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Dealership Valuations – Optimizing Your Results
Many dealers we talk to might have a general idea of what it would take to get them to sell their store, or what they

What to Ask in an Accounting Firm Interview (and Why It Matters)
If you’re heading into an interview at an accounting firm, you’re probably focused on how to answer questions well. But don’t forget—interviews are a two-way

One Big Beautiful Bill: What Family-Owned Businesses Need to Know
The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) delivers a wide range of permanent and temporary tax changes that will affect family-owned businesses, their owners, and their

No Exit Plan? What’s the Worst That Can Happen?
When you’re running a successful business, creating a plan for your eventual exit may be the last thing on your mind. “I have way too

How Externships and Internships Help You Choose the CPA Firm That Works for You
Starting a career in accounting isn’t just about choosing a major—it’s about finding the right environment to grow professionally. With so many CPA firms offering

ARB Earns Spot on Best Places to Work in Maine List for 13th Consecutive Year
For the thirteenth consecutive year, Albin, Randall & Bennett has been recognized among the Best Places to Work in Maine. This milestone underscores ARB’s continued

Tips and Tricks: Protecting Your Dealership from Halloween Vandalism and Year-Round Risk
Not all Halloween tricks are harmless fun. October often brings a spike in vandalism, especially around Halloween, with pranks and mischief leading to costly damage.

Selling an S-Corp to an ESOP Trust: A Path to Employee Ownership
Transitioning the ownership of an S-Corporation (S-Corp) to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) trust offers a strategic opportunity for business owners to transfer ownership

The 2024 Presidential Election and Its Potential Impact on Gift and Estate Taxes
Several key provisions in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) are set to expire at the end of 2025. This creates a complex landscape

Does Your Child Need to File a Tax Return?
As a parent, determining whether your child needs to file a tax return can be confusing. Even if your child is listed as a dependent

What a Firm Wants: Resume Tips for Aspiring CPAs
Breaking into the accounting industry as a college student or recent graduate can be challenging. Your resume is often the first impression you make on