently adopted a blanket sales tax exemption for nonprofit organizations, marking a significant shift in the state’s tax policy. This change aims to streamline

Implementing AI in an Auto Dealership – How to Get Started
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become an increasingly prevalent topic in the automotive dealership industry and seems to be one of the current “disruptors” in the

Navigating Lessee Lease Modifications and Amendments
Overview of ASC 842 The introduction of Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) 842 significantly transformed lease accounting under U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). This update