Blog | Albin Randall & Bennett
Recent Articles

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

Managing Cash Flow Is Critical in Both Challenging and Good Times
Originally published in Manufacturer, ARB’s Manufacturing Industry newsletter. In times of economic distress or industry uncertainty, cash flow issues can quickly bubble to the surface.

IRS Issues Interim Guidance on Bonus Depreciation Under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
At a Glance The IRS has issued interim guidance (Notice 2026-11) explaining how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act affects first-year depreciation deductions, with a

Inflation, Costs, and Fear of Rising Prices
External events, like supply shortages and inflation, make running a successful business even more challenging. In today’s inflation market, business owners can be forced to

Massachusetts Proposes Legislation to Delay OBBBA Conformity: What It Means for Businesses and Taxpayers
At a Glance Massachusetts lawmakers are considering legislation that could change how—and when—certain federal tax benefits under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) apply

Introducing IRS Form 15620: Your Ticket to Streamlined Savings on Equity Compensation Tax
On November 7, 2024, the IRS introduced Form 15620 to standardize the Section 83(b) election process for taxpayers receiving unvested property such as restricted stock.

CECL Implementation: Reflections from Year One and Expectations for Year Two
The initial year of implementing Current Expected Credit Losses (CECL) regulations across U.S. financial institutions marked a transformative period for credit unions. Moving beyond the

Opportunity Ahead: Auto Dealer Class Action Lawsuit Settlements 2024 – How to File Your Dealership’s Claim
In Brief: Two class action settlements in 2024 present significant opportunities for auto dealerships to recover damages: the CDK/Reynolds and Reynolds antitrust settlement, addressing alleged

Beyond Compliance: Why SOC Reports Matter and What You Should Do with Them
Organizations increasingly rely on third-party service providers for critical operations like data management, payroll, and customer service. While outsourcing provides operational efficiency and cost savings,

Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting: What You Need to Know Before 2025
With the January 1, 2025 deadline for initial Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting approaching, it is crucial for businesses to begin preparing to meet these