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NIL Income and Taxes: What College Athletes and Families Need to Know
At a Glance The NCAA’s Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) program has transformed college athletics, allowing student-athletes to earn money through sponsorships, appearances, and more.

Building Business Value Via Your Employees
Your employees can be a huge differentiator in terms of building your business’s value. However, it’s important for you to understand how to properly motivate

State Conformity to OBBBA Tax Provisions: What Businesses and Taxpayers in Maine, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire Need to Know
At a Glance The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) significantly changes federal tax rules beginning in 2025, but Maine, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire vary

How a Strong Month-End Close Drives Dealership Financial Success
Running an auto dealership means coordinating several interconnected departments—sales, parts, service, and financing—all moving at high speed. Without a solid month-end close, it’s easy for

IRS Issues Guidance for Employees on Calculating 2025 Deductions for Tips and Overtime
At a Glance The IRS has issued Notice 2025-69, giving employees clear instructions on how to calculate their 2025 deductions for qualified tips and qualified

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

Energizing Maine Businesses: A Summary of Efficiency Maine Incentives and Opportunities
Energy efficiency is a crucial strategy for businesses seeking to reduce operational costs and environmental impact. Efficiency Maine, a leading organization dedicated to promoting energy

Top Takeaways from the 2024 MADA Annual Meeting
On June 19-21, Team ARB attended the Maine Automobile Dealers Association convention in Bar Harbor. Despite the CDK cyber-attack, the annual gathering of industry professionals

Nate Marcet Named NEREJ Ones to Watch Rising Star
The New England Real Estate Journal has named ARB Tax Manager Nate Marcet to its 2024 “Ones to Watch” list of Rising Stars. Founded in

Connelly v. United States: Implications for Business Owners from the Recent SCOTUS Decision
In the recent Supreme Court case Connelly v. United States, the Court delivered a pivotal ruling with significant ramifications for business owners, particularly those holding

Auto Dealer Alert: CDK Cyberattack Update (UPDATED 6/24/24)
UPDATED 6/24/24 The current cyberattack on CDK has thrown the dealership industry into turmoil. According to several of our sources, it looks like it could