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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
UPDATE: The IRS recently expanded its guidance on the new overtime reporting requirements. Read our latest blog: 2026 W-2 Reporting Changes: Is Your Payroll Process

Exit Planning: Good Intentions, Empty Promises
As a business owner, your employees put added stock into the things you say, how you say them, and when you say them. This is

EBSA Removes ESOPs from Its National Enforcement Project List: What ESOP Companies Should Know
At a Glance The U.S. Department of Labor’s Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) has formally ended its National Enforcement Project targeting Employee Stock Ownership Plans

NCUA Releases 2026 Supervisory Priorities: Key Takeaways for Credit Union Leaders
At a Glance The NCUA’s 2026 Supervisory Priorities reaffirm the agency’s commitment to risk-based supervision while highlighting key areas of examination focus for the year

QPVLI Compliance Guide: Reporting Vehicle Loan Interest Under the OBBBA
At a Glance The new Qualified Passenger Vehicle Loan Interest (QPVLI) deduction creates meaningful tax benefits for individual borrowers, but it also introduces significant reporting

WebCPA: The Dangers of Taking Tax and Financial Advice from the Internet
The internet offers an unprecedented amount of information of varying quality on virtually every topic, including taxes and finance. With the rise of artificial intelligence

Dirigo Business Incentive Program: Approvals Begin January 1 for Maine Manufacturers
The Dirigo Business Incentive Program is now in motion, providing a powerful framework for growth and investment in Maine’s manufacturing sector. With the application process

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